Fall Forum October '22

PRESIDENT’S PODIUM

PRESIDENT’S PODIUM

PRESIDENT’S PODIUM

Dear Foundation Friends,

Dear Foundation Friends,

Dear Foundation Friends,

Another year has passed at the Foundation and I am truly honored to serve as president of this incredible organization. It is my favorite time of the year as summer passes to fall and we get to reflect on all the blessings that we have been given in our lives. I am grateful that we live in a community that works on a continuous basis to improve itself and embraces the diversity that makes us so strong.

Another year has passed at the Foundation and I am truly honored to serve as president of this incredible organization. It is my favorite time of the year as summer passes to fall and we get to reflect on all the blessings that we have been given in our lives. I am grateful that we live in a community that works on a continuous basis to improve itself and embraces the diversity that makes us so strong.

Another year has passed at the Foundation and I am truly honored to serve as president of this incredible organization. It is my favorite time of the year as summer passes to fall and we get to reflect on all the blessings that we have been given in our lives. I am grateful that we live in a community that works on a continuous basis to improve itself and embraces the diversity that makes us so strong.

You will see in this Foundation Forum how the Lexington Community Foundation works to be a vital piece of that continuous process of growth in Lexington. From the donors who so graciously give to improve the lives of others to the events like “The Key” and “Give Big Lexington” where we all can come together no matter the amount you are able to give and support your favorite causes in our community.

You will see in this Foundation Forum how the Lexington Community Foundation works to be a vital piece of that continuous process of growth in Lexington. From the donors who so graciously give to improve the lives of others to the events like “The Key” and “Give Big Lexington” where we all can come together no matter the amount you are able to give and support your favorite causes in our community.

You will see in this Foundation Forum how the Lexington Community Foundation works to be a vital piece of that continuous process of growth in Lexington. From the donors who so graciously give to improve the lives of others to the events like “The Key” and “Give Big Lexington” where we all can come together no matter the amount you are able to give and support your favorite causes in our community.

No matter where you come from or what your connections are to the Lexington area, we are grateful and honored that you choose the Lexington Community Foundation as your way of giving back to our community and helping everyone build a better life for themselves and their families.

No matter where you come from or what your connections are to the Lexington area, we are grateful and honored that you choose the Lexington Community Foundation as your way of giving back to our community and helping everyone build a better life for themselves and their families.

No matter where you come from or what your connections are to the Lexington area, we are grateful and honored that you choose the Lexington Community Foundation as your way of giving back to our community and helping everyone build a better life for themselves and their families.

Blessings, Barry McFarland, President

Blessings, Barry McFarland, President

Blessings, Barry McFarland, President

Barry McFarland, Pres.*

Barry McFarland, Pres.*

Mike Maloley V.P *

Mike Maloley V.P *

Barry McFarland, Pres.* Mike Maloley V.P *

Larry Reynolds, Sec/Treas *

Larry Reynolds, Sec/Treas *

Larry Reynolds, Sec/Treas *

Tom Alexander Rob Anderson*

Tom Alexander Rob Anderson*

Tom Alexander Rob Anderson*

Amy Biehl-Owens

Amy Biehl-Owens

Amy Biehl-Owens

Kim Booth

Kim Booth

Kim Booth

Abby Brecks

Abby Brecks

Abby Brecks

Randy Carpenter Dan Clark

Randy Carpenter

Dan Clark

Randy Carpenter Dan Clark

Board Development

Board Development

Board Development

Gail Wightman, Chair

Gail Wightman, Chair

Gail Wightman, Chair

Kim Booth

Kim Booth

Kim Booth

Dan Clark

Dan Clark

Dan Clark

Mike Maloley

Mike Maloley

Mike Maloley

Tod McKeone

Tod McKeone

Tod McKeone

Sarah DeLaTorre

Sarah DeLaTorre

Sarah DeLaTorre

Jill Denker

Jill Denker

Jill Denker

Audrey Downey*

Audrey Downey*

Audrey Downey*

Mag Fagot

Mag Fagot

Jim Hain

Jim Hain

Mag Fagot Jim Hain

Birgitte Hays

Birgitte Hays

Birgitte Hays

Steve Heldt*

Steve Heldt*

Patty Mandelko

Patty Mandelko

Steve Heldt* Patty Mandelko

Tod McKeone

Tod McKeone

Tod McKeone

Tara Naprstek

Tara Naprstek

Tara Naprstek

Curt Rickertsen*

Curt Rickertsen*

Curt Rickertsen*

Dave Roemmich

Dave Roemmich

Dave Roemmich

Dave Stenberg

Dave Stenberg

Dave Stenberg

Gail Wightman*

Gail Wightman*

Gail Wightman*

Travis Wright * Executive Committee

Travis Wright * Executive Committee

Travis Wright * Executive Committee

STAFF:

STAFF:

STAFF:

