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07-03-24 Weekly Questions & Answers 1200 628 Pam Hudson
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07-03-24 Weekly Questions & Answers

Q: One of my new District Council Presidents is asking for a meeting template. Is there such a thing? I know the Rule has the Conference Agenda. A: The Rule, Part III, Statute 7 has the agenda used for Council meetings. This is the same meeting agenda as expected of Conferences. Every Council has its…

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5 Tips to Make Fundraising Less Intimidating

“Fundraising is, first and foremost, a form of ministry. It is a way of announcing our vision and inviting other people into our mission.” -Henri Nouwen They say that public speaking is one of our greatest human fears. But there’s something else that ranks right up there—asking for money. It’s ok. We can admit it.…

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See the Face of Christ. Be the Face of Christ.

Dear Fellow Vincentians, We’ve been teasing this idea for awhile, and are proud to announce that today is the day! Titled “See the Face of Christ. Be the face of Christ”, the National Council is kicking off a membership marketing campaign aimed at adding 10,000 new members to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul…

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Giving Matters

Make Giving More Meaningful by Honoring Others Early in my time with St. Vincent de Paul, I was fortunate to meet Mike and Pat, a caring, kind, and generous couple. They had been married nearly 5 decades by the time I met them, had a wonderful family (whom I’ve also been fortunate to know), and…

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Resources to Open/Expand a Thrift Store

Finding resources to open a new thrift store or expand/invigorate an existing operation can be easier than you think. Why do it alone? A great way to save time, avoid undue risk, obtain expert advice and guidance is to access the SVdP National Thrift Stores website (https://thriftstores.ssvpusa.org/) where you will find a wealth of information…

06-27-24 Weekly Questions & Answers 1200 628 Pam Hudson
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06-27-24 Weekly Questions & Answers

Q: How long do we have to keep our Conference records? A: Generally speaking, a good rule of thumb is seven (7) years. On page 32 of the Manual, there is a complete list by type of record of the numbers of years you are required to maintain them. Official records are maintained by both…

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A Duty To Delegate: Guidance For Vincentian Leaders

Webster defines the verb “delegate” as “to entrust to another.”  It seems simple enough but isn’t always so when human nature intrudes. Delegating is a core principle of sound management and our Rule expects Vincentian leaders to practice it.  Yet we frequently hear stories of Conferences and Councils unable to function effectively because presidents want…

06-20-24 Weekly Questions & Answers 1200 628 Pam Hudson
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06-20-24 Weekly Questions & Answers

Q:  If a Conference currently included in the 501c3 group ruling enters into a collaborative effort with another nonprofit to operate a soup kitchen, is there any impact to exclude them from the group ruling?  Also, if that effort is exclusively a Conference effort, is there any impact on the council as part of the…

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What Makes a Good Board Member?

It’s important to know what is involved in being a good Board member. BoardSource, considered the premier voice of nonprofit governance, notes that “While all effective Board members understand and meet their basic responsibilities, truly exceptional Board members do more. They go beyond the basics and pay attention to how they approach Board service. These six characteristics build…

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Ground Rules for Visitation

By Mike Syslo, former Chair of the National Governance Committee There are a set of basic ground rules that should be kept in mind before visiting with those who have requested our help.   It is a good idea to review them on occasion, understand them and put them into practice. If you are on a…

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