During 2008-2009, the branch is not charging dues to cover branch operations — it is, instead, depending on donations from those who believe in this new model. During July-November, 2008, expenses were approximately $250 for 200 copies of the brochure and postage to distribute the brochure to prospects across the state. Again, these expenses were covered by donations.
Over the next couple of months, we will have discussions on whether or not we can continue in this mode and what other sources of revenue might be available to us. Dues (if any) for 2009-2010 will be approved at the March 27 annual meeting. In the meantime, if you wish to ensure that the branch gets started on a firm financial basis, please consider a donation to its operating fund.
You can donate online:
or send a check payable to “AAUW Tar Heel Branch” to
Nancy Shoemaker, Treasurer
7009 Jeffrey Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27603
Any amount is welcome — $5 covers the credit card processing fee for a new member and the postage and printing to send you a couple of updates through USMail. $50 will help build a fund to write to members-at-large about the branch with the hope that if they join the branch it will strengthen their connection to AAUW and strengthen the organization overall.
Small or large amount – it all will make a difference in our capacity to provide this new kind of network for AAUW members.
Thanks!
5 responses so far ↓
Nancy Shoemaker // January 16, 2009 at 4:45 pm
Of course, we don’t mean to discourage donations to AAUW NC and AAUW.
To find out how to donate to AAUW (online, by phone or mailing a check) see
http://aauw.org/contribute/index.cfm
For the AAUW NC summary of contribution opportunities, see
http://www.aauwnc.org/about/contribute/
Thanks for your support of AAUW at all levels!
Nancy Shoemaker // February 4, 2009 at 6:30 pm
Thanks to the following members who have contributed to the branch between July 1, 2008 and today:
Patsy Abell, Statesville
Judy Atkinson, Winston-Salem
Doris Bernlohr, Burlington
Birgit Pauli-Haack, Naples, FL
Mary Fran Schickedantz, Greensboro
Nancy Shoemaker, Raleigh
Queen Thompson, Charlotte
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