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Increasing collective impact: engaging others in the Soroptimist mission Fundraising Sr. Director fundraising nancy montvydas fundraising council member sam buchenau sia president-elect raquel arreola ruiz. Soroptimist International of the Americas. Fundraising.
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Increasing collective impact: engaging others in the Soroptimist mission Fundraising Sr. Director fundraising nancymontvydas fundraising council member sambuchenau sia president-elect raquelarreolaruiz Soroptimist International of the Americas
Fundraising Governors Round Table Soroptimist International of the Americas
CULTURE OF PHILANTHROPY A commitment from leaders to mission-centered philanthropy that enables women and girls to take control of their lives and live their dreams. Soroptimist International of the Americas
Federation Programs Women’s Opportunity Awards Violet Richardson Awards Soroptimist Club Grants for Women and Girls Trafficking Project Matching Domestic Violence Disaster Grants Soroptimist International of the Americas
Women’s Opportunity Awards Outcomes 2007-2008Women’s Opportunity Awards recipients reported: 97% increase in self-esteem 88% are a role model for their dependents 80% improved their standard of living 69% earned a degree/certification 54% secured higher paying employment Soroptimist International of the Americas
Violet RichardsonAward Outcomes 2010-2011 Violet Richardson Award recipients reported: All are still volunteering 86% said that the award increased their self confidence 43% of their volunteer project are focused on women and girls Soroptimist International of the Americas
Soroptimist Club Grants for Women and Girls Outcomes 2010-2011Grants: • 32 clubs/6 countries/$177,000 • 5,124 women and girls • Were given tools to help them live free from violence • Gained access to education and healthcare • Given opportunities for advancement Soroptimist International of the Americas
Annual Report 2011-2013 Soroptimist International of the Americas
Soroptimist is a membership organization that carries out its mission through programs delivered by a volunteer network. Contributions Dues Programs Members Soroptimist International of the Americas
Program Cost vs Contributions Revenue Soroptimist International of the Americas
Allocation of Expenses 2013 Expenses: $4,722,702 2013 Program Expenses: $2,026,147 Soroptimist International of the Americas
Contributions and Fundraising Costs Soroptimist International of the Americas
Program Cost vs Contributions Revenue Soroptimist International of the Americas
Increased Collective Impact Improve the lives of women and girls Measure sustainable improvement Increase socio-economic status of Women’s Opportunity Award recipients Advance SIA’s reputation as a global women’s organization Attract more resources, increase impact Together we’ll work to: Fundraising Soroptimist International of the Americas
Where to Begin Champion our Women’s Opportunity Awards Tell how we are improving the lives of women & girls Make giving to SIA’s programs a priority Soroptimist International of the Americas
President’s Challenge 100% of all clubs giving 10% of the funds they raise locally Soroptimist International of the Americas
Reallocating Club Funds for President’s Challenge Club funds raised = $5,000 Soroptimist International of the Americas
Fundraising Fundraising Soroptimist International of the Americas
President’s Challenge 100% of all clubs giving 10% of the funds they raise locally Soroptimist International of the Americas
Collective Impact: Governor’s Role Region Fundraising Chairs Fundraising Governors Round Table Soroptimist International of the Americas
Governor’s Role Help club and members understand how their contributions are used Promote Soroptimist as the charity of choice of clubs and members: • Club Giving/President’s Challenge • Founders Pennies • Laurel Society • Monthly Giving • Laurel Legacy Soroptimist International of the Americas
Governor’s Role • Ask clubs to budget 10% for Club Giving • Empower your region fundraising chair to take the lead on fundraising in the region. Soroptimist International of the Americas
Region Fundraising ChairResponsibilities • Help keep you informed of fundraising activities and progress toward meeting goals • Focus on raising funds to support our collective impact goal Fundraising Soroptimist International of the Americas
Region Fundraising ChairDuties Seek to understand the motivation behind donation Deliver the message on how donations are used by SIA Encourage clubs and member to include SIA as their charity of choice Help SIA recognize and acknowledge clubs and members for their gifts Soroptimist International of the Americas
Reporting Club Giving to Increase Collective Impact • Financial Transaction form CLUB/REGION CONTRIBUTIONS SIA: Club Giving $USD_______________ This gift represents 10% of our local fundraising dollars. We are committed to supporting SIA’s programs that change the lives of women and girls worldwide. • Club Award form Fundraising: Donated to SIA through Club Giving to support SIA programs. Our Club Giving represents 10% of our local fundraising dollars because we are committed to supporting SIA’s programs that change the lives of women and girls worldwide. Soroptimist International of the Americas
Fundraising Resources Available from Headquarters Fundraising Governors Round Table Soroptimist International of the Americas
www.Soroptimist.org Soroptimist International of the Americas
Governors Web Page Visit Region Chair Central Soroptimist International of the Americas
Fundraising Council & Staff Fundraising Council Headquarters Development Department Staff • Sam Buchenau, Chair • Theresia Carrington • Sue Riney • Akemi Shimada • Suzanne Sullivan • Nancy Montvydas, CFRE, Senior Director of Development • Theresa Malandra, Fundraising Coordinator • Luz Aponte, Development Assistant Soroptimist International of the Americas
Fundraising “Fundraising isn’t about raising money. It’s about inspiring people to believe that they can make a difference.” Ken Burnett, The Zen of Fundraising Soroptimist International of the Americas