Brightspire Foundation is grateful to share that two spaces within the Glenaire expansion have been recently dedicated in honor of current and former Glenaire residents. Read More
Despite only moving in slightly more than a year ago, River Landing at Sandy Ridge (RLSR) residents, Society members, and Development Committee members John and Suellen Foust became connected to Brightspire over two decades ago. Read More
Brightspire Foundation has received a generous gift from the estate of former River Landing at Sandy Ridge (RLSR) residents Arthur J. Glover “Art” and Sarah G. Glover. This gift will be directed to the Resident Subsidy Endowment to support resident financial assistance. Read More
Brightspire Foundation is honored to announce a meaningful estate gift of over $10,000 from former Glenaire resident Edgar "Pat" Stacy to support the Micou Browne Endowment for resident financial assistance. Read More
Brightspire Foundation has received a generous gift of over $200,000 from the estate of former Glenaire residents, Rev. George Alexander "Sandy" and Dr. Judith F. "Judy” Thomas. Read More
John and Verna Croom, residents at RLSR, gave a generous gift to purchase the new piano, so that RLSR would have a high-quality piano for professional musicians to play during performances in the MPR. Read More
A special couple decided to bestow an amazing gift upon The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) that allowed us to construct a new courtyard that’s very much appreciated by our residents, their family members, guests and staff. You, too, can leave a legacy that benefits The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation). Read More
Former Scotia Village resident Sarah Pate Townsend has provided gifts through her estate totaling more than $55,000. Read More
"From knowing Ms. Billinger these past few years, her desire to 'pay it forward' comes as little surprise. She's a caring and gracious person. We are so fortunate to have her in the Scotia Village family," shares Allen Johnson, Executive Director of Scotia Village. Read More
On June 4, The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation), along with River Landing at Sandy Ridge, celebrated the dedication of three spaces within River Landing's new Wellness Center. The generosity and philanthropy of several individuals made these special dedications possible. Read More
The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) has received a generous gift of over $145,000 from the estate of former Glenaire residents, Lawrence and Lucille Betts Harris, who notified the Foundation in 1998 of their plans to leave a future gift of appreciated securities and were members of the Glenaire Society. Read More
The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) is pleased to announce that former Scotia Village resident Mary A. Clinton has provided a generous gift through her estate of more than $14,000. Read More
Brightspire Foundation Foundation has been focused on raising funds for resident financial assistance. Now, we’re committed to providing vital COVID-19 vaccinations for residents and staff. And it’s all because of your support! Read More and Watch the Video
Brightspire Foundation Foundation is pleased to announce that former Scotia Village resident, Margaret Ann "Pinny" Geffert, has provided a tremendous gift through her estate of more than $131,000. This unrestricted estate gift has been directed by Brightspire Foundation Foundation Board of Directors to support the endowment that provides resident financial assistance at Scotia Village. Read More
Society members have made provisions for a future gift to the Foundation after their lifetimes. Nancy Russell, Chair of the Board, The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation), and her husband, Ken, say "Thank you!" They are members of The Glenaire Society and feel it is important to "pay it forward." Read More
The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) is honored to announce that former River Landing at Sandy Ridge resident Dr. Rosemary McGee has provided an incredible gift of over $84,000 naming the Foundation as the beneficiary of her IRA. Read More
The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) is pleased to announce a generous gift of over $32,000 from former residents, Willis A. and Elizabeth "Betsy" Y. Holding, Jr. Their gift has been placed in Glenaire's Micou Browne Endowment, which provides resident financial assistance. Read More
The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) is pleased to announce a generous gift of $50,000 from former residents and Glenaire Society members, Sheldon and Marilynn Lee. Their gift was earmarked for Glenaire's Micou Browne Endowment, which provides resident financial assistance. Read More
Jerry and Shirley Holstad were "soulmates" and beloved members of the Glenaire family. Find out why their legacy will live on forever at the place they called home. Read More
The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) is pleased to announce that former Glenaire resident, Page Brown, has provided a gift, through her estate, of over $25,000 to the Micou Browne Endowment for resident financial assistance. Read More
The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) is honored to announce that former River Landing at Sandy Ridge resident, Dr. Marian Solleder, has provided a tremendous gift through her estate of over $91,000 to the endowment for resident financial assistance. Read More
Shirley Robinson Shaver was born in Roanoke, Virginia on January 7, 1928. At seven years old Shirley bagan taking piano lessons and thus her life-long love with the piano was born. By age seventeen, she was playing for fashion and talent shows, department store entertainment and over live radio broadcast. She never allowed her passion to fade and well into her eighties continued to take every opportunity to play for others. Read More
The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) is pleased to announce that a former 21-year Glenaire resident, Mr. Paul A. Peeples, Jr., has left an extraordinary estate gift in excess of $300,000 to Glenaire's Micou Browne Endowment, which provides resident financial assistance. Read More
The Estate of John D. Currie, Jr. has distributed over $1 million to The Presbyterian Homes Foundation, Inc. (dba Brightspire Foundation) for the benefit of Scotia Village. This generous addition to Scotia's Caring and Sharing Endowment will provide additional resources for resident financial assistance and will help to provide support for residents who have outlived their personal financial resources. The legacy Mr. Currie leaves behind exemplifies the passion expressed during his lifetime, to provide opportunities for others. Read More
