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Explore recent events, project updates, and upcoming initiatives to engage donors effectively. Learn about strategic planning, fundraising efforts, and key insights for successful donor relationships. Stay informed and involved in our impactful programs.
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Agenda • Donor Relations Program • Council Input into Our Thoughts & Ideas • What happened since we last met? • Upcoming Events • AOB
Donor Relations Program • To facilitate cutting down on number of low-margin-volunteer-intensive events • Target donors for project-specific contributions • Need to keep donors updated about Projects with personal follow-up, in order to stimulate their interest
Chapter Events by Raised Funds in 1H2004 • Nayikas Dance Performance: Loss of $1,600 • Intense comedy night/Booths: < $200 • Organizational Lessons Learned: • Having at least one corporate sponsor for a concert • Staying away from performers with high costs associated • More time in planning, publicity, execution of events
Project Update • New projects reviewed: • Project in Ladakh, Kashmir (Dec-Jan) • Project in Shantiniketan, West Bengal (Dec-Jan) • Rahul Multidisciplinary Resource Center (working with slums in Delhi) • Initiated Support-A-Child (SAC) program for Sarada Kalyan Bhandar (SKB). • Site Visits: • SKB - July 2004 • Other Events: • Talk by Balaji and Kalpana Sampath from Tamil Nadu Science Forum (TNSF)
Upcoming Chapter Events during 2H2004 • Asha 5k run/walk – Aug 21st • Charity Ball – November • Asha Full/Half Marathons • Marine Corps Marathon in Washington DC (Oct 31st - 10 Runners) • NYC Marathon ( Nov 7th - 5 runners) • Long Beach Marathon (2 runners) • Chicago Marathon (1 Runner) • Brussels Marathon (1 Runner) • Half Marathon (6 Runners)