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Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund
Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund Coordinator
Position Summary:
The Coordinator reports to the Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund Advisory Committee. Provides oversight for the Fund’s achievement of its mission and financial objectives in accordance with its articles of operation, vision statement, and policies. Responsible for assisting with overall implementation of action plans, assisting with revenue generation, and oversight of financial management and Fund operations. Works with individuals, businesses and community organizations as the Fund representative and liaison to educate the community about the work of the Fund and to build partnerships that further the Fund’s mission. Requires the ability to work some nontraditional hours and to travel.
The Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund is an affiliated fund of the Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF). The individual hired for this position will be an employee of NCF and subject to all NCF personnel policies.
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Vision
Norfolk is a growing, thriving community where giving back is a priority and an ongoing process for all citizens.
Mission
To build a permanent endowment that creates and sustains innovative projects, services and opportunities that enhance the Norfolk area and make a positive impact on people’s lives.
Values
We believe in creating partnership in our community that foster teamwork, maximize out ability to fulfill our vision and create a culture of giving.
We believe in maintaining credibility as an organization by being fair, reliable and trustworthy in our interactions with donors, recipients and the community.
We believe in operating with integrity in our commitments to donors, partners and those in whom we invest by maintaining confidentiality, compliance with the law, and honoring donor intent.
We believe in treating all donors, recipients and community members with respect by taking into consideration the thoughts, feelings and life experiences of others and understanding that all people have value and worth.
Download the Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund brochure.
As an affiliated fund of the Nebraska Community Foundation, all contributions to the Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund are tax-deductible. The Nebraska Community Foundation is confirmed in compliance with the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations, and has met the nation’s highest philanthropic standards of operational quality, integrity and accountability.
Endowment Building Goals
| Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund Unrestricted Endowment | Total Funds Benefiting Norfolk Endowed at NCF | |
|---|---|---|
| As of Sept. 30, 2010 (assets and expectancies) |
$1.1 million | $3.2 million |
| 2014 | $5 million | $10 million |
| 2021 | $15 million | $40 million |
| 2031 | $30 million | $80 million |
Download the pledge card. Send your completed pledge card to the Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund Office at PO Box 1187, Norfolk, NE 68702.
Opened: February 2001
Related Towns: Norfolk
Related Counties: Madison
Contact Info
Name: Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund Office
E-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Phone: (402) 379-9516
Mailing Address
PO Box 1187
Norfolk, NE 68702
Related Account(s)
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General
An account used by the local Fund Advisory Committee to support and maintain the affiliated fund’s activities within the community.
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Liberty Centre Services Endowment
An endowment to support Liberty Centre Services, a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to help people recover from mental illness and become contributing members of society.
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NeighborWorks Endowment
To support the activities of the Elkhorn Valley Community Development Corporation, dba NeighborWorks Northeast Nebraska, a Sec. 501(c)(3) organization, in the Norfolk area. NeighborWorks’ mission is to create opportunities for people to live in affordable homes, improve their lives and strengthen their community.
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Norfolk Community Theatre Building
To raise funds for the renovation of the Community Theatre building.
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Norfolk Veterans’ Home
To raise funds for a memorial garden on the grounds of the Norfolk Veterans’ Home, which is operated by the State of Nebraska.
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Northeast Nebraska Philanthropy Council Account
An account to support and promote philanthropy in Norfolk, Nebraska and its surrounding area through a collaboration of charitable organizations known as the “Northeast Nebraska Philanthropy Council”. Activities of the “Northeast Nebraska Philanthropy Council” include educating donors on local philanthropic opportunities, mutual support, training, collaboration and convening.
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Operations Account
An account to support the operations and growth of the Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund, including staff compensation and related costs and grants that demonstrate community impact.
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Preserve Norfolk Group Account
An account to raise funds to assist with the preservation of historic sites and objects in public locations in Norfolk, Nebraska.
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Unrestricted Endowment
A permanent account whose assets are invested to generate an ongoing source of income year after year. Investment earnings from the endowment are used to support community improvements and programs. The Fund Advisory Committee determines how the money generated from the endowment will be used to benefit the community now and in the future.
