We thank Ken Taylor for his dedicated service on the Board of Trustees. His thoughtful leadership and deep commitment to the community made a lasting impact.
We extend our sincere thanks to Ken Taylor for his dedicated service on our Board of Trustees.
Ken’s leadership and commitment have made a meaningful impact on both our organization and the broader community. His thoughtful, professional demeanor, along with his background in fish and wildlife management, brought valuable insight and perspective to our work.
When asked, Bill Bell, President-Elect and Treasurer of the Board, shared, “I appreciate his quiet expertise, his deliberate thoughtfulness, and his wide-ranging community support, from writing heartfelt thank-you notes to donors to bringing his pets to long-term care facilities to the delight of residents.”
Suzanne Bishop, a English Language Arts teacher & Yearbook Advisor at Homer High School, has witnessed Ken’s care for the community firsthand. She shared, “Ken is someone who cares deeply about Homer and is committed to making it a better place. I’ve seen him step up to mentor students with enthusiasm and kindness. From the time he moved here, it was clear he wanted to be part of something positive and make a difference.”
While Ken is stepping off the board, we’re grateful he will continue to share his time and expertise as a member of the Development Committee.
Duffy’s Legacy Fund, a donor-advised fund at the Homer Foundation, honors the life of Anesha “Duffy” Murnane by supporting young children, families, and early childhood education programs throughout the community.
As online fundraising platforms increasingly create nonprofit donation pages without permission, clear communication about trusted giving channels is essential to protecting donor trust. The Homer Foundation encourages nonprofits and fundholders to proactively guide supporters toward secure, approved ways to give.
On May 19, the Homer Foundation visited recent Quick Response Grant recipients in Seldovia and presented a scholarship to graduating senior Michael Geagel.
The Homer Foundation awarded 25 scholarships totaling $77,000 to local students this year through donor-supported endowed funds. Since 2000, the program has awarded more than $573,000 in scholarships, continuing to support students across the southern Kenai Peninsula in pursuing their educational and career goals.
Students in the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) program reviewed nonprofit applications and awarded $20,000 to local organizations supporting food security, housing, and early childhood services on the southern Kenai Peninsula. Funded by Robert and Meon Purcell, the program helps build youth leadership and community awareness.
We thank Ken Taylor for his dedicated service on the Board of Trustees. His thoughtful leadership and deep commitment to the community made a lasting impact.
