Pepperdine GSEP FGP: Golden Jubilee
Pepperdine University has served as a sponsor of the Foster Grandparent Program since 1972. This program is a staple of the Pepperdine family, originating at the first campus on 79th and Vermont. Through this long-standing commitment, Pepperdine facilitates and manages collaborations between community service agencies, schools, educators, and volunteers willing to serve those most in need.
Golden Gala
Thank you for your support of the Golden Gala commemorating the 50th anniversary of Pepperdine GSEP Foster Grandparent Program! We are happy to report that we were able to recognize our amazing AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers and partners in style. Check out the Golden Gala Program! for a full encapsulation of the amazing awardees, partner recognitions, and the keynote address.
Awards
This event was a celebration of excellence! In that spirit, the event planning task force, made up of volunteers, Advisory Council members, station partners, and staff, announced the following awards. The 2025-2026 program year recipients for awards are below:
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Pearl Williams Award for Dedication |
The Pearl Williams Award for Dedication recognizes a volunteer who consistently demonstrates positivity and hope not only for their mentees but also for fellow volunteers, program staff, and station supervisors. Their contagious personality and care for others are exemplary and illuminate any environment or situation. As a companion care caller, this volunteer is dedicated to the well-being of others and diligent in going above and beyond for the Foster Grandparent Program. The recipient of the Pearl Williams Award for Dedication is determined by fellow volunteers, program staff, and community partners. |
2025 - 2026 Recipient
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| Earnestene Wilson Community Maven Award | The Earnestene Wilson Community Maven Award recognizes a volunteer who demonstrates steadfast commitment to the program and the community through service, networking, and sharing knowledge for the benefit of those less fortunate. Program staff, station partners, community members, and other volunteers consider this volunteer an expert in all things uplifting to the people. This volunteer not only goes above and beyond through service as a Foster Grandparent but also is dedicated to other cause-driven endeavors, with the primary focus on empowering people to be their best. |
2025 - 2026 Recipient
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| Ollie King Award of Hope | Previously named the Peer Companion Award of Hope, and renamed the Ollie King Award of Hope in 2025 after the late volunteer Ollie King, this award recognizes a volunteer who consistently demonstrates positivity and hope not only for their mentees but also for fellow volunteers, program staff, and station supervisors. Their contagious personality and care for others are exemplary and illuminate any environment or situation. The recipient of the Ollie King Award of Hope is determined by fellow volunteers, program staff, and community partners. |
2025 - 2026 Recipient
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Michael Jackson
Andrena Seals
Mary Catlin