KAWC Colorado River Public Media's First Statewide Pledge Drive

November 12-19, 2009 - GoalBusters supported the successful efforts of KAWC Colorado River Public Media's first statewide pledge drive. The new partnership with Tom Erickson's KJZA network of stations has allowed KAWC to deliver local Arizona public radio programming with a true community focused commitment for the listeners in Flagstaff, Kingman, Prescott, the Verde Valley and Williams providing expanded choice and program diversity. KAWC is one of the oldest continuously broadcasting public radio stations in Arizona, serving listeners for nearly 40 years. What a treat that one of the true pioneer stations now provides an alternative to public radio as usual. KAWC Colorado River Public Media, it's "Community Radio and a World of News."

<<KAWC General Manager Dave Riek, KJZA General Manager Tom Erickson
and AWC Vice President of Information Technology Services Paul Neuman
(Jim Anderson Photography, GoalBusters Consulting, 2009)

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2009 AFP Northern Arizona National Philanthropy Day

November 5, 2009 - The Association of Fundraising Professionals Northern Arizona Chapter

celebrates National Philanthropy Day at the Best Western Inn of Sedona, Sedona, Arizona. Thanks to Alice Ferris, CFRE, Vice Membership Chair AFP International Board and President AFPNAZ for chairing this event!
Kayt C. Peck, Flying Pigs Consulting

Outstanding Corporation
Blue Cross Blue Shield

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Northland Hospice 3rd Annual Celebrity Dinner (Sponsored by Vora Financial Group)

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Native Public Media 5th Anniversary Celebration

September 15, 2009 - GoalBusters helped Native Public Media create and host a one of a kind event at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) in Washington, DC. The event recognized the tremendous contributions of honorees who have helped NPM provide Native American Public Radio Stations across the country with access to and control of their fair share of the airwaves and broadband spectrum. Geoffrey Blackwell graciously served as our Master of Ceremonies. Valerie Fast Horse spoke regarding the challenges Native American Tribes face when trying to provide sovereign media to their people. NPM Executive Director Loris Taylor's wonderful team helped create a memorable and meaningful event with the help of Carol Pierson, President and CEO of the National Federation of Community Broadcasters and her team.

Honorees: Brad Bernthal, Geoffrey Blackwell, Michael Bracy, Terry Bracy, John Crigler, Erin Dozier, Ken Ferree, Steven Heeley, Christopher Huther, Sascha Meinrath, Richard Myers, Julie Penner, Bhavin Parekh and Megan Troy.
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<Ken Ferree, Former  CEO of the Corporation of Public Broadcasting and Former, Chief of the FCC's Media Bureau.

<Loris Taylor, Executive Director of Native Public Media

AFP Arizona State Conference 2009 (Internet Cafe and Pub Crawl Sponsored by GoalBusters Consulting, LLC)

AFP AZ State Conference - GoalBuster Pub Crawl! Jello-Shots!

August 5-7, 2009

AFPNAZ hosts the 2009 Arizona State Conference with the leadership of Alice Ferris, CFRE, Vice Chair of AFP Member Services. GoalBusters sponsors the social night "Pub Crawl!"

Conference Location: The High Country Conference Center

Featured Speakers:
Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
Bill Harrison, CFRE
Timothy Burcham, CFRE.

>>RADIO PROMOTION: Alice and Jim join The Eagle's "Sam in the Morning" on Eagle 103.7 FM in Flagstaff, Arizona to promote the Association of Fundraising Professionals' Arizona State Conference. Registration, Logistics, Social Media connectivity and an invitation to join the GoalBusters "Pub Crawl" complete with Twist 'n Shot Jello shots!

Stevenson, Inc. - International Webinar Presentation

July 22, 2009 - GoalBusters delivered our first International Webinar presentation "How to Create a Yearlong Fundraising Plan." More than 80 organizations from 38 states and 2 Canadian provinces subscribed to the Webinar. The primary groups attending were Education, Arts, Faith, Museum, Hospice and Social Services. Hosted by Stevenson, Inc. the session addressed how to start the planning process, what elements to include in your plan, and how to bring your plan to life.

A download of the complete presentation with support materials is available at Stevenson, Inc.

Northern Arizona University - Employee Appreciation Mixer

Photo: Pat Johnson

March 10, 2009 - Alice and Jim join NAU President John D. Haeger and M. J. McMahon, Executive Vice President and Vice President of Administration and

Finance to have some fun and present Peer Recognition Awards at the 2009 Classified Staff Advisory Council (CSAC) Employee Appreciation Mixer. Thanks to Pat Johnson for putting together a great event focused on "Sowing the Seeds of Success" at NAU!
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The Hopi Education Endowment Fund's 6th Annual Silent Auction

Yongosonga - HEEF's 6th Silent Auction

Photos/Video: Jim Anderson

March 7, 2009 - "Yongosona" is the Hopi Education Endowment Fund's priceless collection of Hopi Pottery. Vernon Kahe's creative concept led to this collaborative collection by world famous Hopi artists.This one of a kind collection is the featured artwork in the HEEF's 2009 Silent Auction.

ARTISTS: Fawn Garcia, Larson Goldtooth, Val Kahe, Vernon Kahe, Jacob Koopee, Jr., Garrett Maho, Rainy Naha, Delmar Polacca, Bernadette Poleahla

Thank you to Dr. Robert Breunig, Executive Director of the Museum of Northern Arizona, Bernadette Poleahla, Jacob Koopee Jr., and Rainy Naha for participating in this video.

For more information and to support Hopi education, contact:
Hopi Education Endowment Fund
Phone: 928-734-2275
Email: heef@hopieducationfund.org
www.hopieducationfund.org

KUYI Hopi Radio - Eight Years Making Music!

