Updates
News & Updates from GPFD
We’re growing!
As Global Partners for Development expands our Community-Driven Education program into Kenya, we’re thrilled to welcome Dora Achieng’ Okeyo to our team! Dora joins Global Partners as a Community Facilitator and will be based in
A Travelers Perspective
“My visit to Kenya and Tanzania was a fascinating and humbling experience”. In June of 2018, Ian Wyatt and several others traveled with Global Partners for Development to Kenya and Tanzania. The group visited water
Meet the 2019 BCF Fellows!
Global Partners is thrilled to announce our 2019 fellows – Harrison Fuller and Piper Lowinger! Originating from a partnership between the Brethren Community Foundation, Global Partners, and Whittier College, the fellowship program is a one-of-a
Peter Verbiscar-Brown: Beginning of Direct Project Work In Africa
In 1989, a group of World Runners, namely Lisa and Ted Ruffner, Jani Ashmore, and me, traveled to Nairobi, Kenya to meet up with Dr. Barry Levy who was working there in an occupational health
Meet our Winery Partners for Safari 2017 (Discount Code Inside)!
What is V2V? Vineyards to Villages (V2V) was started by members of the Sonoma County wine industry in partnership with Global Partners for Development to bring clean water infrastructure to schools in East Africa. The
2018 Brethren Scholars Program
Whittier College announces a new partnership with The Brethren Community Foundation and Global Partners for Development to create opportunities for students to learn first-hand about community-driven development programs that support East African communities. Overview The Brethren
Join Us for V2V Wine Safari Weekend!
Vineyards to Villages (V2V) was started by members of the Sonoma County wine industry in partnership with Global Partners for Development to bring clean water infrastructure to schools in East Africa. It’s an opportunity to
2016 Peter Verbiscar Brown Rides in Levi’s Gran Fondo
Dear friend/supporter, I am so happy to write to you again and ask for your pledge in support of my annual bicycle ride. Now in my 6th Gran Fondo and 69th calendar year, I will
Join Jack and Shirley Steck at the Long Beach Marathon
(From Jack Steck Board Treasurer) On October 9, 2016, having less sense than ever, at the Long Beach Marathon, Shirley and I intend to each walk a half marathon-13.1miles again as we did 3 years
Africa Travel 2017: Kenya & Tanzania January 30-February 13 2017
Experience the vibrant spirit of Africa in local homes and villages and on the open plains of East Africa in 2017! This unique trip combines in-depth visits to projects funded by Global Partners for Development,
Join former Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey at her Home in Petaluma
Join former Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey and Congresswoman Barbara Lee in celebrating the work of the late Congressman Donald M. Payne Sr. Save the Date! Sunday, May 15, 2016 (2-4 PM) A fundraiser at the home
Behind the Scenes: An Electronic Records System for Matata Hospital
Background: Global Partners has been working with Matata Nursing Hospital in Oyugis, Kenya since 1991 when the hospital was operating under candlelight and requested a grant to purchase a generator. Since then, we have helped
Peter’s Gran Fondo — GO PETER — MAKE A PLEDGE
Peter Verbiscar Brown’s Gran Fondo Peter will be riding in Levi’s Gran Fondo on October 3rd 2015. If you want to support Peter and his ride, visit our webpage at www.gpfd.org or Donate directley here.
Arkaria Rain Harvest Catchment
GLOBAL PARTNERS’ MOST RECENT SUPPORT TO ARKARIA VILLAGE In 2013, the Arkaria Community submitted a proposal to Global Partners to request support to improve Arkaria’s water and hygiene sanitation in the village. The request focussed
3rd Annual Saylor’s Party! its a Bootleg Ball
Come join us Saturday, November 15th at 5pm at Saylor’s Restaurant in Sausalito, California. We have had a Rockin Rum Party and a Tequila Fiesta. This year, we are having a Bootleg Ball! $50 Per
Wine Pioneer David Stare Honored (Board President of Global Partners)
The Press Democrat — September 18th 2014 Dave Stare grinned broadly as he returned from a month’s vacation in Maine, touching back down in the Dry Creek Valley for a few weeks before heading east
Vineyards To Village’s Benefit Concert
On September 13, Global Partners For Development brought a little bit of Africa to Sonoma County’s wine country. Dave Stare, founder of Dry Creek Vineyard and President of GPFD, organized the lively event. The evening
Fifth Annual Tour de H2O (TDH)
The riders are gathering for a mass start at the fifth annual Tour de H2O (TDH). It’s a beautiful summer day in Columbus, Ohio, and the excitement is building! I can feel the positive energy
Charity + Fitness = Long Beach Marathon
Attention all runners, outdoor enthusiasts, and fitness connoisseurs! Global Partners will be participating in the 2014 Long Beach Marathon (LBM) in October. The Long Beach International City Bank Marathon will take place on October 12th
Tour de H20 – WATER FOR AFRICA
The riders will soon be gathering for a group start at the fifth annual Tour de H2O (May 31, 2014) in Columbus, Ohio, and the excitement is building! GPFD Board of Directors member Steven Hurt
Secondary School Scholarships for Maasai Girls (Tanzania)
In January, another organization abruptly cut funding for the education of 70 girls at Emanyatta Secondary School in northern Tanzania. The founder of the school and our long-time partner, Maanda Ngoitiko, is determined to support
Welcome New Board Members
Global Partners for Development’s growth in 2013 was inspiring and exciting. The Board was determined to grow its family of committed colleagues to help lead us into 2014 and beyond. And so it came to
Saylor’s Rockin Tequila Fiesta
THANK YOU SAYLOR’S for hosting our 2013 Rockin Tequila Fiesta. It was a huge success. What a wonderful way to end the year. Sean & Sonya Saylor are truly valuable Partners. We ate great food
Introducing Vineyards To Villages
The original idea for the Vineyards to Villages (V2V) campaign was the brainchild of Sue Ross, GPFD’s former Director of Development, in collaboration with board president elect Dave Stare, founder of Dry Creek Vineyard. One
