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Interactive kiosk and digital signage honors foundation's donors

October 5, 2004

LINCOLN, NE - As part of its newly renovated facility, the Lincoln Community Foundation introduced an interactive donor wall to pay tribute to the numerous men and women who have contributed to the Foundation's operating endowment over its 49-year history. The interactive system is comprised of a large-format 50" plasma screen that is controlled by a 17" interactive touch screen.

The system enables visitors, family members and guests to browse through multimedia profiles of the individuals and families that have generously given to the Foundation's operating endowment. Unlike traditional signage that is difficult to change or add content, the system offers a flexible platform to modify, enhance or add to the message and memories displayed.

The system, designed and developed by local software company Nanonation, offers an exciting way for the Lincoln Community Foundation to communicate its mission and benefits to the community, while thanking those who have given so generously to the Foundation. One of the most popular parts of the system is "Benefactor Biographies" which lists all Benefactors. Upon selecting a Benefactor, users can browse the biography, quotes, family relations and employment of each individual on the touch screen while viewing a large-format photo of the Benefactor displayed on the 50" plasma screen. When not in use, the plasma screen displays pictures and quotations from some of the Benefactors of the Foundation.

The recent unveiling of the interactive system received rave reviews. Visitors enjoyed the interactive capabilities and the visual impact the system provides. Bradley Walker, CEO of Nanonation, said of the project, "We wanted to provide the Foundation with a system that offers an engaging way to thank those who give to the community and to visually showcase the benefits and history that the Foundation has provided." Chandler Tyrrell II, Vice President, Lincoln Community Foundation said, "This is our way of saying thank you to the community and donors who make everything possible."