Buffalo County Community Partners, Courtesy
KEARNEY — Sare Frias, Facilitator at Community Connections, was honored by the Buffalo County Community Partners Board of Directors with the Above and Beyond Volunteer Award.
Community Connections meets monthly to discuss a noteworthy number of community resources for people of all ages, facilitated by Community Action Partnership. A great place to ask questions about existing resources in your community.
This award is presented to Sara Frias for her extraordinary commitment and leadership of Community Connections. Sara embodies this award through her humble ways of serving others and placing value on the need to share resources to connect people and programs. We recognize Sara because her quiet leadership happens without the need for recognition. She makes a difference in the lives of people in central Nebraska. This work is above and beyond her daily work; she makes it a priority because she has vision and the passion to ensure we have a strong backbone to our communities’ work.
“Sara is the person who sees a problem and immediately starts building a bridge, connecting people, information, and resources to those who need them most. Whether it’s housing, food insecurity, or supporting families through their most difficult moments, she shows up with both expertise and heart.
Kearney is more informed, more connected, and more cared for because of her. She truly deserves this recognition, and I’m so proud to celebrate her!” shared Penny Warford, Nebraska Total Care
In recent years, Sara Frias has been a Past President, Vice President, Secretary & Board Member for The Arc of Buffalo County, as well as a Council Member, Bright Futures Advisory Board – Kearney Public Schools and is currently a Board Member/Secretary in, Kearney Community Sustainable Housing, and an Advisory Committee Member with Goodwill.
“A true champion for the community, Sara is comfortable working behind the scenes to humbly bring heart, expertise, and unwavering dedication to everything she does. Her passion for housing advocacy and her commitment to connecting with people and uplifting others—especially the underdog—make her so deserving of this award. Sara doesn’t just do the work; she goes above and beyond to ensure everyone is seen, heard, and supported,” –Nikki Gausman, with The S.A.F.E. Center
The board honors individuals who make contributions within their communities through innovation, investment, and identifying issues that connect people to resources. Winners are recognized for giving humbly, with a passion for others, and often bring lived experiences that guide their decision-making in the community.
Buffalo County Community Partners is a nonprofit organization that identifies concerns impacting the well-being of area residents, addresses these concerns by collecting and evaluating data, and facilitates conversations among experts and affected parties.
They are uniquely positioned to do this work because they invest time in building connections and increasing access to the necessary resources and experiences that lead to effective solutions. Find more at www.bcchp.org or contact us at (308) 865-2284 or info@bcchp.org.
