Philanthropy Initiative to honor Shehee, Horseshoe 05/01/03

Virginia Shehee, head of Kilpatrick Life Insurance Company, and Horseshoe Casino will be honored at the “Transforming Communities Through Philanthropy” luncheon Tuesday (May 7) at the Petroleum Club of Shreveport.

The luncheon is hosted by the LSUS Institute for Human Services and Public Policy, the Louisiana Association of Nonprofit Organizations, Service Connection and the Community Foundation of Shreveport-Bossier. The four organizations are part of the Louisiana Philanthropy Initiative, a statewide collaborative of nonprofits, foundations and corporations working to sustain Louisiana’s nonprofit sector by promoting philanthropy and increasing grant-making assets.

Shehee will be honored for a lifetime commitment to philanthropy, and Horseshoe Casino will be honored for corporate philanthropy.

Kay Sprinkel Grace, author of “High Impact Philanthropy” and “Beyond Fundraising,” will be the featured speaker for the luncheon. In addition to being an author, Grace is a consultant, trainer and national philanthropic leader. She brings a breadth of experience, knowledge and insight to the luncheon. Recognized both nationally and internationally, her inspiring new vision of philanthropy challenges and motivates everyone in the philanthropy process – nonprofit and foundation staff, donors, board members and community leaders alike.

The cost of the luncheon is $30 per person or $300 for a table. To make reservations, contact the Louisiana Association of Nonprofit Organizations at 225-343-5266 or missy@lano.org.