we are thrilled to announce that the liz logelin foundation is now a 501(c) 3 non-profit corporation! the llf is the proud recipient of ein 26-3994826 and dln 17053110001049 (those may be my next tattoos). what all of this really means is that and we have been granted tax exempt status and that all donations made in 2009 are retroactively tax exempt (future donations are also tax exempt). thanks to everyone involved for all of their hard work and support. extra special thanks to our lawyer, kip p. , who worked his ass off the last 7+ months to get us here (and he did the work, pro bono…how awesome is that?)
just a reminder…
in less than one month, two very exciting events will be taking place. if you are in the twin cities, please join us for a stroll through the garden of awesome. the 5k run/walk will be september 19th at thomas beach-lake calhoun beginning at 10am. don’t live in the mn? you can organize your own walk! all of the information you need can be found here.
on september 20th we hope you can join us for the liz logelin foundation gala, a night to remember. the gala will be at the calhoun beach club and the festivities start at 6pm. there will be food, fun and both live and silent auctions! more information can be found here.
for those of you who can’t attend, there will be an online auction full of exciting items! gather your friends and have a great time while supporting a worthy cause (details to come).
thanks to all of the generous people who have donated items for the auctions. it’s not too late to donate an item or service. we will be auctioning everything from jewelry to graphic design services. no item is too small and they can be specific to a region or area. if you have an etsy shop, a timeshare or a special skill, then you have something to donate! donations are due by september 10th. please follow this link. for information on how to donate.
once again, thanks to everyone for their enthusiasm and support. we can accomplish great things when we work together!
i, along with maddy and the robot, look forward to seeing you in minneapolis in september.
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Congratulations! What terrific news!
So cool Matt!!! Congrats to the LLF. I can’t make it to the events in the MN, but hopefully can meet up with you guys again the next time I’m in LA and I will be bidding a ton in that online auction.
Congratulations!
Congratulations on receiving tax exempt status! I’m looking forward to the online auction as I can’t make it to any of the events.
This is great news! Congrats!
Woooohooooo this is great news Matt!!! It means that more money will go to those who need it.
Congratulations!!!
Great news…..having been involved in the non profit world, I know how long it takes to get that exempt status….take the lawyer out for at least one drink !
Congratulations! I’m sure this has been a long haul – very exciting!
Congrats on the tax exempt status! I’m sure that’s a small weight lifted from your shoulders.
If I can get my big old pregnant belly up there, I’d love to go.
Congratualtions! You’ve worked so hard for this and it must be exciting thats it all coming to fruition!!!! You’re awwesome! =)
that is wonderful news Matt!
good on ya-
and all the people who have so lovingly worked to make the foundation a reality.
Helping people in crisis is a beautiful way to honor a beautiful woman.
awesome news!!!!
Awesome!!
What a beautiful reward for all your hard work and the work of those on your board! Your foundation is truly honorable and now you have the government’s blessing, can’t wish for any more than that! and what timing, soooo cool that it is before the events, more bidding for sure!
congrats! that is awsome!
This is awesome news — congrats!
Great news and please don’t tell me you are taking Robot with you! Liz would be so fucking pissed.
Yesssss! Congratulations!
Matt, the fact that you have found the heart and energy to organize a foundation in your time of grieving is truly inspiring! You are an AMAZING father and a beautiful human being.
That is fantastic! I’m looking forward to the online auctions since I can’t come to MN.
Congrats! This is fantastic news!
Congrats! As soon as I get my student employment for the year back I’ll make a donation.
By the way – when is Madeline going to start tweeting again?
I am planning to walk in September in MN! Congrats on the tax exempt status!
Wonderful news!
Congratulations to the LLF!!
Congratulations!!! The way you have honoured liz will be such a beautiful gift for maddy one day. I hope that the gala night and stroll are wonderful successes!! I don’t know if this is answered somewhere but Can you donate/bid from Canada??
High five to you, Kip and the LLF!
I don’t live in MN anymore, but while you’re in the Cities, you should check out Celebration Church in Lakeville. God always shows up Big there.
Blessings, C~
Great news about the foundation!! Just a thought, but some of Maddy’s adorable outgrown dresses/tee’s/etc. might make a popular auction item…?
as always, love the pics of that sweet bunny girl!
awesome news, Matt, so cool.
and in other cool news, i was searching the children’s place website just now for my kiddos and found a TOTALLY BITCHIN’ robot belt. oh yes, you heard me, a robot belt! it’s actually in the “baby boy” section, but there’s a couple different sizes and it would look totally cute with some jeans and a T shirt. It’s black, white, and red–PERFECT!!!!
