ACTEC Foundation 2025 Annual Meeting Newsletter
President’s Message
Welcome to spring and the season of new beginnings and rejuvenation! I hope this season brings with it the rebirth of hope and joy, even as we keep in our hearts and minds those who could use some more light in their lives.
As we prepare for the Foundation Board of Directors meeting, we look forward to engaging in further discussions about our purpose and especially our mission. >>Click on a button below to read more.
In This Issue
- President’s Message
- Recent Foundation-Funded Programs and Initiatives
- Lloyd Leva Plaine Distinguished Lecture Series
- Mary Moers Wenig Student Writing Competition
- Dennis I. Belcher Young Leaders
- Thank you to Foundation Donors & In Memoriam Contributions
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