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Shickley Foundation Guiding Principles

For Generations, residents of Shickley have enjoyed a wonderful quality of life. To ensure that future generations of Shickley continue to have the opportunity, many current and former residents are supporting Shickley by giving charitably. Join them with your gifts to the Shickley Community Foundation.

VISION:

Shickley is a community committed to working together to nurture our agricultural roots, educational opportunities, and economic growth in order to support the emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being of our citizens of all ages.

MISSION:

The mission of the Shickley Community Foundation Fund, an affiliate of the Nebraska Community Foundation, is to fund community development now and for generations to come. We are committed to keeping our community a vital, progressive and healthy place where people can live, raise families and retire. To fulfill our vision of Shickley, we provide a variety of ways for people to invest their time, talent and treasure in our community.

VALUES:
Trustworthy –

We are dependable, honest, accountable, transparent, and reputable.

Loyalty –

We can be counted on as good stewards as we keep our word and promises.

Leadership/Service –

We work with donors and reach out to them and other organizations in our community to leverage our effort and investment.

Caring & Genuine –

We have passion, compassion, and respect for the community and its members. We are sincere as we approach our work with a positive attitude.

Futuristic –

We think ahead, take a proactive approach, and are open to the changing needs of our community.

Taking Initiative –

We use a planning process to set goals and accomplish our mission. We invest in projects that fulfill the vision for our community and move it forward.

Following Laws & Guidelines –

We comply with the legal guidelines set forth by the IRS and the Nebraska Community Foundation. Additionally, we maintain confidentiality as we meet/follow donor intent.

A $2,500,000.00 endowment fund will allow for annual grants of $119,250 to be used for community projects. Join us and be part of the Homegrown Challenge campaign that continues to make Shickley "A Big Little Town".