Don Christopher

Donald Clair Christopher (August 4, 1934 – December 12, 2022) was an American farmer. He was the founder of Christopher Ranch, the leading producer of fresh garlic in the United States.^[1][2]

He was one of the founders of the Fresh Garlic Producers Association and the Gilroy Garlic Festival.^[1] He was known for his philanthropic work in the community of Gilroy, California. He was one of the founders of the Gilroy Garlic Festival, a world renowned festival that raised over 12 million for the local community. In addition to this, he donated millions to local causes, including contributions to help build Christopher High School, a local school the district decided to name after him because of his generosity in its development.