The start of a new year traditionally provides an opportunity to survey the accomplishments of the previous year and make plans for the coming year. When we survey 2022, we realize we have much to be grateful for:
- A steady increase in membership with 108 members at year-end;
- New easy, quick, and safe online donation capabilities through the Global Giving platform;
- A very successful, first-time Giving Tuesday online fundraising campaign that raised $1,300+ to support our philanthropy;
- An increase in the number of Global Giving donors who have committed to monthly recurring donations, which helps us predict the availability of funds;
- And renewed opportunities for in-person socializing via mixers, day-away trips, Thursday morning coffee, and various classes.
- As we look forward to 2023, the Sustainability Committee is making plans to continue the progress:
- We are in the process of developing the 2023 annual operating budget with greater precision and confidence based on the actual experience of 2022.
- Based on the Global Giving income for the two new projects (Feeding Hungry Families and Brighten the Lives of Children), we now have the ability to set up a reserve for unexpected contingencies that might occur. This is similar to what the Education Program has been doing for the past number of years.
- With more predictable funding on a regular basis, we are able to enhance/expand our activities with our local alliance partners.
- We have convened a committee to review and revise the by-laws as needed to keep them in synch with current requirements.
- We will continue to explore ways to recruit and retain members and to identify and support the needs and interests of the membership.
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