Each year, as part of the budget adoption process, one board president we know collects the following simple form from each board member:

For the fiscal year _____ my contribution toward the support of this organization will be:

1. My personal contribution: $____________
   

   [ ] Check Enclosed	[ ] Send me a quarterly reminder
   [ ] Charge my credit card quarterly:
   [ ] America Express	Acct. # ____________________
   [ ] Visa	Exp. Date ______________
   [ ] MasterCard

2. My company will match: ________________
3. I will make a financial contribution of stock, bequest, other: ________
4. I will participate in preparations for one or more of our special events:
   
   [ ] Annual Gala [ ] Theater Party [ ] Summer Bash
   
   
5. I will assist with fundraising outreach to the following foundations, corporation, individuals:
6. I can provide/identify in-kind resources/services (computer equipment, office supplies, transportation, furniture, professional services, etc.):

Making this form part of the budget process illustrates how contributions are a fundamental part of how the organization will find needed resources for the coming year.


Adapted from Board Care 3/08