2020-2021 Committee Options
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The success of the United Way Board of Directors is directly connected to the work of the committees. All members are assigned to their respective campaign team and are asked to participate in at least one committee beyond your county campaign team.
Community Impact Committee – Joy Strand, Vice Chair
This Committee is responsible for reviewing all partner agency applications, visiting each agency (3-5 site visits per member) and participating in committee meetings (1 meeting in June, and 2 full days in August), ultimately providing funding recommendations for 2022 to the Board. The Committee timeframe is expected to be early June – early August, 2021. CIC members serve 3 year terms.
Holiday Ball 2021 Committee – Jim & Kim List, Co-Chairs for 2020-21
The Annual Holiday Ball is the first Saturday each December at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort in Cambridge (next Ball will be 12/4/21). It is our signature fundraising event. Committee is responsible for securing sponsorships, live/silent auction items and various logistics/prep. Meetings occur monthly beginning in late Spring and increase to twice per month in Fall.
Special Projects Committee – Laura Rodriguez, Vice Chair
Committee provides support and recommendations for Special Events, Donor recognition events, Annual meeting, and engagement opportunities for Board and committee members to be hands on with mission. Meetings as needed.
Nominating/Diversity Committee – Beth Reid, Immediate Past Chair
Responsible for reviewing nominees for Board membership & succession with emphasis on ensuring membership reflects the diversity of our community and the four counties served. Committee meets 1-3 times per year usually in late Winter-mid Spring.
Personnel Committee - Steve Farrow, Vice Chair
Committe is responsible for bi-annually reviewing of salary ranges, personnel policies and benefits. Committee is charged with advising President/CEO, as needed with personnel issues. Meetings take place approxibmately 1-2 times per year or as needed.
Audit/Compliance Committee – Jesse Reid, Vice Chair
Committee is responsible for reviewing compliance with all State, Federal and UWW requirements and applicable policies, as well as reviewing the independent Audit. Committee is comprised of Chair, Executive Vice Chair, Treasurer, 2 Board Representatives, at least 2 non Board members, as well as President/CEO & Finance Manager (non-voting). Committee meets 1-2 times a year.
Planned Giving Advisory Council – Cathie Thomas, staff liaison
Support staff efforts to implement short and long term planned giving strategies and review options provided to donors. Quarterly meetings or as needed.
Assigned Committees:
Campaign Teams (all members auto-assigned):
· Dorchester - Jennifer Layton & Beth Wilson, Co-Vice Chairs
· Somerset - Courtney Monar & John Gaddis, Co-Vice Chairs
· Wicomico – Sharon Morris & Chris Eccleston, Co-Vice Chairs
· Worcester- Jim List & Cole Taustin, Co-Vice Chairs
Campaign Team members are requested to work with staff to bring in new (& rekindle lapsed) employee campaigns, new corporate donations/sponsors, and foster new relationships. All board members are welcome as available to accompany staff on virtual or in person campaign presentations or photo ops. The frequency of team meetings vary and campaign engagement will be discussed during board meetings.
Strategic Planning Committee – Bryan Newton, Board Chair (members selected)
Provide vision and support for next UWLES Strategic Plan, helping to reaffirm the vision, mission & values for UWLES, outline our focus and goals for next 3-5 years, and assist with plan development for Board approval. Meetings will be monthly to quarterly as process proceeds. 2 year term requested. Members presented by the Chair and the President/CEO for Executive Committee approval. (Notify Brian/Pam if you are interested in participating)
Please select which committe(s) you would like to participate on below: