Lincoln Community Foundation (LCF) (LCF.org) announced that Vice President for Finance and Administration, Scott Lawson, will retire as of April 30. Since 2010, Lawson has overseen LCF’s financial system, including financial management, investment monitoring, human resources and information systems.
“We were fortunate to have Scott at the financial helm during a period of extraordinary growth for the Foundation,” said President Tracy Edgerton. “His leadership and integrity have built essential trust for this organization in our community, and this trust helps us extend our network for good both now and into the future.”
When Lawson joined LCF in 2010, the organization recorded $797,000 in gift revenue and $64 million in assets. In 2024, LCF received gift revenue of $44 million and now has assets totaling $250 million. During the past 15 years, the organization has granted more than $175 million to local nonprofits and has raised more than $66 million through Give to Lincoln Day.
“I am immensely proud of what has been accomplished for our community during my tenure,” said Lawson. “It is an honor and privilege to be a part of this organization.”
Scott Lawson has been involved in the accounting profession since 1979, when he started as a certified public accountant with Deloitte & Touche. He also served as the Controller for Life Operations at Lincoln Benefit Life Company.
Through partnerships and collaboration, Lincoln Community Foundation facilitates positive change for the common good. Since 1955, the Foundation has been privileged to be part of many wonderful legacies by connecting donor generosity to local needs. The Foundation has distributed more than $255 million in grants to nonprofit organizations that improve the lives of Lincoln’s residents. Lincoln Community Foundation is accredited by the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations®. Learn more at LCF.org.