Jackie Berke, Exec. Director

Jackie Berke, Exec. Director

Jackie Berke, Exec. Director

Christy Augustin, Assistant

Christy Augustin, Assistant

Christy Augustin, Assistant

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Larry Reynolds, Chair

Larry Reynolds, Chair

Larry Reynolds, Chair

Jim Hain

Jim Hain

Steve Heldt

Steve Heldt

Jim Hain Steve Heldt

Tara Naprstek

Tara Naprstek

Tara Naprstek

Curt Rickertsen

Curt Rickertsen

Curt Rickertsen

Grants Committee

Grants Committee

Grants Committee

Rob Anderson, Chair

Rob Anderson, Chair

Rob Anderson, Chair

Amy Biehl-Owens

Amy Biehl-Owens

Amy Biehl-Owens

Sarah DeLaTorre

Sarah DeLaTorre

Sarah DeLaTorre

Birgitte Hays

Birgitte Hays

Birgitte Hays

Gail Wightman

Gail Wightman

Gail Wightman

Travis Wright

Travis Wright

Development Committee

Travis Wright Development Committee

Development Committee

Steve Heldt, Chair

Steve Heldt, Chair

Steve Heldt, Chair

Randy Carpenter

Randy Carpenter

Randy Carpenter

Dan Clark

Dan Clark

Dan Clark

Barry McFarland

Barry McFarland

Barry McFarland

Tod McKeone

Tod McKeone

Tod McKeone

Tom Fagot, advisory member

Tom Fagot, advisory member

Tom Fagot, advisory member

Dave Stenberg

Dave Stenberg

Dave Stenberg

Events Committee

Events Committee

Events Committee

Curt Rickertsen, Chair

Curt Rickertsen, Chair

Curt Rickertsen, Chair

Tom Alexander Amy Biehl-Owens

Tom Alexander Amy Biehl-Owens

Tom Alexander Amy Biehl-Owens

Kim Booth

Kim Booth

Kim Booth

Abby Brecks

Abby Brecks

Sarah DeLaTorre

Sarah DeLaTorre

Abby Brecks Sarah DeLaTorre

Jill Denker

Jill Denker

Jill Denker

Mag Fagot

Public Relations Committee

Public Relations Committee

Public Relations Committee

Barry McFarland, Chair

Barry McFarland, Chair

Amy Biehl-Owens

Amy Biehl-Owens

Barry McFarland, Chair Amy Biehl-Owens

Sarah DeLaTorre

Sarah DeLaTorre

Sarah DeLaTorre

Jill Denker

Jill Denker

Jill Denker

Scholarship Committee

Scholarship Committee

Scholarship Committee

Audrey Downey, Chair

Audrey Downey, Chair

Audrey Downey, Chair

Randy Carpenter

Mag Fagot

Birgitte Hays

Mag Fagot Birgitte Hays

Birgitte Hays

Patty Mandelko

Patty Mandelko

Patty Mandelko

Patty Mandelko

Randy Carpenter Patty Mandelko

Randy Carpenter Patty Mandelko

Dave Roemmich

Dave Roemmich

Dave Roemmich

Dave Stenberg

Dave Stenberg

Dave Stenberg

Board Accepts Resignation of Executive Director

Board Accepts Resignation of Executive Director

Board Accepts Resignation of Executive Director

The Lexington Community Foundation Board of Directors accepted the letter of resignation of Executive Director, Jackie Berke, at the Annual Meeting held in July. Jackie was the first employee of the Foundation hired part-time in May 1998. She plans to step away from her position in May 2023 after 25 years of leading the Foundation.

The Lexington Community Foundation Board of Directors accepted the letter of resignation of Executive Director, Jackie Berke, at the Annual Meeting held in July. Jackie was the first employee of the Foundation hired part-time in May 1998. She plans to step away from her position in May 2023 after 25 years of leading the Foundation.

The Lexington Community Foundation Board of Directors accepted the letter of resignation of Executive Director, Jackie Berke, at the Annual Meeting held in July. Jackie was the first employee of the Foundation hired part-time in May 1998. She plans to step away from her position in May 2023 after 25 years of leading the Foundation.

This is her message to the community:

This is her message to the community: Jackie Berke

This is her message to the community: Jackie Berke

Jackie Berke

As I reflect on my years at LCF, I realize how much I fully appreciate the privilege of leadership. Those in these formal positions like mine often receive all the accolades when in fact, it takes many to make us look good and achieve our goals. For LCF, it starts with a group of people who feel a responsibility to give back to their community – our donors. Our donors are an extraordinary group of people who fundamentally care and want to give back to their community. It has been an ho nor for me to be part of your philanthropic intentions and the issues that you are committed to.

As I reflect on my years at LCF, I realize how much I fully appreciate the privilege of leadership. Those in these formal positions like mine often receive all the accolades when in fact, it takes many to make us look good and achieve our goals. For LCF, it starts with a group of people who feel a responsibility to give back to their community – our donors. Our donors are an extraordinary group of people who fundamentally care and want to give back to their community. It has been an ho nor for me to be part of your philanthropic intentions and the issues that you are committed to.

As I reflect on my years at LCF, I realize how much I fully appreciate the privilege of leadership. Those in these formal positions like mine often receive all the accolades when in fact, it takes many to make us look good and achieve our goals. For LCF, it starts with a group of people who feel a responsibility to give back to their community – our donors. Our donors are an extraordinary group of people who fundamentally care and want to give back to their community. It has been an ho nor for me to be part of your philanthropic intentions and the issues that you are committed to.

In addition, over the past 25 years, I have had the benefit of working with exceptional Boards that have made a series of decisions that have positioned the Foundation today with a plan for continued growth and impact in the future. Thank you for supporting me in my position and personally. I appreciate that you knew and respected that for me, next to my family, my job as Executive Director was a priority.

In addition, over the past 25 years, I have had the benefit of working with exceptional Boards that have made a series of decisions that have positioned the Foundation today with a plan for continued growth and impact in the future. Thank you for supporting me in my position and personally. I appreciate that you knew and respected that for me, next to my family, my job as Executive Director was a priority.

In addition, over the past 25 years, I have had the benefit of working with exceptional Boards that have made a series of decisions that have positioned the Foundation today with a plan for continued growth and impact in the future. Thank you for supporting me in my position and personally. I appreciate that you knew and respected that for me, next to my family, my job as Executive Director was a priority.

In 2014 the Foundation added a full-time administrative assistant position. I have had the pleasure of leading three staff members that have assisted me in setting the Foundation’s mission into motion. I thank these gals for the dedication, commitment, and excellence they brought to LCF every day. I have enjoyed working with each of you!

In 2014 the Foundation added a full-time administrative assistant position. I have had the pleasure of leading three staff members that have assisted me in setting the Foundation’s mission into motion. I thank these gals for the dedication, commitment, and excellence they brought to LCF every day. I have enjoyed working with each of you!

In 2014 the Foundation added a full-time administrative assistant position. I have had the pleasure of leading three staff members that have assisted me in setting the Foundation’s mission into motion. I thank these gals for the dedication, commitment, and excellence they brought to LCF every day. I have enjoyed working with each of you!

And then there are my community colleagues. We have worked together to build relationships, develop trust, and share learnings. That collective wisdom and ingenuity have benefitted all sectors and citizens in our community. I have learned from you, and thank you for your leadership, honesty, and passion for this community.

