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03/02/2016 03:26 PM

BCF's New Mobeck Award will Give $500 to Branford Not-for-Profit


Robert Mobeck, left, is congratulated by Branford Community Foundation founding member David Etzel. BCF has honored Mobeck with the creation of the 2016 BCF Robert J. Mobeck Award for Excellence in Community Service.Photo Courtesy BCF

To honor Robert Mobeck's more than 30 years of financial expertise nuturing funds entrusted to non-profit Branford Community Foundation (BCF), a Branford not-for-profit group will have the opportunity to receive a $500 contribution through the 2016 BCF Robert J. Mobeck Award for Excellence in Community Service.

The creation of the award was announced by BCF today. See the following press release for details:

PRESS RELEASE, March 2, 2016: Branford Community Foundation Honors Robert Mobeck

On Thursday, February 25, the Branford Community Foundation (BCF) honored Robert J. Mobeck for his outstanding commitment to the organization with the creation of the 2016 Branford Community Foundation Robert J. Mobeck Award for Excellence in Community Service.

Through his firm, Olson Mobeck Investment Advisors, Bob has provided disciplined financial management strategies and advice to the BCF for more than 30 years. During that time, and through a variety of global economic markets, he has helped the organization achieve long-term asset preservation and growth while delivering consistent and conservative investment guidance and returns.

Furthermore, Bob supports and understands the importance of recognizing community programs and services focused on improving quality of life issues for all Branford residents. He is forthright in his dedication to helping BCF connect people who care with causes that matter.

The Branford Community Foundation 2016 Robert J. Mobeck Award for Excellence in Community service will honor a not-for-profit organization that serves the Branford community with a total $500 contribution. The recipient will be determined by Mr. Mobeck and the BCF Board of Directors based on excellence in community service.

For more information about the Branford Community Foundation, visit our website at www.branfordcommunityfoundation.org, or contact Executive Director Liza Janssen Petra at lpetra@branfordcommunityfoundation.org.

​(Pictured: Robert Mobeck, left, and BCF Founding Member David Etzel)​