The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation

1. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Celebrating A New Way Today! Sapphire Social September 26, 2008 7pm-9pm

2. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation The Organization On March 4, 2008, The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation was founded in honor of Mrs. Rosa M. Douglas. It is a 501(c)3, tax-exempt nonprofit organization that focuses on her major issues of concern: education, women’s health, culinary arts/food service, and community awareness and leadership in the Carolinas. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation will award two scholarships to promote these initiatives. The Pink Rose Scholarship will be awarded to advanced majors in women’s health. The Sapphire Scholarship will go to those seeking careers in the culinary arts.

3. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Mrs. Rosa M. Douglas • Mrs. Rosa M. Douglas, 1948-2007, was a devoted wife, mother, friend, and community activist. • She had a great passion for the culinary arts and shared her health struggles to empower others.  • She lived her life helping others. • After her unexpected and sudden death, The RMDSF was founded to continue her legacy.

4. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation The Board Angela Y. Douglas, President Kim D. Anderson, Vice-President Raymond L. Douglas, Treasurer Clarissa D. White, Secretary Brenda J. Bradley Ray L. Douglas vacant

5. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Our Mission Our mission is to promote women’s health, nutrition and the culinary arts through community awareness campaigns, scholarship awards, and other outreach programs.

6. Women’s Health & The Culinary Arts A Closer Look at the Carolinas

7. Carolinas’ Female Population • SC females • 2.2 million • 51.3% • Aged 18 or older = 1.7 million • Median age = 38.2 • NC females • 4.5 million • 51.0% • Aged 18 or older = 3.4 million • Median age = 37.5

8. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Women’s Health • Major Causes of Death Among Carolina Females • Cardiovascular/Heart Disease • Cancers • Lower Respiratory Disease • Diabetes • Rate of Death per 100,000 Females (NC/SC) • Heart Disease – (191.3/192.2) • Cancers –(162.9/162.1) • Stroke – (66.5/70) • LRD (women age 45+) – (113.6/109.9) • Diabetes-related (88.2/78.4) • Chronic Conditions Among Carolina Females • Cardiovascular Disease • Diabetes • Cancers • Thyroid Disorders • Connective Tissue/Skeletal Disease • Mental Health • Infections • Reproductive Issues • Arthritis and Chronic Joint Pain • Major Health Risk Among Carolina Females • Blood Pressure • Obesity • Leisure Inactivity • Alcohol Abuse • Smoking • Nutrition

9. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Women’s Health • Physicians • Family/General Practice • NC: 4,980 ($171,340) • SC: 1,520 ($160,120) • Internists • NC: 1,130 ($190,950) • SC: 490 ($193,260) • Obstetrics/Gynecology • NC: 650 ($201,970) • SC: 490 ($168,170) • Other Health Professionals • Researchers • Specialists • Medical and Health Service Managers • NC: 6,760 ($82,720) • SC: 3,200 ($75,220) • Fitness Trainers and Aerobic Instructors • NC: 5,660 ($29,080) • SC: 2,980 ($29,880) Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wages, May 2007

10. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Women’s Health Education • Medical School Costs • Average tuition and fees for 2007-2008 academic year for first year students were: • $22,199 for in-state • $39,964 for out-of-state • $18,000 additional fees/expenses • Graduate School Costs • $10,000 -$40,000 per year Source: US News & World Report

11. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Culinary Arts • Chefs and Head Cooks • NC: 2,630 ($36,620) • SC: 1,820 ($34,760) • Food Service Managers • NC: 6,310 ($50,740) • SC: 2,700 ($44,540) • Dietitians and Nutritionists • NC: 1,490 ($46,230) • SC: 790 ($45,580) Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wages, May 2007

12. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Culinary Arts Education • Depending on where you choose to attend classes, you should expect your annual culinary school expenses to fall somewhere within these ranges: • Community college: $2,000 to $5,000 • Culinary institute: $7,000 to $36,000 • Public university: $3,000 to $18,000 • Private university: $14,000 to $45,000 • These expenses may not include other fees such as books, cooking supplies, travel, etc. Source: Cookingschools101.com

13. RMDSF & You The RMDSF needs you to GET INVOLVED!

14. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation How You Can Help • Donate (financial and in-kind donations) • Private Donations • Corporate Sponsorships • Current Calls* • Volunteer • Event Committee / Event Staff • Fundraising Committee • Attend • Come to our events • Participate in our efforts • Recommend • Tell others about us

15. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Upcoming Events Healthy Best of the Carolinas Tasting & Silent Auction Saturday, November 22, 2008 1pm – 5pm National Guard Armory (tentative) Armory Rd Chester SC

16. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Contact Us The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation PO Box 88 Chester SC 29706 Phone: (803) 377-3514 Email: info@rosamdouglas.org Web address: www.rosamdouglas.org www.rmdsf.org

17. The Rosa M. Douglas Scholarship Foundation Celebrating A New Way Today! The Website www.rosamdouglas.org (www.rmdsf.org)