And then there are my community colleagues. We have worked together to build relationships, develop trust, and share learnings. That collective wisdom and ingenuity have benefitted all sectors and citizens in our community. I have learned from you, and thank you for your leadership, honesty, and passion for this community.

And then there are my community colleagues. We have worked together to build relationships, develop trust, and share learnings. That collective wisdom and ingenuity have benefitted all sectors and citizens in our community. I have learned from you, and thank you for your leadership, honesty, and passion for this community.

Reflecting back to 1998, when I accepted the position at LCF, I realize I didn’t know anything about leading a community foundation. Well, here are a few things I have learned.

Reflecting back to 1998, when I accepted the position at LCF, I realize I didn’t know anything about leading a community foundation. Well, here are a few things I have learned.

Reflecting back to 1998, when I accepted the position at LCF, I realize I didn’t know anything about leading a community foundation. Well, here are a few things I have learned.

Lexington citizens have a history of generosity, compassion, and empathy for others. Relationships are our greatest strength.

Lexington citizens have a history of generosity, compassion, and empathy for others. Relationships are our greatest strength.

Lexington citizens have a history of generosity, compassion, and empathy for others. Relationships are our greatest strength.

I’ve learned that when you invite youth into your organization, they will inspire you, motivate you, and remind us why we need to be better at what we do

I’ve learned that when you invite youth into your organization, they will inspire you, motivate you, and remind us why we need to be better at what we do

I’ve learned that when you invite youth into your organization, they will inspire you, motivate you, and remind us why we need to be better at what we do

Lexington is moving forward with great momentum! We have many things going for us - a central location, an abundance of resources, a solid education system, and a strong continuum of leaders who know that our strengths and assets outweigh our challenges.

Lexington is moving forward with great momentum! We have many things going for us - a central location, an abundance of resources, a solid education system, and a strong continuum of leaders who know that our strengths and assets outweigh our challenges.

Lexington is moving forward with great momentum! We have many things going for us - a central location, an abundance of resources, a solid education system, and a strong continuum of leaders who know that our strengths and assets outweigh our challenges.

Lexington is the destination of choice for new immigrants. We have benefitted from their courage, entrepreneurism, and passion for their new country and community.

Lexington is the destination of choice for new immigrants. We have benefitted from their courage, entrepreneurism, and passion for their new country and community.

Lexington is the destination of choice for new immigrants. We have benefitted from their courage, entrepreneurism, and passion for their new country and community.

Lexington has the mindset, “We can because we believe we can.”

Lexington has the mindset, “We can because we believe we can.”

Lexington has the mindset, “We can because we believe we can.”

As I step away from my position at the Foundation, I am confident that LCF will continue to play a leadership role in this community. It has been an honor and a privilege to lead your foundation. I am excited about its potential and our community’s future.

As I step away from my position at the Foundation, I am confident that LCF will continue to play a leadership role in this community. It has been an honor and a privilege to lead your foundation. I am excited about its potential and our community’s future.

As I step away from my position at the Foundation, I am confident that LCF will continue to play a leadership role in this community. It has been an honor and a privilege to lead your foundation. I am excited about its potential and our community’s future.

With gratitude,

Jackie Berke, Retiring LCF Executive Director

Jackie Berke, Retiring LCF Executive Director

Jackie Berke, Retiring LCF Executive Director

With gratitude,

With gratitude,

Wightman

Martinez League

DONOR

DONOR PROFILES

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Many philanthropists turn to community foundations to set up a charitable fund to simplify the giving process. For Mike Jeffrey that was exactly the case. Mike established the Mike Jeffrey Charitable Fund , a donoradvised fund with the Lexington Community Foundation (LCF) in 2020 using distributions from his IRA. The fund allows him to direct donations to the causes he chooses. In 2021, Mike also became a member of the Lexington Community Foundation's Planned Giving Society. We asked Mike to share his story and thoughts on charitable giving that might be helpful to others considering giving options.

Many philanthropists turn to community foundations to set up a charitable fund to simplify the giving process. For Mike Jeffrey that was exactly the case. Mike established the Mike Jeffrey Charitable Fund , a donoradvised fund with the Lexington Community Foundation (LCF) in 2020 using distributions from his IRA. The fund allows him to direct donations to the causes he chooses. In 2021, Mike also became a member of the Lexington Community Foundation's Planned Giving Society. We asked Mike to share his story and thoughts on charitable giving that might be helpful to others considering giving options.

Many philanthropists turn to community foundations to set up a charitable fund to simplify the giving process. For Mike Jeffrey that was exactly the case. Mike established the Mike Jeffrey Charitable Fund , a donoradvised fund with the Lexington Community Foundation (LCF) in 2020 using distributions from his IRA. The fund allows him to direct donations to the causes he chooses. In 2021, Mike also became a member of the Lexington Community Foundation's Planned Giving Society. We asked Mike to share his story and thoughts on charitable giving that might be helpful to others considering giving options.

Mike’s great grandfather, William Robb, homesteaded southeast of Lexington in the 1870s. He was born and raised in Lexington, and his family has always lived on Robb Ranch. Mike spent six years in the US Navy and then came back to Lexington to farm and ranch with his dad. He even married a Lexington girl, Jeanne Kral, in 1981.

Mike’s great grandfather, William Robb, homesteaded southeast of Lexington in the 1870s. He was born and raised in Lexington, and his family has always lived on Robb Ranch. Mike spent six years in the US Navy and then came back to Lexington to farm and ranch with his dad. He even married a Lexington girl, Jeanne Kral, in 1981.

Mike’s great grandfather, William Robb, homesteaded southeast of Lexington in the 1870s. He was born and raised in Lexington, and his family has always lived on Robb Ranch. Mike spent six years in the US Navy and then came back to Lexington to farm and ranch with his dad. He even married a Lexington girl, Jeanne Kral, in 1981.

