Lincoln Community Foundation (lcf.org) recently announced that Vice President of Development – Legacy Planning, Richard K. “Chip” DeBuse II, will retire at the end of 2025.
Since joining LCF in 2013, DeBuse has worked directly with donors and their advisors on all types of gift planning, including annual gifts to donor advised funds and legacy gifts through their estates. He has helped shape philanthropic strategies that support both immediate community needs and long-term impact.
“I have learned so much from Chip over the years,” said President Tracy Edgerton. “But the most essential lessons have been the intangibles: bringing kind competence to every workday, putting people first, and living his values of integrity and connection.”
In his role at the Foundation, DeBuse has contributed to 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. He graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Law and served as a trust officer for 25 years before joining LCF.
“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,” said DeBuse. “I have been proud to be part of this incredible growth as a member of the Foundation’s thoughtful, professional team.” For more information, visit lcf.org.