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Mission Support & Philanthropy
On November 4, Presbyterian Senior Living gathered at The Willows at Ashcombe Mansion for the 38th Chairman’s Circle Celebration, honoring individuals whose generosity, service and leadership have made a lasting difference within PSL communities. Hosted by PSL’s Office of Mission Support, the event was presided over by PSL President and CEO Dan Davis and PSL Board of Trustees Chair Joseph Kinard, who welcomed guests and presented honors to this year’s inductees.
Founded in 1987, Chairman’s Circle recognizes those who have made special contributions to Presbyterian Senior Living through their time, talents and treasure. This year, PSL proudly welcomed Nancy Dunbar, Patricia Kulikauski, Marilyn Miller, and Thomas and Meredith Thomas into this distinguished circle of supporters.
Nancy Dunbar
Nancy exemplifies the quiet power of service, generosity, and leadership. While she has long preferred to work behind the scenes, her impact on the Kirkland Village community is both visible and lasting. An active volunteer, committee member, PEER Ombudsman, and now Vice President of the Resident Council, Nancy continually inspires others through her commitment to enhancing community life. Her philanthropy has supported numerous resident-focused initiatives, while her passion for gardening has transformed the campus with vibrant landscapes, gardens, and gathering spaces. Through her thoughtful leadership, unwavering generosity, and dedication to others, Nancy has helped cultivate a stronger, more beautiful, and more connected Kirkland Village for everyone.
Patricia Kulikauski
Pat has been a valued member of the Ware Presbyterian community since 2013, quietly making an extraordinary impact through both her philanthropy and service. She has generously supported projects that enhance residents’ lives, including accessible auditorium doors, the Bistro renovation, and a new outdoor retaining wall. Trusting leadership to direct her gifts where they are needed most, Pat gives with humility and never seeks recognition. She has also devoted more than 2,000 volunteer hours, assisting at the Health Center front desk, preparing community publications, and supporting residents with exceptional care and attention to detail. A retired nurse, Pat’s compassion, generosity, and unwavering commitment embody the spirit of service, always seen on the campus with a smile on her face.
Marilyn Miller
Marilyn exemplifies the mission and spirit of Presbyterian Senior Living through more than four decades of quiet generosity, dedicated service, and unwavering commitment. For 43 consecutive years, Marilyn and her late husband, Bob, faithfully supported PSL through their philanthropic contributions. Since Bob’s passing in 2023, Marilyn has continued that legacy, providing anonymous leadership gifts to Green Ridge Village that inspire others to give. Her philanthropic endeavors reflect a deep belief in PSL’s mission of serving older adults and supporting initiatives such as Resident Assistance.
Marilyn has also dedicated countless hours to serving others through the Green Ridge Village Auxiliary, resident leadership committees, and volunteer work in the Green Ridge Village thrift shop. Whether advocating for fellow residents, organizing holiday gifts for those in skilled nursing, or supporting mission-driven initiatives, she leads with humility, compassion, and grace. Marilyn never seeks recognition, yet her enduring generosity and servant leadership have made a lasting impact, supporting her community and the residents.
Thomas and Meredith Thomas
Tom and Meredith Thomas have exemplified the mission of Presbyterian Senior Living through more than a decade of extraordinary volunteer service, generous philanthropy, and compassionate leadership at Quincy Village. Together, they have contributed more than 3,100 volunteer hours, enriching the lives of residents through music, spiritual care, hospitality, and countless acts of service. Tom’s dedication to the music program, chaplaincy support, and community initiatives, combined with Meredith’s leadership through the Auxiliary, welcome programs, thrift shop, and resident activities, has created a lasting impact.
Their generosity extends beyond volunteerism. The Thomases have provided significant financial support for initiatives including Parker House Assisted Living, Minnich Commons renovations, the Celebration of Life Garden, Resident Assistance, Project Christmas, audiovisual improvements, and equipment that enhances resident services. Their philanthropy reflects a steadfast commitment to improving the quality of life for others.
Grounded in lifelong careers of service—Tom as a Presbyterian pastor and Meredith in communications and community leadership—they continue to lead with humility, compassion, and quiet generosity.
The True Meaning of Philanthropy
As PSL President and CEO Dan Davis shared during the celebration, the impact of the Chairman's Circle extends far beyond financial gifts. Through generosity, service, kindness and time, members strengthen PSL's ability to provide compassionate, vibrant and supportive communities where residents, families and team members can flourish in body, mind and spirit.
The contributions of this year's inductees uplift residents in need, enhance communities, enrich lives, empower team members and fuel their dreams. Each volunteer hour, act of service and charitable gift is a powerful expression of love, and a reminder of the difference one person can make.
Congratulations to Nancy, Pat, Marilyn, Tom and Meredith. Thank you for creating lasting legacies of generosity, service and positive change throughout Presbyterian Senior Living.
Including this year’s class, over 200 members have been inducted into the Chairman’s Circle since its inception in 1987.