"Nashville's nonprofit community has lost a true friend and vigorous advocate with the passing of Nelson Andrews. He used his talents, his intelligence and his passion to cultivate strong nonprofits and a strong community. His good humor and wit were legendary and he generously shared what he knew with hundreds of prospective leaders. He challenged all of us, regardless of age, experience or income, to make the community stronger. Nelson Andrews' contributions to Nashville's civic life are priceless, but his most enduring legacy is his children, who share his passion for making our community great."