A lively annual gathering brought the community together for great food, conversation, and music.
Thanks for joining us!
It was a dream to have you all join us for our once-a-year rendezvous. You filled the room, while food from the Tickled Pear and desserts from Redbird, filled our bellies. Our board members did a fantastic job answering thoughtful questions during the breakout sessions and we wrapped up the evening with a classical guitar performance by special guest Dr. Bill White.
People’s Choice Awards
Two lucky attendees had the chance to direct a surprise $1,000 grant to an area nonprofit of their choice.
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.
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A new fund at the Homer Foundation is supporting Snomads’ work to keep local trails safe, accessible, and well-maintained for all users, now and into the future.
A $50,000 grant to the Homer Cycling Club is expanding the Eastland Trails system, boosting access to outdoor recreation and investing in the community’s future.
The Daniel Bunker Memorial Fund honors a life of service and generosity by supporting projects that bring people together, encourage active living, and strengthen community connections.
