Donor Stories
Dr. Lois Kennedy was passionate about her island community on Gambier.
After retiring from a career in environmental science in 1989, Lois and her
husband moved to the island and immediately dove into community activities
and issues. Lois’ characteristic energy, passion and determination was a
constant at most community meetings and events. Lois served as president
of the Gambier Island Community Association, and was a founding Director of
the Gambier Island Conservancy.
Lois believed strongly in island conservation. She jointed other volunteers
to assess and map the island’s watersheds and streams through the local
Streamkeeper’s. She also led several initiatives to restore damaged island
ecosystems and protect natural areas.
Sadly, Lois passed away in 2010. As a final contribution to her community
and the island she loved, Lois left a gift of securities valued at $100,000 to the
Islands Trust Fund in her will. In leaving the bequest, Lois tasked the Islands
Trust Fund to use it wisely to purchase, enhance or maintain public conservation
lands on Gambier. The Islands Trust Fund and the Gambier Island
Conservancy will work together to develop the best strategy for using Lois’
donation to protect the island she loved.
“In a perfect world devastation would never occur. But even in our imperfect
world, there are still success stories that are a testament to the powers of local
environmental knowledge, determined community advocacy and stewardship…
No one will ever hurt this wetland again. My heart sings.” Lois writing
about the Islands Trust Fund’s Brigade Bay Nature Reserve on Gambier
Island.
Gifts of bequests, securities, or life insurance proceeds are just some of the
ways people who love the islands are creating conservation legacies for their
communities. Through a planned gift, you can enjoy specifi c tax advantages
that help you achieve your fi nancial goals, while helping to shape the future of
the islands. If you are considering a planned gift to the Islands Trust Fund, we
invite you to contact us to discuss how we can help you achieve your longterm
goals.
Contact Information
To learn more about the projects the Islands Trust Fund is raising money for, please contact:
Communications and Fundraising Specialist
(250) 405-5171
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