👏👏👏 A big round of applause is in store for all of you rural champions. Here are the top 3 reasons we're clapping in this particular moment: 1) Our Board members are pretty special. They offered to match the first $10,000 of donations received from returning donors this month! 2) Our supporters are pretty special too. Many of you have stepped up and helped us SURPASS our goal with time to spare. 3) Didn't know about this match opportunity or didn't get your gift in yet? You're in luck! Longtime supporter Claryce Evans has swooped in and offered to keep matching your donations. Make a gift at cfra.org/give by June 3rd to take advantage of this special giving event. Thanks for helping us make some noise for Rural America! 👏👏👏 (fb)

Sikowis Nobiss (Nêhiyaw/Saulteaux) is taking a stand against environmental and social harms, as the founder and executive director of Great Plains Action Society, an organization doing work in Iowa and eastern Nebraska. Sikowis’ efforts and passion for her work are why she is a recipient of the 2024 Environmental Leader Award. The award honors accomplished leaders in the field of environmental stewardship and recognizes individuals with a proven track record and promise of future advancement in the field, prioritizing individuals who work in rural communities. Meet Sikowis in our blog. (fb)