GBU Foundation Day of Giving Contributions
January 12, 2024
GBU FOUNDATION THANKS YOU FOR CONTRIBUTING ON THE DAY OF GIVING
60TH ANNIVERSARY
- Kristen Abels
- James W. Aigler
- Jacqueline Alaimo
- Diane Allison
- Anonymous
- Anonymous in memory of Carlo Giovannini
- Anonymous in honor of Angie Heath
- Anonymous in memory of Harold Olson
- Anonymous in memory of Theodore
- Mark Aul
- Barbara Bartusik in memory of Emerson Lindenmuth
- Mary Ann Berty
- Joseph Bielecki
- Matthew and Mary Anne Blistan, Jr.
- Kathleen Boykin
- William A. Burgunder, Jr
- Elaine Cannon in memory of Lori Knerr
- Ed Christensen
- Mark Chutko and Diana Bucco
- Mark Cloutier
- Thomas M. Collier in memory of Peggy A. Schohn Collier
- Ella Davidson
- The Deak Family in memory of Robert A. Deak
- Kenneth Elliott and Brian Burns
- Donna and James Foss
- Diane Gallagher
- David and Kathy Geisert
- Paul Gitnik in honor of Gene L. Svrcek
- Paul J. Gitnik in memory of Henry and Genevieve Gitnik
- Leah Grabiak Teahl
- Ken and Carol Graboski
- Susan L. Gutshall
- Judith A. Hafer in memory of Harold J. "Jim" Hafer
- Lea Ann and William Hazi in honor of GBU's Board of Directors
- Albert E. Heiles, IV
- Happy M. Hennen
- Jeanne Hunt-Fujioka in memory of Elisabeth Tussing
- Mary Koczan
- Dave and Debby Kruger in memory of Bessie Babuska
- Lesley Mann
- Rev. Leslie E. Martin
- Jerilyn McCollum
- Richard Minteer
- Deborah L. Morgan
- Jon Naser
- Sandra Nemeth
- Theresa Philbrick
- Janet Pino
- Karen Potkul
- Mary Rajnik
- Tim and Brittany Rodman
- Christine Rodriguez
- Rick Rodriguez
- David Schmitz
- Judith A. Schneider in memory of Carl Schneider
- Dorothy A. Schoch in memory of Ray Schoch Bobbi Sedor
- Harold Segal in memory of Murray A. Segal David Sennett
- Jeanne Smith
- Michael Staar
- Jennifer Stockdale
- Barbara L. Stoker in memory of James R. Stoker
- Gene L. Svrcek in memory of Rudy and Edith Svrcek
- John Swanick
- Wayne and Lucy Syring
- Wilfred and Chris van Breukelen in honor of District 815-Dayton, OH, scholars
- Sandy Wagner
- Keith A. Waltower
- Bill and Darlene Weible
DONORS
- Jamie Abelson
- Anonymous
- Anonymous in memory of Rudolph "Rudy" Kessler
- Kathy Babin in memory of Dengo
- Diane Balaban in memory of Marty Balaban
- Karen M. Balaban
- Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bartolowits
- Ann Bonacci in honor of Emerson Lindenmuth
- Ashley Casterline
- Cathy Chirdon
- Stephanie Ciranni
- Laqueeta Coleman
- Rachel Cummins
- District 146-Johnstown, PA
- District 291-Summerhill, PA
- District 510-Toledo, OH, in memory of John F. Ahern, Roland Beltz, Joneal B. B ender, Joyce M. Brickner, Alfred R. Erick, Eugene A. Flick, Joanne B. Flick, Diane M. Garbers, Harold Hanna, Rita C. Jaeger, Julie Lacourse, Ray G. Leck, Daniel Mahoney, Dorothy F. Marchal, Carmen J. Mouch, Clara L. Obee, Robert Pasch, Gale F. Pfleghaar, Eugene M. Reinart, Chester Rutkows ki, Maribelle Sanzenbacher, Christopher J. Straube and Carol L. Tank
- District 815-Dayton, OH
- District 818-Orlando, FL
- District 3000-HRFA
- Edwin Dull
- Mrs. Mary R. Engelman in memory of Paul Engelman
- Karen Ferguson
- Tiffany Gazza
- Jenna Giordano
- Natasha Herleman
- Katy Hylkema
- John G. Justinger
- Ruth A. Klein in honor of Jacob C. Klein and Lauren M. Klein
- Emily Kraeuter
- Katherine Kunz
- Debbie McNamee in memory of Tom McNamee
- Mitchelle Mun
- Stacey Nowe
- Sharon Obrien
- Rosanne Penzien in memory of Wilbur and Eleanor
- Bob Schoeppner
- Ravi Sharma
- Scott Vineberg
- Victoria Windham
CORPORATE SPONSORS
Key Contributing Sponsor
- Heeter Direct
- iHeart Radio
- North Shore Pools and Service
Contributing Corporate Sponsor
- Hoffmann Murtaugh Advertising
- Optimity, Inc.
- Pittsburgh Quarterly
2025 Financial Impact Report
Practical Tips to Organize For Your Well-Being
Rest as a Form of Productivity
Each year, we set aside time to deep clean and organize our homes. But when was the last time you set aside time to organize your finances? We sat down with GBU Life Home Office agents Leah Teahl and Dominic Nicciai to learn about the benefits of an annual financial review and how you can get started.
Every child can name a teacher who made a difference: the one who stayed late to help, offered encouragement at just the right moment or made learning feel exciting. Recognizing a teacher’s dedication doesn’t require grand gestures, but it does call for intention. Thoughtful appreciation gifts, especially during Teacher Appreciation Week or year-end celebrations, offer a tangible way to express heartfelt gratitude.
Board Election GBU Financial Life’s national bylaws allow adult insured members (as defined in Article VI, Section 1 of the bylaws) the right to vote for the organization’s Board of Directors. Ballots will be mailed at the beginning of August 2026 to all eligible members. Eligible members may vote by paper ballot via mail or electronic ballot online once they receive their ballot. Cumulative voting or voting by proxy is not permitted.
We hope the holiday brought you moments of rest and joy for the year ahead, giving you time to recharge and look forward with renewed purpose.
Winter is a magical time filled with holidays and the warmth of togetherness. It’s the perfect season to start traditions that your kids will look forward to every year. Here are some creative ideas to start your family’s unique winter traditions!
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