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As the 2013 elected President of your foundation I am honored to be given this opportunity to serve you. As I reflect back on my first year of service as a director I realize our job is to help people who want to do something good for the Longville area, as foundation officers and directors we are stewards of your goodwill. The Foundation is a vehicle for people who care, to make a lasting contribution to our community.

The Board of Directors of the Longville Area Community Foundation (LACF) honors the essence of who we are-our values, our mission, our commitment to those we serve. At the same time, we need to be willing to confront changes in our community and constantly innovate and reinvent ourselves to be responsive to the needs of the community we serve. The directors, all volunteers, use their talents, expertise, and love of Longville for the benefit of enhancing the quality of life in our community. With these exceptional people, I know we are offering solid leadership in meeting the needs of nonprofit organizations throughout our community.

During 2012, the Longville Area Community Foundation gave grants to a wide range of nonprofit organizations in our town. These grants made a difference in many areas: arts and culture, education, health, family, food shelf, social services, and basic needs of our residents. Additionally scholarships were established to help students afford a higher education or to develop personally through leadership training programs.

During 2013, I hope each of you will continue to want to do something good for our community and I invite you to become more involved in your foundation.[[In-content Ad]]

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