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When he was in the service, Mike began investing some small amounts of money in a mutual fund. Uncle Sam took care of most of his needs, so he had some extra money to invest. After he returned from the service, Mike continued to invest when he had some extra income. Jeanne was a very kind and compassionate person, and she helped him get more into a giving mindset. He was giving mostly locally to charities and organizations on a hitand-miss basis. When LCF introduced “Give BIG Lexington” several years ago, it greatly streamlined and simplified his giving. With his charitable fund established, all he does now is check a box and fill in the amount.

When he was in the service, Mike began investing some small amounts of money in a mutual fund. Uncle Sam took care of most of his needs, so he had some extra money to invest. After he returned from the service, Mike continued to invest when he had some extra income. Jeanne was a very kind and compassionate person, and she helped him get more into a giving mindset. He was giving mostly locally to charities and organizations on a hitand-miss basis. When LCF introduced “Give BIG Lexington” several years ago, it greatly streamlined and simplified his giving. With his charitable fund established, all he does now is check a box and fill in the amount.

When he was in the service, Mike began investing some small amounts of money in a mutual fund. Uncle Sam took care of most of his needs, so he had some extra money to invest. After he returned from the service, Mike continued to invest when he had some extra income. Jeanne was a very kind and compassionate person, and she helped him get more into a giving mindset. He was giving mostly locally to charities and organizations on a hitand-miss basis. When LCF introduced “Give BIG Lexington” several years ago, it greatly streamlined and simplified his giving. With his charitable fund established, all he does now is check a box and fill in the amount.

Mike also became very active with the Robb Cemetery Restoration project. An affiliate fund was established with the Foundation for the project so that all fundraising materials, donation receipts and contractor payments passed through the Foundation.

Mike also became very active with the Robb Cemetery Restoration project. An affiliate fund was established with the Foundation for the project so that all fundraising materials, donation receipts and contractor payments passed through the Foundation.

Mike also became very active with the Robb Cemetery Restoration project. An affiliate fund was established with the Foundation for the project so that all fundraising materials, donation receipts and contractor payments passed through the Foundation.

Now that he’s retired, Mike has two suggestions for those wishing to give and save some on taxes, too:

Now that he’s retired, Mike has two suggestions for those wishing to give and save some on taxes, too:

Now that he’s retired, Mike has two suggestions for those wishing to give and save some on taxes, too:

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1. If you have an IRA and are taking RMDs, give the RMD amount to your charity directly. The donation will not count as income on your tax return.

1. If you have an IRA and are taking RMDs, give the RMD amount to your charity directly. The donation will not count as income on your tax return.

1. If you have an IRA and are taking RMDs, give the RMD amount to your charity directly. The donation will not count as income on your tax return.

2.Secondly, all those investments he made 30 or 40 years ago have now tripled or quadrupled, resulting in a large amount of capital gains. If those stocks are gifted directly to the charity, there are no capital gains, and the charity receives the full value of the stocks.

2.Secondly, all those investments he made 30 or 40 years ago have now tripled or quadrupled, resulting in a large amount of capital gains. If those stocks are gifted directly to the charity, there are no capital gains, and the charity receives the full value of the stocks.

2.Secondly, all those investments he made 30 or 40 years ago have now tripled or quadrupled, resulting in a large amount of capital gains. If those stocks are gifted directly to the charity, there are no capital gains, and the charity receives the full value of the stocks.

Foundation

We believe the relationship with the donor is as valuable as the gift.

“The Foundation takes care of everything.” -Mike Jeffrey

We believe the relationship with the donor is as valuable as the gift.

Mike Jeffrey

“The Foundation takes care of everything.”

-Mike Jeffrey

Mike Jeffrey

“The Foundation takes care of everything.” -Mike Jeffrey

Mike Jeffrey

DONOR PROFILES

DONOR PROFILES

DONOR PROFILES

The Orthman family roots go deep in the Lexington community. Bill’s grandmother Vera Anderson Orthman was born in Lexington in 1894. She and her husband Ed farmed around Lexington their entire life. Bill’s father, Henry, and mother, Wilma Bodemer Orthman, farmed and raised three children in Lexington before starting Orthman Manufacturing. Vera, Henry, Bill, and his two sisters went through the Lexington School system, with Henry and his children graduating high school in what is now the Lexington Middle School. Bill’s wife, Meredith Stewart Orthman, moved to Lexington to work right out of school, and she and Bill have lived, thrived, and enjoyed the community their whole lives.

The Orthman family roots go deep in the Lexington community. Bill’s grandmother Vera Anderson Orthman was born in Lexington in 1894. She and her husband Ed farmed around Lexington their entire life. Bill’s father, Henry, and mother, Wilma Bodemer Orthman, farmed and raised three children in Lexington before starting Orthman Manufacturing. Vera, Henry, Bill, and his two sisters went through the Lexington School system, with Henry and his children graduating high school in what is now the Lexington Middle School. Bill’s wife, Meredith Stewart Orthman, moved to Lexington to work right out of school, and she and Bill have lived, thrived, and enjoyed the community their whole lives.

The Orthman family roots go deep in the Lexington community. Bill’s grandmother Vera Anderson Orthman was born in Lexington in 1894. She and her husband Ed farmed around Lexington their entire life. Bill’s father, Henry, and mother, Wilma Bodemer Orthman, farmed and raised three children in Lexington before starting Orthman Manufacturing. Vera, Henry, Bill, and his two sisters went through the Lexington School system, with Henry and his children graduating high school in what is now the Lexington Middle School. Bill’s wife, Meredith Stewart Orthman, moved to Lexington to work right out of school, and she and Bill have lived, thrived, and enjoyed the community their whole lives.

The family values of giving back to the community were instilled early on. Bill’s father, Henry Orthman, was a Dawson County Foundation founding member 40 years ago and served on the board for 12 years. Bill was also a volunteer LCF board member for 12 years and held the positions of Treasurer and chair of the Finance Committee.

The family values of giving back to the community were instilled early on. Bill’s father, Henry Orthman, was a Dawson County Foundation founding member 40 years ago and served on the board for 12 years. Bill was also a volunteer LCF board member for 12 years and held the positions of Treasurer and chair of the Finance Committee.

The family values of giving back to the community were instilled early on. Bill’s father, Henry Orthman, was a Dawson County Foundation founding member 40 years ago and served on the board for 12 years. Bill was also a volunteer LCF board member for 12 years and held the positions of Treasurer and chair of the Finance Committee.

