This is the most challenging budget time in Kansas history.

-Governor Mark Parkinson     

  As a community mental health provider, our share of state budget cuts has now exceeded $1 million
with the Governor’s allotments. Plus, more of the people we serve are losing MediKan benefits.

We have worked very hard to control costs and find other revenue but now face a $785,000 deficit
at Bert Nash for 2010.

Please watch the Governor’s statement and consider responding with a gift to Bert Nash. We remain
committed to doing the best we can for the citizens of Douglas County within our resources. However,
the state has changed its commitment to Kansans in need and

we need your help.

ENDOWMENT TRUST FUND
The Bert Nash Center's Endowment Trust Fund supports crucial programs not fully financed by public funds and client fees. A volunteer citizen Board of Trustees oversees the fund. The Bert Nash Center was founded in 1950 in memory of Dr. Bert Nash, educator, psychologist, Lawrence community leader, and strong proponent of what we now term community based services for children and families. We’re pleased to honor Dr. Nash’s legacy by continuing to provide programs and services that are fundamental to the overall health of the Douglas County community. Your contribution will help continue the legacy and allow us to provide affordable, comprehensive and quality mental health services to children, adults and families. For more information about the Bert Nash Center's Endowment Trust Fund or fund raising activities, please contact the Community Development Director at (785) 843-9192.