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The McKellar Group would like to welcome our newest client:
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| Conference Speaking Engagement
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McKellar Group Inc. Principal Annie Presley will present an educational program titled " Charm School" at the Philanthropy Midwest Conferenceon November 10, 2008 in Kansas City, MO. Charm School is a two-hour workshop designed to help nonprofits develop, promote, and encourage relationships with
influential public leaders at all levels of government. Need a fun speaker for your next gathering? Contact Annie Presley. |
| St. Mark Child and Family Development Center Update
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Recently, Annie Presley presented these St. Mark preschoolers with a selection of books collected at her annual Kappa Lunch. Thanks to all of you who donated so generously to this cause.
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Michael Woodard
As part of The McKellar Group's membership in the Kansas City Business Committee for
the Arts, we are honored to display the work of local artist Michael Woodard.
Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 5:30 pm for cocktails and to meet Michael and see his gorgeous work.
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 Meet: Curt Crespino
Interim Vice Chancellor for University Advancement, University of Missouri-Kansas City
  It is a pleasure and a privilege to work with, and for, Curt Crespino.
Throughout his 18 years with the University of
Missouri-Kansas City, Curt has served the Advancement Division in a
variety of roles. In each of his positions,
from Director of Alumni and Development for the School of Pharmacy to Interim
Vice Chancellor for University Advancement, he has provided strategic
perspective and cultivated key relationships with alumni and friends that have
enriched UMKC.
He currently serves on the CASE Commission on Alumni
Relations and Curt also brings an international reputation to our "friend
raising" and fundraising activities through his leadership within the Council
for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). This organization brings together more than
22,000 advancement professionals from over 3,200 colleges, universities and
schools in 54 countries.
Mr. Crespino is an
active CASE volunteer both at the district and national levels. He currently serves as CASE District VI
Trustee, co-chair of the Alumni Relations Commission, and a member of the
International Board which sets standards for the fields of alumni relations, development and communications. Curt has
additionally served as a former chair, board member and conference leader in
CASE District VI. He previously held
similar  positions for the Metropolitan State College of Denver and Pittsburgh
State University.
This fall, Curt will be back on the Pittsburg State campus where he and three others will be awarded the Dr. Kenneth K. Bateman Outstanding Alumni Award. Congratulations Curt!
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FaceSpace: John "Buck" O'Neil
1911-2006
This July, I had the thrill and honor to attend the induction ceremony at The National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY. That day, as The Hall established the Buck O'Neil Lifetime Achievement Award, all of us could feel Buck's encouraging presence. As member of the Veterans Committee at The National Baseball Hall of Fame, Buck made sure many of
his fellow Negro Leaguers are enshrined there. Now, his smiling statue will
be showcased there forever, at the front ticket entrance. His relaxed
stance, Monarchs hat and warm smile are a comforting reminder of this
ambassador to Kansas City and to all of baseball.  "It's a day we've been looking forward to for a long time," said
Jeff Idelson, the Hall's president. "It's a recognition he's certainly
deserving of. The award is as high an honor as we can give. The fact
that it'll be presented no more often than every three years speaks not
only to the selectiveness but to how we felt about Buck." Buck co-founded the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in 1990 and served with a contagious passion and enthusiasm. His example has been an inspiration to millions. As pleased as I was to be there for the unveiling of Buck's award at the Hall of Fame, I am equally honored to have called Buck my friend. Has someone inspired your life's work as Buck has mine? I'd love to hear from you!
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Featured Service: Feasibility Study
 The success of your organization depends on the quality of the decisions you make. When your non-profit is at a crossroads considering expanded services, a capital campaign, or a new plan of action, a well-crafted and crisply executed feasibility study can help you make better informed decisions.
The McKellar Group can objectively examine internal and external factors to ascertain the likelihood of a project's success. Our analysis will evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the project through the eyes of your donors, supporters and friends, gaining valuable insider information. The final report will help your board and staff choose among the various suggestions highlighted by those who care about your organization the most.
If your organization could use some objective insight, tell us about it. We'll help you succeed!
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