Bill & Meredith have been generous in supporting today’s community needs and are now passing on that generosity to the Lexington Community Foundation through their legacy plans. They believe giving through the Foundation is one of the best ways to support the needs of the community and our neighbors. In addition, the Orthmans feel the funds affiliated with the Foundation are more successful because of their relationship with the Foundation. As members of the LCF Planned Giving Society , Bill states, “this is an excellent way to show a commitment to the future of our community.”

Bill & Meredith have been generous in supporting today’s community needs and are now passing on that generosity to the Lexington Community Foundation through their legacy plans. They believe giving through the Foundation is one of the best ways to support the needs of the community and our neighbors. In addition, the Orthmans feel the funds affiliated with the Foundation are more successful because of their relationship with the Foundation. As members of the LCF Planned Giving Society , Bill states, “this is an excellent way to show a commitment to the future of our community.”

Bill & Meredith have been generous in supporting today’s community needs and are now passing on that generosity to the Lexington Community Foundation through their legacy plans. They believe giving through the Foundation is one of the best ways to support the needs of the community and our neighbors. In addition, the Orthmans feel the funds affiliated with the Foundation are more successful because of their relationship with the Foundation. As members of the LCF Planned Giving Society , Bill states, “this is an excellent way to show a commitment to the future of our community.”

Thank you, Bill & Meredith

Thank you, Bill & Meredith

Thank you, Bill & Meredith

Thank you, Bill & Meredith

Bill & Meredith Orthman

Thank you, Bill & Meredith Your friendship is valued even more than your gift!

Bill & Meredith Orthman

friendship is valued even more than your gift!

Bill & Meredith Orthman

Thank you, Bill & Meredith

friendship is valued even more than your gift!

LCF

LCF DONORS

LCF DONORS

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LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Celebrating40 Years of Impact

Celebrating40 Years of Impact

Celebrating40 Years of Impact

Since 1982, LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, formerly LEXINGTON FOUNDATION, INC. and before that, DAWSON COUNTY FOUNDATION, INC, has managed a family of funds, both large and small, promoting local philanthropy.

Since 1982, LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, formerly LEXINGTON FOUNDATION, INC. and before that, DAWSON COUNTY FOUNDATION, INC, has managed a family of funds, both large and small, promoting local philanthropy.

Since 1982, LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, formerly LEXINGTON FOUNDATION, INC. and before that, DAWSON COUNTY FOUNDATION, INC, has managed a family of funds, both large and small, promoting local philanthropy.

The twenty-five founding members had the expertise and foresight to create this organization that would serve the broad-based mission of using philanthropy to improve the lives of all in our community. By any measure, the Foundation has been successful.

The twenty-five founding members had the expertise and foresight to create this organization that would serve the broad-based mission of using philanthropy to improve the lives of all in our community. By any measure, the Foundation has been successful.

The twenty-five founding members had the expertise and foresight to create this organization that would serve the broad-based mission of using philanthropy to improve the lives of all in our community. By any measure, the Foundation has been successful.

For the past 40 years, our leaders have navigated this organization toward developing relationships with donors, board members, professional advisors, and a regional network of non-profits. The Foundation has grown and expanded, yet the essence of that original mission has been unwavering in its commitment to serving others. We have used all of the resources available to us to accomplish great things.

For the past 40 years, our leaders have navigated this organization toward developing relationships with donors, board members, professional advisors, and a regional network of non-profits. The Foundation has grown and expanded, yet the essence of that original mission has been unwavering in its commitment to serving others. We have used all of the resources available to us to accomplish great things.

For the past 40 years, our leaders have navigated this organization toward developing relationships with donors, board members, professional advisors, and a regional network of non-profits. The Foundation has grown and expanded, yet the essence of that original mission has been unwavering in its commitment to serving others. We have used all of the resources available to us to accomplish great things.

Welookforwardtoservingfuturegenerationsandhavinganeven greaterimpactinthisplacewecallhome.

Welookforwardtoservingfuturegenerationsandhavinganeven greaterimpactinthisplacewecallhome.

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Our donors are special kinds of people that change lives, lift people up, and make the world a better place. Our donors or their families have chosen to support the Foundation in its mission. There’s a “why” behind every gift. Read about the inspiration behind some of our past, present and future gifts by visiting Donor Stories at www.lexfoundation.org.

Our donors are special kinds of people that change lives, lift people up, and make the world a better place. Our donors or their families have chosen to support the Foundation in its mission.

Our donors are special kinds of people that change lives, lift people up, and make the world a better place. Our donors or their families have chosen to support the Foundation in its mission.

There’s a “why” behind every gift. Read about the inspiration behind some of our past, present and future gifts by visiting Donor Stories at www.lexfoundation.org.

There’s a “why” behind every gift. Read about the inspiration behind some of our past, present and future gifts by visiting Donor Stories at www.lexfoundation.org.

SOCIETY

SOCIETY

It is an honor to recognize and celebrate the generosity of our donors.

It is an honor to recognize and celebrate the generosity of our donors.

Members of our Planned Giving Society are leaders who love our community and inspire others through their investment in the Lexington Community Foundation.

It is honor to recognize and celebrate the generosity of our donors. of our Planned Giving Society are leaders who love our community and inspire others through their investment in the Lexington Community Foundation.

Members of our Planned Giving Society are leaders who love our community and inspire others through their investment in the Lexington Community Foundation.

Anonymous Donor

Sue Batie Steven Heldt Mike Jeffrey Patricia Luse

Tod & Michele McKeone

Roberts Charitable Trust Donna Soflin

David & Peggy Stenberg Seacrest Family Legacy Fund

Brad & Jill Williams

The Lexington Community Foundation Planned Giving Society was created in 2021 for those who love Lexington and have made plans to leave an end-of-life gift through their estate or beneficiary designations via a retirement plan, investment account, or insurance policy. As a member of the Planned Giving Society, you join a distinguished group of people who share a common vision for the future of Lexington.