Photo: Macadio Namoki

December 20, 2008 - Congratulations to KUYI Hopi Radio on their 8th Birthday! The all-day open house featured live, in studio performances by Clark Tenakhongva, Randall Mahle, Jaye Begay, and Blair Quamahongnewa.

Also welcomed to the KUYI studios were long-time friends and veteran staff like our friend Burt Poley from Native Voice One.

GoalBusters Consulting was on hand to encourage listeners to join the Adopt-a-Watt and Community Day Sponsor programs.

To see photos of the event or to support Hopi Public Radio, visit www.KUYI.net

North Country HealthCare Celebrates Campaign Completion

Photo: Grace Naranjo

November 4, 2008 - North Country's Development and Marketing Director, Rick Swanson and CEO, Dr. Ann Roggenbuck, along with Alice Ferris and Jim Anderson of GoalBusters celebrate North Country's first ever capital campaign, raising $3 million for their flagship clinic on Fourth Street in Flagstaff, Arizona. Volunteer campaign chairs, Dr. John Caskey and Dr. Phil Garrod, led the campaign cabinet in this three year campaign, bolstered in 2008 with a $250,000 challenge grant from the Kresge Foundation. You can contribute to the John H. Caskey Endowment Fund by visiting North Country HealthCare's website.

KUYI Hopi Radio sponsors Michael Franti and Spearhead, with Casper and the Mighty 602 Band

September 27, 2008

GoalBusters' Jim Anderson and KUYI Hopi Public Radio's Davis Maho, and Macadio Namoki hosted guests and interviewed Michael Franti and Casper Lomayesva at Pine Mountain Amphitheater prior to their concert. Thanks to Casper Lomayesva, Michael Franti and Jill Brogan of Guerrrilla Management for their generous support and an awesome concert!

Northland Hospice 2nd Annual Celebrity Dinner

Made in Spain with Jose Andres

August 2008 - Now airing nationally on PBS stations, Made in Spain with Jose Andres.

The national pledge special features Alice co-hosting the breaks with Jose. Presented by KQED San Francisco and produced by ThinkFoodGroup and Full Plate Media.

Sample PBS program listing available here.

John H. Caskey, III - Tribute Dinner

April 23, 2008 - GoalBusters helped create and implement this event to establish the John H. Caskey Endowment. The event was hosted by North Country HealthCare and sponsored by McCoy Motors, Flagstaff Medical Center, and Benefit & Financial Strategies.

Speakers included:
Dr. Phil Garrod
Tony Norris
Dr. Henry Poore
Dr. Andrew Saal
Sue Billingsley
Terry Lacy
Jon Rondeau
Shelagh O'Connor
Dr. Charles "Chuck" Berry
Dr. Wayne Frerichs
Dr. Donn Johnso
Lanny Hunter
Richard McDonald
Dr. Bill Austin
George Yard.

The John H. Caskey Endowment reached it's $100,000 financial goal for the first year and began issuing payments to provided services to Flagstaff's community members who need financial support with their health care. John's legacy of medical care for people regardless of their ability to pay will continue.

Hosting The Blue Man Group Event for KAET Arizona PBS

January 10, 2008 - GoalBusters was asked to host 50+ supporters and guests of KAET Arizona PBS at a special Blue Man Group performance at Tim's Toyota Center in Prescott Valley. In return, we were given 20 tickets to distribute to our own guests. One guest later proclaimed "This was the greatest night of my adult life!" I bet all the glow sticks Jim tossed out to our guests helped fuel the fun

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The biggest moment for our friends was definitely the private "Meet and Greet" with the Blue Men themselves. Laura, Michele, Rick, Nancy, Sally and all our friends had a blast! Very messy, but very fun! As you can see, Alice has been affectionately tagged by one of the intense Blue Boys. It's a tattoo that advertises the event longs after the band's last drum beat has faded.












KUYI Hopi Radio Celebrates Seven Years

December 20, 2007 - Congratulations to KUYI Hopi Radio on their 7th
Birthday. GoalBusters was on hand to encourage listeners to join the new Adopt-a-Watt and Community Day Sponsor programs. It was the first "pledge drive pitch" for KUYI. We are now proud members of the Adopt-a-Watt program. We also served cake. To see photos of the event or to support Hopi Public Radio, visit www.KUYI.net







<^Photos: Monica Nuvamsa

2007 AFP Northern Arizona National Philanthropy Day

November 15, 2007 - The Association of Fundraising Professionals Northern Arizona Chapter celebrates National Philanthropy Day at the Best Western Inn of Sedona, Sedona, Arizona. Thanks to Kristi Edwards, CFRE, CSPG, for chairing this event!

- 2007 Award Recipients -

Outstanding Philanthropic Organization
Hopi Education Endowment Fund

Outstanding Corporation
First State Bank

Outstanding Foundation
Robert T. Wilson Foundation

Outstanding Volunteer
Mike Beatty & Debbie Stewart

Outstanding Philanthropist
Frances McAllister

Outstanding Fundraising Professional
Kristi B. Edwards, CFRE, CSPG

NOTE: The email in the video for photo requests is incorrect. The new email to submit photo requests is Jim.Anderson@GoalBusters.net

Eight/Arizona PBS hosts - "Finding the Rich Woman in You"

Northland Hospice 1st Annual Celebrity Dinner

September 2007 - Charlene Taylor, Heather Rogers and the team at Northland Hospice hosted their first Celebrity Dinner to benefit the Olivia White Hospice Home Endowment Fund. Jim Anderson of GoalBusters was your tuxedo clad Master of Ceremonies.

Thanks to our celebrity waiters:
Steve Peru, Coconino County
Melissa Collins Cripps, Melissa C. Cripps State Farm Insurance
Sara Aleman, Northern Arizona University
Frank Branham, Cottage Place Restaurant