In memoriam

Roberta M. Plummer, 1925-2017, Vancouver, Wash.

Mom was a GSGC donor and in-kind contributor since we formed the nonprofit in 2007. She always supported me in my desire to live and work in Africa, but she went on to give generously to those who became dear to me as my work here took on another dimension. She wrote checks that directly benefited the girls clubs, and for as long as possible, she wrote thank you notes to donors who make our work possible. She was always eager to hear the news, and, across the miles, she formed strong bonds with GSGC staff.

Mom loved Africa ever since she read I Married Adventure as a teenager. Decades later, she visited me in Kenya and Zimbabwe. Even after travel became too difficult, even now, her spiritual connection to Africa and her peoples remains unbroken.

Thank you, Mom, for all you did to sustain me and GSGC.

Herbert A. West, 1932-2018, San Anselmo, Calif.

Herb was one of my earliest Global Sojourns clients, and he became one of GSGC’s earliest and most enthusiastic donors. His steadfast belief in our focus on empowering girls and nurturing the potential of community leaders was a source of strength to me and those who joined our effort. Herb was a champion for GSGC from the start.

He was a kind, patient mentor on whose business and personal wisdom I could rely.

As Herb’s battle with Alzheimers grew, Jan, his wife of more than 60 years, has generously continued his support of GSGC. Their daughter, Erin, is a great friend of GSGC and a frequent visitor to Africa.

Thank you, Herb, for all the gifts you gave me and GSGC, and for the ripples you created on our behalf.

– Priscilla