The Lexington Community Foundation Planned Giving Society was created in 2021 for those who love Lexington and have made plans to leave an end-of-life gift through their estate or beneficiary designations via a retirement plan, investment account, or insurance policy. As a member of the Planned Giving Society, you join a distinguished group of people who share a common vision for the future of Lexington.

To learn more about planning a gift that leaves a lasting mark on Lexington, contact Steve Heldt, LCF Development Committee, Chair, at (308)325-0833; sheldt@hmlawoffices.com

To learn more about planning a gift that leaves a lasting mark on Lexington, contact Steve Heldt, LCF Development Committee, Chair, at (308)325-0833; sheldt@hmlawoffices.com

What will your charitable legacy be?

What will your charitable legacy be?

If you have named Lexington Community Foundation in your will or trust, please let us know so we can ensure that your gift is used according to your wishes.

If you have named Lexington Community Foundation in your will or trust, please let us know so we can ensure that your gift is used according to your wishes.

Even if you wish for your gift to remain anonymous, please let us know about your gift.

Even if you wish for your gift to remain anonymous, please let us know about your gift.

FESITIVE KEY ‘22 DINNER & AUCTION

ESITIVE ‘22 DINNER & AUCTION

IN PERSON EVENT HELD POST-COVID

IN PERSON EVENT HELD POST COVID

IN PERSON EVENT HELD POST COVID

LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’S 21st annual Key event returned to its usual dinner & auction format after tw o years of going virtual due to COVID -19. On April 30, 2022, 328 people attended the Casino Royale themed event dressed to the nines! It was an evening of camaraderie, fabulous food, and fundraising. More than $344,000 was raised for the Lexington community.

LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’S 21st annual Key event returned to its usual dinner & auction format after tw o years of going virtual due to COVID -19. On April 30, 2022, 328 people attended the Casino Royale themed event dressed to the nines! It was an evening of camaraderie, fabulous food, and fundraising. More than $344,000 was raised for the Lexington community.

LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’S 21st annual Key event returned to its usual dinner & auction format after tw o years of going virtual due to COVID -19. On April 30, 2022, 328 people attended the Casino Royale themed event dressed to the nines! It was an evening of camaraderie, fabulous food, and fundraising. More than $344,000 was raised for the Lexington community.

Thank you to all businesses and individuals supporting the Key.

Thank you to all businesses and individuals supporting the Key.

Thank you to all businesses and individuals supporting the Key.

Be sure to SAVE THE DATE for Key ‘23 THE HAMPTON SOCIAL (see details below)

Be sure to SAVE THE DATE for Key ‘23 THE HAMPTON SOCIAL (see details below)

Be sure to SAVE THE DATE for Key ‘23 THE HAMPTON SOCIAL (see details below)

Plan to Attend Key ‘23

Plan to Attend Key ‘23

Plan to Attend Key ‘23

The Hampton Soc

The Hampton S

The Hampton Social

Preview Open House - Friday, March 31st 5:00-8:00 pm

Preview Open House - Friday, March 31st 5:00-8:00 pm

Preview Open House - Friday, March 31st 5:00-8:00 pm

Key Event Dinner & Auction - Saturday, April 1st (by reservation only)

Key Event Dinner & Auction - Saturday, April 1st (by reservation only)

Key Event Dinner & Auction - Saturday, April 1st (by reservation only)

For a night of high style, cocktails, dinner silent & live auctions and camaraderie.

For a night of high style, cocktails, dinner silent & live auctions and camaraderie.

For a night of high style, cocktails, dinner silent & live auctions and camaraderie.

Prepaid Res er vation s

Prepaid Res er vation

Prepaid Res er vatio

B eg i n n n g Mon day, O Reserved, Limited Seating Only

B eg i n n i n g Mon day, Reserved, Limited Seating Only

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Reserved, Limited Seating Only

Individual Seats: $125

Individual Seats: $125

Individual Seats: $125

Tables Seat Eight

Tables Seat Eight

Credit Cards Accepted

Tables Seat Eight Credit Cards Accepted

Credit Cards Accepted

*Photos by Paul Pack

*Photos by Paul Pack

*Photos by Paul Pack

GIVE

GIVE

GIVE BIG

On November 10

On November 10th

On November 10

Give Big Lexington, a 24-hour day of giving, helps thousands of individuals, groups, and businesses discover and donate to nonprofits serving our area. Every dollar donated during Give Big moves our local and area nonprofits closer to achieving their goals. Every dollar contributed helps bring positive change to our communities.

Give Big Lexington, a 24-hour day of giving, helps thousands of individuals, groups, and businesses discover and donate to nonprofits serving our area. Every dollar donated during Give Big moves our local and area nonprofits closer to achieving their goals. Every dollar contributed helps bring positive change to our communities.

Give Big Lexington, a 24-hour day of giving, helps thousands of individuals, groups, and businesses discover and donate to nonprofits serving our area. Every dollar donated during Give Big moves our local and area nonprofits closer to achieving their goals. Every dollar contributed helps bring positive change to our communities.

The 12th annual Give Big Lexington is hosted by the Lexington Community Foundation. The goal of Give Big is to make a positive impact on local nonprofits, raise awareness, and connect the surrounding communities. By covering the cash prizes and fees associated with Give Big, 100% of the funds are distributed to their designated causes.

The 12th annual Give Big Lexington is hosted by the Lexington Community Foundation. The goal of Give Big is to make a positive impact on local nonprofits, raise awareness, and connect the surrounding communities. By covering the cash prizes and fees associated with Give Big, 100% of the funds are distributed to their designated causes.

The 12th annual Give Big Lexington is hosted by the Lexington Community Foundation. The goal of Give Big is to make a positive impact on local nonprofits, raise awareness, and connect the surrounding communities. By covering the cash prizes and fees associated with Give Big, 100% of the funds are distributed to their designated causes.

To discover the causes from Lexington, Cozad, Elwood, Overton, and Sumner, and to Give with Your Heart, from now through November 10th, visit www.givebiglexington.org.

To discover the causes from Lexington, Cozad, Elwood, Overton, and Sumner, and to Give with Your Heart, from now through November 10th, visit www.givebiglexington.org.

