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Pittsburgh The National Fraternal Congress of
America (NFCA) is proud to recognize Edith Kuplenta member of Greater
Beneficial Union of Pittsburgh (GBU), District 821 Sterling Heights,
Michiganas a Fraternal MVP (Most Valuable Participant) for the week of April
21, 2008. Fraternal MVPs are "Fraternalists-in-Action" who volunteer their
time and energy to strengthen their communities through participation in
local lodge activities and other charitable endeavors.
For 50 years and
counting, Edith Kuplent has been singing the fraternal spirit. Through her
involvement with the GBU Saxonia/Rheingold chorus, she has performed not
only for the pleasure of others, but also to raise the spirits of those less
fortunate. Serving as treasurer for 25 years and president for the past 24
years, Kuplent has organized countless concert tours for the choir to sing,
and not just locally, but several trips to Germany as well. Whether singing
to raise funds for a local charity or performing for retirement homes and
shut-ins, Kuplent has always been willing to volunteer her time.
Since its 1999
charter date, Kuplent also has served as president of GBU District 821
Sterling Heights, Michigan. It is under her leadership that District 821
brings fraternalism to its local community. Annual fundraising events are
held with proceeds donated to local food pantries, as well as organizing
community beautification projects.
On a personal
level, Kuplent makes visits to the elderly and those who are bedridden. A
retired real estate agent, Kuplent enjoys time spent with her two daughters
and three grandsons.
Her dedication to
GBU, along with her loyalty to the German culture and her service to the
community, make Edith Kuplent a most worthy "fraternalist-in-action."
Fraternal MVPs are
part of the NFCA's Fraternalists-in-Action program, which recognizes
individuals whose unique stories best represent 21st Century fraternalism.
These fraternalists demonstrate exceptional compassion and vision through
their volunteer activities. |
