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The picture on the upper right is my sister, Gayle. Today, May 5, is her birthday. Four years ago, it was also the date of her memorial service. A friend of Gayle's established the Dillenkoffer Endowment in her honor. I usually write about the Endowment, but this year, I let the Endowment speak for itself. Gayle is, I'm sure, quite proud that she is honored through this scholarship program for GLBT young people. The first year that the scholarship was given, I had the pleasure of meeting the four outstanding winners and hearing their stories.
If you'd like to make an online donation, click here. Don't let the big numbers frighten you. Donations in lesser amounts are gratefully accepted. :-)
Checks may be sent to the address below.
The Dillenkoffer Endowment
10109 North Lane Drive
Kansas City MO 74157
What a beautiful testimony to Gayle and what a legacy!
ReplyDeleteShe was an amazing woman - just like her wonderful sister.
This is such a beautiful way for Gayle's life to shine on.
ReplyDeleteFran and Erika, thanks.
ReplyDeleteSorry for the original mix-up with the sizing of the screen shots. I set the post to go up automatically without checking what it would look like.
Agreed with Fran & Erika, that's a fabulous legacy, one that anyone could be proud of.
ReplyDeleteA splendid and generous legacy going where it is truly needed.
ReplyDeleteSuch and endowment is generous beyond measure. It means so much more that mere scholarship funds. It gives hope and acceptance to many youth who are often struggling against small minded individuals. It is a beautiful legacy for your sister
ReplyDeleteGreat way to honor your sister, and such a blessing for the young people who are touched by this and as well as the group of supportive adults.
ReplyDeleteOne boy in the first group of scholarship winners was thrown out of his house by his parents when he came out. Kind friends took him in.
ReplyDeleteOne of the girls talked about how she had been taunted in her high school when she came out. Remember that the young people are not eligible for the scholarships if they are closeted. All of the finalists were open about their sexual orientation while they were still in high school.
Brave kids, a lot braver than I was when I was their age.
ReplyDeleteLate in commenting. Now all I have to say is that I agree with everyone's comments.
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ReplyDeleteHave you considered a PayPal button?
ReplyDelete[This is not a facetious question.]
Lapin, once a year, on Gayle's birthday, I call attention to the Endowment. For the rest of the time, the plaque stays on my sidebar. I just moved it higher and added a note to click on the plaque to make a donation. I'll think about a PayPal button, because it's an excellent cause.
ReplyDeleteAmazing. Just like Gayle, and her kin! {{{Mimi}}}
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing woman. What a beautiful tribute to her.
ReplyDeleteYou two must have been something together.
JCF, I blush.
ReplyDeleteCatherine, we laughed together and we cried together for many long years.