To discover the causes from Lexington, Cozad, Elwood, Overton, and Sumner, and to Give with Your Heart, from now through November 10th, visit www.givebiglexington.org.

150th Anniversary Celebration

150th Anniversary Celebration

150th Anniversary Celebration

After-School Programs

After-School Programs

After-School Programs

Aquatic Center

Aquatic Center

Aquatic Center

Backpacks for Kids

Backpacks for Kids

Backpacks for Kids

Baseball Association

Baseball Association

Baseball Association

Booster Club

Booster Club

Booster Club

Boy Scouts

Boy Scouts

Boy Scouts

CCC Foundation

CCC Foundation

CCC Foundation

CFI Lexington Camp Comeca

CFI Lexington Camp Comeca

CFI Lexington Camp Comeca

Central NE Human Trafficking

Central NE Human Trafficking

Central NE Human Trafficking

Children's Museum

Children's Museum

Children's Museum

Class of '77 Scholarship

Class of '77 Scholarship

Class of '77 Scholarship

Combination Boxing Club & Academy

Combination Boxing Club & Academy

Combination Boxing Club & Academy

Community Action Partnership

Community Action Partnership

Community Action Partnership

Crossroads Mission Avenue

Crossroads Mission Avenue

Crossroads Mission Avenue

DAR - Bonneville Chapter DC 4-H

DAR - Bonneville Chapter DC 4-H

DAR - Bonneville Chapter

DC 4-H

DC Ag Society

DC Ag Society

DC Ag Society

DC Cancer Care

DC Cancer Care

DC Cancer Care

DC Family Partners

DC Family Partners

DC Family Partners

DC Historical Society & Museum

DC Historical Society & Museum

DC Historical Society & Museum

DC K-9 Unit

DC K-9 Unit

DC K-9 Unit

DC Parent Child Services

DC Parent Child Services

DC Parent Child Services

Grow the Match

Grow the Match

Grow the Match

Having trouble deciding which causes to give to on Give Big? We have a solution!

Having trouble deciding which causes to give to on Give Big?

have a

Introducing Grow the Match.

Introducing Grow the Match.

Every donation of $5 or more made to Grow the Match Fund will be added to the $50,000 match pool provided by the Foundation. Funds will then be proportionally distributed to all of the qualifying organizations.

Now you can give to them all!

Every donation of $5 or more made to Grow the Match Fund will be added to the $50,000 match pool provided by the Foundation. Funds will then be proportionally distributed to all of the qualifying organizations. Now you can give to them all! Consider giving to the Grow the Match Fund this year.

Consider giving to the Grow the Match Fund this year.

