A note from Chip

My first day with Lincoln Community Foundation was appropriately Give to Lincoln Day – May 16, 2013.  

After much consideration – and 12 Give to Lincoln Days later – I have decided to retire from the Lincoln Community Foundation at the end of 2025. 

I have been privileged to be invited into the lives of donors and their families as they consider how best to leave their mark on Lincoln. It has been a great honor to work alongside many dedicated legal and financial advisors as they assist their clients in crafting their charitable legacies. 

I have been fortunate to assist with countless agreements for donor advised funds, field-of-interest funds, permanent and term endowments and personalized legacy plans these past dozen years. It has been a joy to have the opportunity to work with the staff and leadership of so many nonprofit organizations in their important work supporting our community. 

I have been part of Lincoln Vital Signs, three iterations of Prosper Lincoln, the South of Downtown Community Development Organization, the inaugural LCF Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy program and more in my role at LCF and as a member of the community. 

I am grateful for these opportunities. 

Thanks to you – LCF has grown its assets and, more importantly, its reach within the community. I have been proud to be part of this incredible growth and pleased to be part of LCF’s thoughtful, professional team. 

What comes next? I’m still working that out, but it will certainly involve more golf and our grandchildren. 

What I am certain of is that LCF will continue to grow and thrive. My talented colleagues with the Philanthropy Services team – Sandi Hansen, Susan Crotteau and Rhonda Page – will be here for you every step of the way during this transition.  

In the meantime, I will continue to be a charitable resource for you through the end of the year. Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out at 402-474-2345. 

I want to extend my gratitude to this organization, its donors, the many dedicated members of our board of directors and the advisor community for making my years at LCF so enjoyable. What a ride it’s been!