Kenny Karem

In his time as a Peace Corps volunteer, Kenny Karem was able to see all types of habitats in Chile — forests, river valleys, meadows, and the Andes Mountains. Through his agricultural and educational projects, he continually had opportunities to connect with and appreciate nature.

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Matt Gravatt

Matt Gravatt’s love of nature is rooted deep in the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. “For as long as I can remember, the outdoors and natural places have invoked a sense of peace and wonder. As a kid, I spent more time outside than in.”

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Mary Ann Ruiz

“Sierra Club” and “family” go hand in hand for Mary Ann Ruiz. From her early childhood, Mary Ann’s formative experiences were outdoors with her family.

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Her Passion for Protecting the Planet Lives On

An estate gift from an untiring advocate for the environment ensures Natalie Gonzalez will be remembered for her passion for protecting the natural world.

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Protecting Wild Places

Like many supporters, Kathy Weeks became involved with Sierra Club through friends who share her passion for the outdoors. What’s special about Kathy is the depth of her passion.

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Charles’ Legacy: Nurturing Nature

When Charles Brannon was a child, his family found solace in nature. Now Charles is literally planting the seeds for a sustainable future.

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Deborah's Legacy

Deborah Milkowski explains why she supports Sierra Club and our planet's future with a gift in her estate plan. It starts with shared values and the drive to get things done.

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How Years of Exploring Nature Became Bryce's Legacy

"Every Monday, my high school Spanish teacher would tell us about his weekend hiking," says Bryce Miller. "Several of us said that sounded like fun." Always a nature lover, Bryce finds himself thinking more long term now, supporting Sierra Club with multiple planned gifts.

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Their Legacy Is Protecting Wild Places

It was four decades ago when Kathy Gregg discovered Sierra Club. "My eyes were opened," she says, "to the importance of the environment." With gifts in their wills, she and her husband, Carl, will support study opportunities and the promise that places students visit will be protected.

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