Reach for the Stars: The 2014 Fundraising Professionals of the Year Awards Winners

Buchs has many other financial accomplishments, but she also is being honored for her strong commitment, positive attitude and gracious spirit.

"The contributions Lisa has made to Calvary Women's Services in the last year and a half are incredible," Laing says. "From raising funds to close the gap on a capital campaign to creating activities to strengthen the staff team, she has demonstrated tireless passion, extraordinary commitment and exemplary professionalism. She embodies the best of nonprofit professionals, and she has a magnificent career ahead of her."