How long has 100 Women Who Care of Kings County been in existence?
Sally Kierstead and Kristy Waalderbos began planning for the Kings County chapter in September 2013. The existing chapters in Canada and the most recently launched chapters in New Brunswick have been well received and very successful! We hope the idea expands to other Canadian cities!
Which charitable organizations are eligible for consideration by the group?
In order to be considered at a meeting, the organization must be based in the communities of Kings County and must be a registered not-for-profit or charitable organization eligible to provide tax receipts for donations. It must be established for at least 1 year (no start-ups). No national or international charities, programs or organizations will be considered at this time as the current focus is on contributing to our local community.
An organization that is selected for the group donation may be considered again after a 2-year period. The exception is a specific program within a large organization (for example a specific department or program within a hospital), which may be considered again after one year for a different program or department. Members nominate a charitable organization for consideration upon registering for each meeting. Nominations are created as a draw and 3 nominees are drawn at random one week prior to the event. Representatives of the selected charities are asked to make a 5-minute presentation at the meeting and then the members vote. The organization with the greatest number of votes is the recipient of the funds.
How do charities and non-profit organizations in Kings County get involved?
Charities must be nominated by a member of 100 Women Who Care of Kings County to be considered.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes, only registered non-profit and charitable organizations will be sponsored by the group. Cheques are written directly to the charitable organization chosen and NOT to 100 Women Who Care of Kings County. Tax receipts will be issued directly by the charitable organization.
How is the organization that receives the group donation chosen?
When a member registers she can nominate a local organization, whose name will go into the hat for a random drawing prior to the meeting. The organizers of the meeting will collect the names of the organizations and three organizations will be selected at random one week before the event. Members of the three organizations will be contacted and asked to give a short 5-minute presentation at the meeting as to why their organization should receive the donation. We encourage members to participate by submitting the names of local, needy, charitable organizations!
What if I cannot attend a meeting?
If a member cannot attend a meeting she can do one of two things:
How long do the meetings last?
Meetings are intended to be very short and no longer than 60 minutes. That being said, there is the opportunity to socialize before and after the meeting.
Can I bring a friend to the meeting?
Of course you can! We are always seeking women who care! However, in order to vote she will need to sign a Commitment Form and become a member. Otherwise she is free to observe and contribute a donation if she likes.
Does any of my donation go to administration costs of 100 Women Who Care Kings County?
Absolutely not! 100 Women Who Care of Kings County is organized and operated entirely by volunteers. We're proud to say that 100% of the money raised at our meetings goes directly to the selected organization!
What do you do with my personal information?
100 Women Who Care of Kings County collects your personal information (including name, address, email address, phone number) strictly for the purpose of maintaining our membership list. We will not sell, give or otherwise share your personal information without your express consent, unless required by law.
Sally Kierstead and Kristy Waalderbos began planning for the Kings County chapter in September 2013. The existing chapters in Canada and the most recently launched chapters in New Brunswick have been well received and very successful! We hope the idea expands to other Canadian cities!
Which charitable organizations are eligible for consideration by the group?
In order to be considered at a meeting, the organization must be based in the communities of Kings County and must be a registered not-for-profit or charitable organization eligible to provide tax receipts for donations. It must be established for at least 1 year (no start-ups). No national or international charities, programs or organizations will be considered at this time as the current focus is on contributing to our local community.
An organization that is selected for the group donation may be considered again after a 2-year period. The exception is a specific program within a large organization (for example a specific department or program within a hospital), which may be considered again after one year for a different program or department. Members nominate a charitable organization for consideration upon registering for each meeting. Nominations are created as a draw and 3 nominees are drawn at random one week prior to the event. Representatives of the selected charities are asked to make a 5-minute presentation at the meeting and then the members vote. The organization with the greatest number of votes is the recipient of the funds.
How do charities and non-profit organizations in Kings County get involved?
Charities must be nominated by a member of 100 Women Who Care of Kings County to be considered.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes, only registered non-profit and charitable organizations will be sponsored by the group. Cheques are written directly to the charitable organization chosen and NOT to 100 Women Who Care of Kings County. Tax receipts will be issued directly by the charitable organization.
How is the organization that receives the group donation chosen?
When a member registers she can nominate a local organization, whose name will go into the hat for a random drawing prior to the meeting. The organizers of the meeting will collect the names of the organizations and three organizations will be selected at random one week before the event. Members of the three organizations will be contacted and asked to give a short 5-minute presentation at the meeting as to why their organization should receive the donation. We encourage members to participate by submitting the names of local, needy, charitable organizations!
What if I cannot attend a meeting?
If a member cannot attend a meeting she can do one of two things:
- She can send in a blank, signed cheque with a trusted friend to the meeting (preferred). The friend will write in the name of the charity that is chosen on the cheque and give it to the organizers on her behalf. The friend may not vote on behalf of the absent member. We can only count the votes of members who are present at the meeting;
- The member can get their cheque to one of the organizers before the meeting.
- The member can mail in their cheque to the winning charity.
How long do the meetings last?
Meetings are intended to be very short and no longer than 60 minutes. That being said, there is the opportunity to socialize before and after the meeting.
Can I bring a friend to the meeting?
Of course you can! We are always seeking women who care! However, in order to vote she will need to sign a Commitment Form and become a member. Otherwise she is free to observe and contribute a donation if she likes.
Does any of my donation go to administration costs of 100 Women Who Care Kings County?
Absolutely not! 100 Women Who Care of Kings County is organized and operated entirely by volunteers. We're proud to say that 100% of the money raised at our meetings goes directly to the selected organization!
What do you do with my personal information?
100 Women Who Care of Kings County collects your personal information (including name, address, email address, phone number) strictly for the purpose of maintaining our membership list. We will not sell, give or otherwise share your personal information without your express consent, unless required by law.