Dear :
 The Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis (WFGM) leaps into 2012 with enthusiasm, ready to work and tackle challenges head on. We are excited to announce that with the new year, we have a new location. As of February 1, you will find the Women's Foundation office in One Commerce Square, 40 S. Main Street, Suite 2380. This relocation signals a season of growth and expanded possibilities that position us to continue as a leader of social change in our community.
Women's leadership, a pillar of WFGM's mission, is demonstrated by our Legends Award Honorees and 2012 Annual Tribute Luncheon and Symposium Leadership Roundtable. We reaffirm our commitment to poverty reduction by remaining focused on strengthening Memphis and helping to shape it into a first-tier city. Thank you for your partnership and your loyal support, which drive our success and enable us to impact 15,875 women and children each year. To provide more information about WFGM's impact and offer inspiration from the powerful voices of all walks of life represented by WFGM, we are pleased to share our 2011 annual report.
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LEADERSHIP
Nominations for our 2012 Legends Award are now being accepted.
WFGM created the Legends Award to elevate women's leadership by honoring women whose work embodies the mission of the Foundation. We invite you to nominate a woman whose service and accomplishments have made an impact on the Memphis community. |
2012 Leadership Roundtable The Annual Tribute Luncheon and Symposium assembles over 1,600 attendees engaged by keynote speakers in an atmosphere of passion, exhilaration and power as we celebrate "A Legacy of Philanthropy" to Memphis and Shelby County. The Leadership Roundtable Co-Chairs lead these events by bringing strategic leadership to their committees who galvanize volunteers and WFGM staff to successfully hold several events during the Annual Tribute Luncheon and Symposium in April. 
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 Thank you to our friends who are consistently using their Kroger gift cards to purchase groceries, gas and pharmacy items. In the two months since we launched theWFGM Kroger Gift Card Give Back Program program, your purchase power has granted over $1,000 to WFGM. This continuous circle of giving helps to support 31 programs serving 15,875 women and children in the Memphis community.
According to Lori B., "Using the Kroger card is an easy way to support the Women's Foundation. There's really no extra effort and I am glad to give back to an organization that gives so much."
Kate L., says "Supporting the Women's Foundation through the Kroger card is a no-brainer. I just keep money on the gift card and use that for the groceries each month. I love being able to contribute in a consistent and easy way to an organization that does so much for Memphis."
Adds Suzanne A., "I love, love, love using my WFGM Kroger Gift Card. Every time I spend a dollar, it makes me feel good that WFGM gets some of that money."
It is the collective power of all of us using the WFGM Kroger Gift Card that makes it worthwhile. Please consider your decision when making purchases at Kroger. Instead of paying by cash or credit card, load the dollars onto your WFGM Kroger gift card and use it for purchases.
We salute the WFGM Kroger Gift Card Give Back Program participants ... |
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GRANTEE AND COMMUNITY PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
Meritan, Inc.
Meritan provides programs for people of all ages, with a focus on services for seniors and those with disabilities. Meritan's Senior Community Service Employment Program helps reduce financial hardships for senior citizens by providing opportunities to earn minimum wage while building credit towards Social Security. The organization gives back to the community in a way that is beneficial to all involved by offering subsidized placements through non-profit agencies. The Women's Foundation has funded the Senior Employment Program since 2008, helping seniors like Katherine McDaniel find meaningful work after retirement.
Katherine shares her success story, "After being forced into retirement by corporate America, and struggling as an entrepreneur, my goal in life was to become a career volunteer. Needless to say, this career choice, while satisfying, did not offer any monetary benefits. I watched as my resources melted away. What a happy day when a friend recommended Meritan. My placement with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) allowed me to refresh my administrative skills while learning new skills in areas where I had no experience."
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Girl Scout Cookie Sale is Underway 
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ADVOCACY IN ACTION
Earned Income Tax Credit Alliance of the Mid-South (EITCA)
United Way works with organizations and volunteers across the Mid-South to provide free tax preparation through EITCA. Learn more...
LINC 211 Community Information Database
Need help from a nonprofit? Your best "first step" is to call 2-1-1, the region's information and referral system for nonprofit services. Learn more... |
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SAVE THE DATES
2012 Legends Award Reception
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Peabody Hotel Memphis
149 Union Ave.
Now accepting
2012 Legends Award Nominations
Download the nomination form.
2012 Annual Tribute Luncheon
and Symposium
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Memphis Cook Convention Center
255 N. Main
Power of the Purse™ Auction
10:00 a.m.
Annual Tribute Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Youth Leadership Forum
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
On Cable Tonight
with the Women's Foundation
for a Greater Memphis
Cable TV 17
Tuesday, January 24
6:30 p.m.
Special Guest -
CaSondra Amos,
Program Director, Meritan, Inc.
Women's Foundation Phonathon
Wednesday, February 15
5:30 p.m - 8:00 p.m.
Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women
We need phonathon volunteers.
Contact Tracy Burgess at
tracyburgess@wfgm.org or
901.578.9346 to volunteer.
Food and beverages will be provided.
A Framework for Understanding Poverty
with Dr. Ruby K. Payne March 22, 2012 |
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Ongoing volunteer opportunities:
Help with unpacking and organizing
our new office
Administrative and Clerical
Social Media and Public Relations
support
We are recruiting volunteers
for the
2012 Annual Tribute Luncheon
and Symposium.
We need YOU to make it happen!
Volunteer opportunities are
available now.
For more information, contact
Jacqueline Oselen at
jackieoselen@wfgm.org
or 901.578.9346
or download and complete the
Volunteers Needed Form
and return it via e-mail. |
Share a Story of Women's Achievements!
If you have a story about a phenomenal woman who is impacting the community, transforming women's lives and the face of poverty and supporting the work of the Women's Foundation, we want to hear from you! Please make suggestions or submit information regarding potential
e-news stories to jackieoselen@wfgm.org or call 901.578.9346 x212. |
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