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50th anniversary celebration
Vesper Society recently held its 50th anniversary dinner at Scott’s Restaurant in Jack London Square, Oakland. Long-time friends, current board members, colleagues, and project partners gathered on a lovely summer afternoon to exchange hugs, greet new friends, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow Vesper supporters. Attendees spanned six generations – a result of Vesper’s long history and varied pursuits – and we were all energized by a deep sense of continuity from past to present. Highlights of the evening included Barbara Varenhorst reading statements from key individuals and supporters, and stories from Vesper’s founding 50 years ago from Bob Brorby whose first-hand knowledge was inspiring to hear. I had the pleasure of walking everyone through our Vesper family photo album spanning half a century of pictures and memories. Throughout the decades we have had the opportunity and privilege to partner with volunteers, community leaders, medical professionals, and lay persons who truly amaze us with their commitment to service. In whatever way you may have supported Vesper these past 50 years – Thank you! You have helped light the way for many people and communities. We invite you to view photographs from the celebration and we hope you enjoy the snapshots from this memorable evening. Miyoko Oshima,... Read More
The new vesper.org!
Welcome to our new website! We are delighted to share stories and information about our organization. This is a very special time for Vesper Society as we celebrate 50 years of helping overlooked communities to thrive and prosper. For the past two years the Vesper Society Board of Directors has been clarifying and focusing our work. We have deepened and broadened our understanding of community and are adapting our approach to the 21st century. Anything seemed possible in the 1960s when Vesper Society was founded. The Civil Rights Act of 1964, Medicare Bill of 1965, and the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965 shaped the world into which Vesper Society was born. That is the ethos we carry forward into our next 50 years; one where we identify emerging trends and are on the leading edge of change to build long-term solutions with communities. From creating one of the first hospices west of the Mississippi, to being one of the first hospital conversion foundations, we hope you enjoy stories about our past, present, and future. Miyoko Oshima,... Read More