WACF Announces ’21 Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society Members

September 8, 2021 at 9:50 p.m.
WACF Announces ’21 Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society Members
WACF Announces ’21 Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society Members

By Staff Report-

SYRACUSE – The Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation (WACF) announced the latest Founders of the Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society.

Founders are recognized with this honor for significant contributions of $100,000 or more made over the course of their lifetimes. They receive a medallion and a plaque with their name added to the Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society wall at the WACF Levinson-LaBrosse Lakes and Wetland Education Center.

New Founders were recognized during a celebratory dinner on Aug. 27:

• Dick and Linda Tillman, posthumously

Dick and Linda Tillman were longtime residents of Lake Wawasee with a remarkable passion for sailing. They were both award-winning sailors with a love of water that led them to give back through their time and talents. They directly supported the WACF Memory Garden among many other watershed endeavors.

• Keith Busse

Keith Busse has been an ardent supporter of WACF for many years. A longtime resident of the South Shore of Lake Wawasee, Keith has distinguished himself in business and philanthropy.

• Donn and Linda Baird

Donn and Linda have been exceptional volunteers for WACF for many years. Donn is currently serving his fourth three-year term as treasurer on the Board of Directors and Linda has been quick to step up and support WACF efforts with her talents.

• Bill and Barbara Couch

Former Indiana University football star Bill Couch and his wife Babs have lived on Lake Wawasee since 1978. Bill is an Air Force veteran and a retired orthopedic surgeon who has also volunteered on the WACF Board of Directors.

• Randall L. Tobias

Ambassador Randall L. Tobias has been recognized for his leadership in business, education, philanthropy and government service. His distinguished career and commitment to others has left a positive legacy around the world.

“Welcome to our new Founders,” said Heather Harwood, executive director. “As an Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society member, you are now a key part of our organization’s distinguished story. Your leadership drives our mission of protecting and preserving our watershed for generations to come and we are grateful for your remarkable support.”

SYRACUSE – The Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation (WACF) announced the latest Founders of the Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society.

Founders are recognized with this honor for significant contributions of $100,000 or more made over the course of their lifetimes. They receive a medallion and a plaque with their name added to the Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society wall at the WACF Levinson-LaBrosse Lakes and Wetland Education Center.

New Founders were recognized during a celebratory dinner on Aug. 27:

• Dick and Linda Tillman, posthumously

Dick and Linda Tillman were longtime residents of Lake Wawasee with a remarkable passion for sailing. They were both award-winning sailors with a love of water that led them to give back through their time and talents. They directly supported the WACF Memory Garden among many other watershed endeavors.

• Keith Busse

Keith Busse has been an ardent supporter of WACF for many years. A longtime resident of the South Shore of Lake Wawasee, Keith has distinguished himself in business and philanthropy.

• Donn and Linda Baird

Donn and Linda have been exceptional volunteers for WACF for many years. Donn is currently serving his fourth three-year term as treasurer on the Board of Directors and Linda has been quick to step up and support WACF efforts with her talents.

• Bill and Barbara Couch

Former Indiana University football star Bill Couch and his wife Babs have lived on Lake Wawasee since 1978. Bill is an Air Force veteran and a retired orthopedic surgeon who has also volunteered on the WACF Board of Directors.

• Randall L. Tobias

Ambassador Randall L. Tobias has been recognized for his leadership in business, education, philanthropy and government service. His distinguished career and commitment to others has left a positive legacy around the world.

“Welcome to our new Founders,” said Heather Harwood, executive director. “As an Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society member, you are now a key part of our organization’s distinguished story. Your leadership drives our mission of protecting and preserving our watershed for generations to come and we are grateful for your remarkable support.”
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