INTERGENERATIONAL FRIENDSHIPS
Presidential Purpose in Plains, GA After working with President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter for almost 30 years, Jill Stuckey discusses their impact on her life.
Tucked away in South Georgia lies a historic town with a rich history. Plains is home to the 39th President and First Lady of the United States of America. People travel from around the globe in hopes of witnessing the Carters stroll by. Although most people associate Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter with their Presidential service, for Jill Stuckey, the Carters are her friends. Originally from Southeast Ohio, Jill met the Carters through her late husband and has worked with them for 30 years on a multitude of things that better the community, ranging from the Maranatha Baptist Church, City Council, and the National Parks Service. The intergenerational friendship they share has been filled with mentorship, kindness, and a passion for making the world a better place for future generations to come.
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