The Power of the Purse
Power of the Purse Mission Statement
The Power of the Purse educates, inspires and increases the number of women
committed to philanthropy in order to strengthen our community by providing
funds and assistance to women and girls.
Goals
- Make a difference among women in the community by promoting volunteerism
and effective philanthropy through our pooled resources.
- Encourage community among ourselves and those we serve
- Educate and increase awareness of local needs
- Encourage self-sufficiency and well-being among those in need
- Build a network that is a catalyst for positive change
Grants
Each year the Grants Committee will selct a field-of-interest focus area:
Arts & Culture, Education, Economic/Employment Development, Environment,
Health and Human Services. Click here for more information about the 3
organizations being considered for our first grant award.
Membership Rights and Responsibilities
All members will be invited to the Annual Dinner and any fundraising and/or
networking event. Member may serve on any of the committees or subcommittees:
Education, Grants, Recuruting/Membership, and Marketing Fundraising.
They are expected to fulfill any pledges made to the fund and to further
the mission of the Power of the Purse by encouraging others to participate.
 2007 Power of the Purse Newsletters
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