Hmmmm …. you say organise your own….. I grew up in a single parent family b/c of heart disease. Your cause should be international. It certainly would have made my mother’s life easier.
Congrats!
Still lovin your blog, all the time.
Maddy is getting so big, and she is beautiful.
wooo!!! such great news! what a wonderful accomplishment for you and llf. thinking of you and the Madster, as always.
This is awesome Congrats!
Congratulations!! No stopping you now!!! Good for you. You have taken an unbelievably horrific event and used it to help others. You are a good person, Matt….I don’t think there are too many people in your situation who could look beyond their own grief in order to help someone else….you are strong.
Best Wishes.
Peace
That is exciting news!!! Congratulations! It is such a great cause.
Congrats Matt! Getting 501(c)3 status is a HUGE pain in the ass, so seriously, great job to you and the whole LLF clan.
Great news!!!!
I am heading up to clean out my spare room– perfect opportunity to donate items
(I promise they are new and in a box 
bummer I can’t cross state lines that day
Wicked news! Does this apply for Canadians?
If you attorney is in Minneapolis, it might a great ‘thank you’ for his donated time to post he full name, if he is agreeable. I am an attorney in Minneapolis, and am always looking for good attorneys in other pratice areas to refer clients, friends and family to.
Congrats! I bet Liz is so very proud of you guys!
You have taken the concept “pay it forward” to a whole new level. I am honored to “know” you, Matt.
I am so pleased for you and proud of you Matt!! To keep your head clear enough – in the midst of your heartbreak – to realize that you had a bounty which needed to be shared is, in iteself, Amazing! And you did it with sincere grace. Thank you for the privilege of journeying along with you, friend. Liz lives through Maddy, the foundation in her honor, and your magical words. Congratulations to all of you and particularly your attorney. Way to go!
Excuse me, sir, but is that a robot in your suitcase?
(Sorry, really just couldn’t resist.)
Awesome news!!!
Matt,
Can you do a post about voting for the Liz Logelin Foundation or is that against the rules. I saw when I voted that it said to Email your friends.
Just wondering.
Yay! That’s so awesome!
I know how hard you all have been working to get that done, how nice of him to do it for free. Opening more doors for the LLF to do even more great stuff. I can’t wait to be a part of it. Amazing!
I wish we could be out there for those events! Even the robot gets to go this time…too funny.
We miss you guys! Hope we can get together before you take off! I can’t believe miss maddie is running all over the place. looks like she’s been doin it for years
xoxoxoxo,
Tricia and Bella
Hey Matt and Maddy,
I heard about your blog on Monday, and spent the week reading about the last 17 months of your life.
Your strength is inspiring. Keep doing what your doing because Maddy is amazing, as are you!
I’m mixed with so many emotions right now. I have never posted a response although I read your blog weekly. You are such an inspiration to many Matt- especially your beautiful daughter who will admire you and respect you for the legacy you are creating in honor of Liz.
I am waiting to go home now so I can put my arms around my husband and tell him how much I love him. You make me realize the petty disagreements are so not worth it. I can’t imagine the pain you have had to endure but just know that you are such an inspiration to so many people…
awesome!
Awesome news for an awesome cause!! Liz will live through all of the lives this foundation will touch for many years to come.
Totally exeellent!! I wish I was crafty or had cool connections to donate to the auction.. but do plan to bid.. I have been trying to put the LLF widget on my sidebar but it’s not cooperating.. could you possibly lend some guidance? I’ll be doing shout outs on my little blog (that’s not saying much .. but all 4 of my readers will be in the know!). ;o)
Hugs to you and Missy M.
Matthew- can you put a link up on your page for the bog to vote for the LLF? I was directing my sister to vote for it and the link you put up got buried some where.
Thanks
congratulations chachacha!
Your strength and spirit are amazing, how lucky your wife was to have married you (and you her). And what a blessed little girl you have. best, S
congrats on the tax exempt status. that’s HUGE! i am still following your blog, and i can’t believe how big madeline is getting. she is looking more and more like liz. lucky girl.
Matt is there a way I can e-mail you? I can’t see to find an e-mail address on your site. thanks!
When will the book be ready to purchase?
The LLF is now number ONE!!!!!