Boost Nevada is a nonprofit initiative dedicated to fostering growth among small nonprofits in our community. As a collective of donors under the Henderson Community Foundation, we work together to solve critical issues in Nevada. Discover more about our mission and the collaborative spirit that powers our work.
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Bart Patterson
Founder
Now a Principal at Summit Consulting, Bart Patterson brings a legacy of leadership in education and nonprofit sectors. Transitioning from a 15-year legal career to higher education in Nevada, Bart served as General Counsel, Vice Chancellor, and then as the longest-tenured president of Nevada State College (now Nevada State University). During his presidency, he fostered significant growth and diversity at the college. With a deep commitment to the community, Bart has held roles in various business and nonprofit organizations and is the founder of Boost Nevada, a program designed to support the growth of small nonprofits in Nevada.