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Heather Ehlert

JB+A Client Partner Willa Cather Foundation Celebrates Groundbreaking

By All Posts, Arts/Culture/Humanities, Byrne Pelofsky Client Fundraising Success, Current Events/News No Comments
JB+A is proud to announce its client partner, Willa Cather Foundation, recently broke ground on its National Willa Cather Center.  More than 200 supporters came to Red Cloud, Nebraska, for the celebration, including acclaimed historian Richard Norton Smith.  In 2016, the NWCC will open its doors as a vibrant arts and educational center that will serve approximately 8,000 annual visitors.…
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JB+A Client Partner SAFEHOME Receives its FOURTH Charity Navigator 4-Star Rating in a Row

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Congratulations to JB+A client partner SAFEHOME for receiving its FOURTH 4-Star Rating in a row from Charity Navigator.  According to Charity Navigator, only 8% of the charities it reviews have received at least four 4-Star ratings in a row. "I am thrilled that SAFEHOME has received this distinction from Charity Navigator, but I am also not surprised," says JB+A President…
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Participate in the NRC Summer Survey

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The deadline to participate in the survey is Wednesday, August 19.  Thank you for taking 15 minutes to answer these questions. Your feedback will provide unique insights into fundraising practice, to help your organization and others.   As a member of The Giving Institute, JB+A is a proud partner of the Nonprofit Research Collaborative (NRC), which studies trends in fundraising twice…
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JB+A Client Partner Leavenworth County Humane Society Gains Conditional Use Permit

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The Lansing City Council unanimously voted on August 6th to approve the Conditional Use Permit to allow Leavenworth County Humane Society (LCHS) to build and operate a “no kill” pet animal shelter in the Lansing Business Center. LCHS is the only organization working to build and operate a no-kill pet animal shelter to serve all Leavenworth County residents. The organization will…
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Jeffrey Byrne Elected Chair of The Giving Institute

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Represents National Consultant Thought Leaders in Philanthropy The JB+A Team is proud to announce Jeffrey D. Byrne, firm President + CEO, has been elected to Chair of the Board of Directors of The Giving Institute. The Giving Institute is designed to help elevate the fundraising consulting and nonprofit services industry and enhance the philanthropic sector. JB+A is the only Kansas…
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JB+A Client Partner Challenge Aspen Receives Coveted Charity Navigator 4-Star Rating

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JB+A is proud to announce its client partner, Challenge Aspen, has received a 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator, America's premier charity evaluator.  Challenge Aspen received this 4-Star Rating for its sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. Congratulations, Challenge Aspen! Making possibilities for people with disabilities, Challenge Aspen empowers children, adults and families living with cognitive or physical…
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JB+A Client Partner Horizon Academy Surpasses Campaign Goal

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JB+A is proud to announce its client partner, Horizon Academy, has recently surpassed its Rays of Success campaign goal of $1.5 million! Because of the generosity of its gracious donors, Horizon Academy raised $1.59 million dollars for student scholarships, teacher training and programs and facility renovations. Congratulations Horizon Academy!  Dedicated parents concerned about the progress of their children in traditional…
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Giving USA 2015: An Estimated $358.38 Billion to Charity in 2014

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Giving USA 2015:  An Estimated $358.38 Billion to Charity in 2014 Fifth Straight Year of Growth Highest Total in Report's 60-year History Generous Giving Continues from American Individuals, Foundations, Estates, Corporations Click here to see how nonprofits can utilize Giving USA to improve their fundraising. Americans donated an estimated $358.38 billion to charity in 2014, surpassing the pre-recession benchmark year…
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