Dawson/Gosper County CASA Family Advocacy Network

Dawson/Gosper County CASA

Dawson/Gosper County CASA

Family Advocacy Network

Family Advocacy Network

FIR$T-AID for Healthy Kids

FIR$T-AID for Healthy Kids

FIR$T-AID for Healthy Kids

Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts

Good Samaritan Fund

Good Samaritan Fund

Good Samaritan Fund

Goodwill

Goodwill

Goodwill Grace Lutheran Preschool Grand Generation Center

Grace Lutheran Preschool

Grace Lutheran Preschool

Grand Generation Center

Grand Generation Center

Grow the Match HOMES

Grow the Match

Grow the Match

HOMES

HOMES

Healing Hearts & Families

Healing Hearts & Families

Healing Hearts & Families

Heartland Military Museum

Heartland Military Museum

Heartland Military Museum

Johnson Lake Carp Removal

Johnson Lake Carp Removal

Johnson Lake Carp Removal

Johnson Lake EMS Johnson Lake Fireworks Johnson Lake Playground

Johnson Lake Fireworks

Johnson Lake EMS Johnson Lake Fireworks

Johnson Lake EMS

Johnson Lake Playground

Johnson Lake Playground

Johnson Lake State Recreation

Johnson Lake State Recreation

Johnson Lake State Recreation

Johnson Lake Trails

Johnson Lake Trails

Johnson Lake Trails

Keep Lexington Beautiful Knights of Columbus #2040

Keep Lexington Beautiful

Keep Lexington Beautiful

Knights of Columbus #2040

Knights of Columbus #2040

L2 For Kids

L2 For Kids

L2 For Kids

LHS/St. Ann's Alumni Scholarship

LHS/St. Ann's Alumni Scholarship

LHS/St. Ann's Alumni Scholarship

Lexington Area Community Choir Lexington Area United Way

Lexington Area Community Choir

Lexington Area Community Choir

Lexington Area United Way

Lexington Area United Way

Lexington Community Foundation

Lexington Community Foundation

Lexington Community Foundation

Lexington Public Library

Lexington Public Library

Lexington Public Library

Lexington Racquet Complex

Lexington Racquet Complex

Lexington Racquet Complex

Lex Regional Charitable Fund

Lex Regional Charitable Fund

Lex Regional Charitable Fund

Lions Club

Lions Club

Lions Club

Livestock Premium Fund

Livestock Premium Fund

Livestock Premium Fund

Majestic Theatre

Majestic Theatre

Majestic Theatre

Make-A-Wish Meals on Wheels

Make-A-Wish

Make-A-Wish

Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels

Micah's House

Micah's House

Micah's House

Ministerial Association

Ministerial Association

Ministerial Association

Minuteman Fine Arts Association

Minuteman Fine Arts Association

Minuteman Fine Arts Association

Operation Santa Claus Optimist Club

Operation Santa Claus

Optimist Club

Parks & Trails

Parks & Trails

Operation Santa Claus Optimist Club Parks & Trails

Paw Prints

Paw Prints

Paw Prints

Plum Creek Community Players

Plum Creek Community Players

Plum Creek Community Players

Red Cross / Blood Mobile

Red Cross / Blood Mobile

Red Cross / Blood Mobile

Robb Cemetery Rotary Club Salvation Army

Robb Cemetery

Robb Cemetery Rotary Club

Rotary Club

Salvation Army

Salvation Army

Shining Star Preschool

Shining Star Preschool

Soccer Fieldhouse / Men's Soccer Splash Pad

Soccer Fieldhouse / Men's Soccer

Shining Star Preschool Soccer Fieldhouse / Men's Soccer Splash Pad

Splash Pad

St. Ann's Immigration Office

St. Ann's Immigration Office

St. Ann's Immigration Office

TeamMates of Lexington Trail of Lights

TeamMates of Lexington Trail of Lights

TeamMates of Lexington Trail of Lights

Two Rivers Public Health

Two Rivers Public Health

Two Rivers Public Health

United by Culture Media

United by Culture Media

United by Culture Media

Veteran Pavilion

Veteran Pavilion

Veteran Pavilion

Volunteer Fire Department

Volunteer Fire Department YMCA

Volunteer Fire Department YMCA

YMCA

LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION with the Lexington Racquet Complex Committee and the City of Lexington to raise the $600,000 needed to comple Complex. A $75,000 project grant was approved by the LCF Board of Directors at the Annual Meet

LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION with the Lexington Racquet Complex Committee and the City of Lexington to raise the $600,000 needed to comple Complex. A $75,000 project grant was approved by the LCF Board of Directors at the Annual Meet

OAK PARK SPLASH PAD completed toward the end of summer through Labor Day. Additional funds that are raised will go toward adding future landscaping and other features to the park.

OAK PARK SPLASH PAD completed toward the end of summer through Labor Day. Additional funds that are raised will go toward adding future landscaping and other features to the park.

LEXINGTON FIELD TURF with Lexington Community Foundation as at Ray Ehlers Stadium. The field tu Lexington from 2016, until the comple

LEXINGTON FIELD TURF with Lexington Community Foundation as at Ray Ehlers Stadium. The field tu Lexington from 2016, until the comple

GIVING OPTION - QCD’S

OPTION - QCD’S

OPTION - QCD’S

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) from IRA’s provide a Tax Efficient Giving Option

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) from IRA’s provide a Tax Efficient Giving Option

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) from IRA’s provide a Tax Efficient Giving Option

According to Giving USA, charitable giving in America was up 4.9% in 2021. Without a doubt, there’s no shortage of ways to give to charity. What is more challenging is deciding what is the best giving option for you.

According to Giving USA, charitable giving in America was up 4.9% in 2021. Without a doubt, there’s no shortage of ways to give to charity. What is more challenging is deciding what is the best giving option for you.

According to Giving USA, charitable giving in America was up 4.9% in 2021. Without a doubt, there’s no shortage of ways to give to charity. What is more challenging is deciding what is the best giving option for you.

For philanthropic retirees, a strategy known as qual ified charitable distributions, or QCDs, may be something to consider.

For philanthropic retirees, a strategy known as qual ified charitable distributions, or QCDs, may be something to consider.

For philanthropic retirees, a strategy known as qual ified charitable distributions, or QCDs, may be something to consider.

QCD Opportunities

QCD Opportunities

QCD Opportunities

QCDs offer several advantages.

QCDs offer several advantages.

QCDs offer several advantages.

They may provide multiple tax benefi ts.

They may provide multiple tax benefi ts.

 They may provide multiple tax benefi ts.

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are not counted toward your adjusted gross income (AGI ), which has a number of tax-related benefits

QCDs are not counted toward your adjusted gross income (AGI ), which has a number of tax-related benefits

QCDs are not counted toward your adjusted gross income (AGI ), which has a number of tax-related benefits

They may be used to satisfy RMD requirements without tax ramifications.

They may be used to satisfy RMD requirements without tax ramifications.

may be used to satisfy RMD requirements without tax ramifications.

They may be used for multiple charities, up to a total of $100,000 annually.

They may be used for multiple charities, up to a total of $100,000 annually.

may be used for multiple charities, up to a total of $100,000 annually.

Even if you do not itemize deductions, QCDs may provide a tax benefit.

Even if you do not itemize deductions, QCDs may provide a tax benefit.

if you do not itemize deductions, QCDs may provide a tax benefit.

QCD Considerations

QCD Considerations

QCD Considerations

QCDs must meet the following criteria.

QCDs must meet the following criteria.

QCDs must meet the following criteria.

They can be made only from IRAs.

They can be made only from IRAs.

They can be made only from IRAs.

 You must be at least 70-1/2 years old.

You must be at least 70-1/2 years old.

You must be at least 70-1/2 years old.

are limited to $100,000 per taxpayer per year. As noted above, there may be further limitations subsequent to passage of the SECURE Act for deductible IRA contributions made for the year you reach age 70-1/2 and later years.

QCDs are limited to $100,000 per taxpayer per year. As noted above, there may be further limitations subsequent to passage of the SECURE Act for deductible IRA contributions made for the year you reach age 70-1/2 and later years.

are limited to $100,000 per taxpayer per year. As noted above, there may be further limitations subsequent to passage of the SECURE Act for deductible IRA contributions made for the year you reach age 70-1/2 and later years.

Contributions must be transferred directly from the IRA to the charity.

 Contributions must be transferred directly from the IRA to the charity.

Contributions must be transferred directly from the IRA to the charity.

You may make QCDs only to qualified charities. QCDs cannot be made to donor-advised funds, private foundations, supporting organizations, and other grant-making organizations.

You may make QCDs only to qualified charities. QCDs cannot be made to donor-advised funds, private foundations, supporting organizations, and other grant-making organizations.

You may make QCDs only to qualified charities. QCDs cannot be made to donor-advised funds, private foundations, supporting organizations, and other grant-making organizations.

You must obtain a letter from the charity substantiating the gift and stating that nothing was received in return.

 You must obtain a letter from the charity substantiating the gift and stating that nothing was received in return.

You must obtain a letter from the charity substantiating the gift and stating that nothing was received in return.

Is taking a QCD an option for you this year for Give Big Lexington?

Is taking a QCD an option for you this year for Give Big Lexington?

Is taking a QCD an option for you this year for Give Big Lexington?

For your convenience a Charitable Distribution donation form is included within this newsletter.

For your convenience a Charitable Distribution donation form is included within this newsletter.

For your convenience a Charitable Distribution donation form is included within this newsletter.