HON. DEAN HELLER

OF NEVADA

IN THE UNITED STATES SENATE

September 13^th, 2012 

Mr. HELLER: Mr. President, I rise today to congratulate one of my home state’s local leaders in charitable giving, the Nevada Community Foundation, on obtaining its National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations accreditation from the Community Foundations National Standards Board. 

The Foundation’s commitment to the highest philanthropic standards for operational quality, integrity, and accountability has continuously provided the citizens of Southern Nevada with invaluable services and leadership in their neighborhoods.

In the fall of 1988, the Nevada Community Foundation was incorporated as the first community foundation of Nevada.  Designed to be a center of philanthropy for Nevada, the Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of current and future generations of Southern Nevadans.  By encouraging philanthropy, providing leadership, and promoting grant lending, the Nevada Community Foundation has worked tirelessly to meet the needs of Southern Nevada.  The Foundation is committed to supporting local services, including education, social services, health, arts and culture, and the environment.   

Serving the southern region of the Silver State for more than 24 years, the Nevada Community Foundation has remained a trusted philanthropic partner and champion for community investment.  I applaud the Foundation’s values of community, humility, and stewardship that have helped to enrich our communities and hope that they serve as an example for others within the state.

Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the Nevada Community Foundation on receiving its National Standards accreditation.  On behalf of the residents of Southern Nevada, I congratulate the Nevada Community Foundation on this accomplishment and commend the Foundation’s dedication to my home state.