Meet Our Donors

Like Father, Like Daughter—The Apple Didn’t Fall Far

Ray and Charlotte Kanemori were donors before they moved to Wesley Des Moines. Her father had dementia and was a resident here from 1996 until he passed in 2001. Being appreciative of his care, the new Gardens building will house the Albert W. Carr Memory Care Center in honor of Charlotte’s dad.

Photographer, Tailor, Gardener, Philanthropist

Wesley Bradley Park resident Lois Svinth blessed those who knew her with her grace, spirit and class. This article is a tribute to her from the Foundation.

Culture Meets Philanthropy

When not singing in the choir or playing in the ukulele group, Wesley Des Moines resident Carol Mohler may be found in The Gardens’ library, named in honor of her family.

The Joy of Giving

Al and Kathy Franzen, Wesley Community Foundation Des Moines residents, felt strongly about moving into a nonprofit community. They see the benefit of making their major gift during their lifetimes so the fruits of their investment are seen and appreciated by them, as well as all on campus.

Melodious Philanthropy

For Corinne Spicer, including a gift to Wesley Community Foundation in her estate plan was the perfect way to extend her philanthropic legacy.

Childhood Friends Become Partners and Philanthropists

Jeanine and Steve Barndt used two special occasions—moving into Wesley Bradley Park in 2020 and Jeanine's birthday—to support Wesley and Wesley Community Foundation.

Philanthropy Is Raining Cats and Dogs

And Cougars too, since Frank and Ann Lindeke met at Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. They became lab partners, later married and upon graduation were expecting their first child.

Philanthropy Taking Flight

The word "flight" is synonymous with Jack Wimpress. Upon receiving a degree in aeronautical engineering from Georgia Tech, he spent a year in Douglas Aircraft's satellite program prior to earning a master's degree from Cal Tech.

The Art of Philanthropy

Wesley Lea Hill residents Martha and Millard Battles support their community with both outright and deferred gifts.

Philanthropy Multiplied

Wesley Bradley Park resident Mary Kohli believes in giving back to the not-for-profit organizations she holds dear.

The Best of Both Worlds

Wesley resident Dr. Bill Freitag contributes his time, talent and treasure. Not only has he served on the Lea Hill Resident Council, he also leads the medic crew of the Emergency Response Team and is a member of the Wesley Community Foundation Board.

The Joy of Tithing

A tithe is a tenth of something paid as a voluntary contribution. Irene's late husband, Dean, was taught to tithe as a boy in Tacoma, Washington.

Giving Back to Family

Beth caught the "Wesley bug" from her husband, Brian, who has helped Wesley Homes through his dedicated board service and philanthropy for almost 20 years.

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