The Los Angeles Business Journal recognized GHJ’s Lizbeth Nevarez for her sustained pro bono leadership and impact across Los Angeles’ nonprofit community.
LOS ANGELES, CA – GHJ, a national advisory, tax and accounting firm, is proud to announce that Partner and Nonprofit Tax Practice Leader Lizbeth Nevarez has been named a finalist for Nonprofit Advocate of the Year by the Los Angeles Business Journal. The award highlights individuals that support nonprofit organizations across Los Angeles through volunteerism, board leadership and advocacy beyond what is expected of them.
Lizbeth was recognized for her extensive in-kind contributions to nonprofit organizations through board service, governance leadership and strategic consulting. Her work has strengthened financial oversight, operational effectiveness and long-term sustainability for organizations serving vulnerable communities throughout Los Angeles County.
“This recognition is incredibly meaningful because it honors the missions of the organizations I have the privilege to support,” said Lizbeth. “Nonprofits are doing essential work in our communities, and I see my role as helping to deliver financial clarity and counsel to expand that impact.”
ABOUT LIZBETH NEVAREZ, NONPROFIT ADVOCATE
Lizbeth serves on the board of Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County, an organization delivering free legal services to individuals and families. She also serves on the board of the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation, a nonprofit that advances early childhood education, senior services and community development programs across California.
In addition, Lizbeth currently acts as Secretary of GHJ Foundation, GHJ’s vehicle for purposeful and proactive giving to the community. In this role, she helps guide philanthropic strategy, volunteer initiatives and community partnerships that extend GHJ’s impact beyond financial contributions to include long-term, strategic support.
Lizbeth, as the leader of the Nonprofit Tax Practice, has demonstrated a deep passion for the nonprofits she and her team serve. She efficiently guides organizations through their financial, regulatory and tax challenges by simplifying these concepts to better enhance organizational resilience. Through her efforts, Lizbeth enables leaders to remain focused on mission delivery. She has been a part of GHJ since 2008.
“Lizbeth is a trusted advisor and resource to nonprofit organizations in our community,” said Donella Wilson, partner and Nonprofit Practice leader at GHJ. “Through technical expertise, strategic insight and genuine commitment, Lizbeth works with nonprofits to expand their impact and strengthen their mission.”
ABOUT THE NONPROFIT AND CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP AWARDS
The Los Angeles Business Journal’s Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards recognize individuals and organizations making meaningful contributions to the nonprofit sector and the broader Los Angeles community. Finalists are selected based on demonstrated leadership, community impact and commitment to advancing nonprofit missions.
About GHJ
GHJ is a national independent advisory, tax and accounting firm that partners with businesses and nonprofit organizations to deliver clarity and confidence. Since 1953, GHJ has combined deep industry expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit to help leaders achieve their strategic goals.
GHJ is headquartered in Los Angeles and serves clients nationwide, backed by its own dispersed workforce. With nearly 300 professionals and 26 partners, the Firm provides senior-level expertise with deep industry capabilities in food and beverage, media and advertising, entertainment and nonprofit.
GHJ is a top-ranking firm in the U.S. and member of HLB International. Through this global network, GHJ offers seamless access to resources in over 150 countries while remaining fiercely focused on client success.
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