A story is only as good as its characters. We have been honored to have so many wonderful and experienced members of the community come forward to join the Capital Campaign committee. As we continue to plan for the purchase of a new building and the expansion of our services we are looking to grow our team of volunteers. We have many opportunities for individuals to join and have an impact on this campaign. From planning special events to help celebrate the campaign and raise funds to picking out the color of the paint at the new building we can use your expertise. Not only are we looking for experts in a variety of areas we are also looking for those who will bring their enthusiasm and interests to the table. In order to accomplish our goals we are going to need many hands lifting us all up. We hope you will consider joining us on one of the committees listed below. Contact Jen Davie at 608-244-3911 to discuss your interests.
Building Logistics Committee
Time Frame: October 2014 -Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Time Commitment: 4 -8 Hours/Month, team members will as a group alternate months for strategy sessions and updates.
Qualification: Passion for Literacy Network, strong skills in logistical planning or project management, ability to work with construction staff and design staff, experience in project management, construction or design is preferred.
The building logistics committee will facilitate the construction and design of the new building. The committee will facilitate request for proposals for each phase of the building project. Committee will also make recommendations to the campaign leadership team in order to facilitate important decisions regarding the new building. Committee will work closely with the major gifts and community gifts committees to ensure naming opportunities are carried out in the design of the facility.
Major Gifts Committee
Time Frame: June 2014-Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Time Commitment: 4 -8 Hours/Month, team members will meet individually with the Development Director and Executive Director as needed, team will meet as a group as needed for strategy sessions and updates.
Qualification: Willingness to engage spheres of influence in the mission of the campaign, connect individuals, business leaders, and community leaders with Literacy Network
The major gifts team will open doors to new relationships which will strengthen the campaign. The committee should regularly review lists of current and prospective donors, and determine strategies to reach these donors as the campaign progresses. Members of the team will make connections to prospective donors with the support of the Development Director and Executive Director. Cultivation plans will be created for each prospective donor and contact reports should be filed by team members.
Marketing Committee
Time Frame: August 2014-Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Time Commitment: 4 Hours/Month including monthly team meetings
Qualification: Passion for Literacy Network, ability to work with media partners, background in marketing or communications
The marketing team is responsible for marketing the capital campaign to the public. In the quiet phase of the campaign the team will create marketing collateral to support in person donor meetings, website design and launch, and general forms and paperwork. The team will also generate press releases regarding the campaign, implement media strategy, and prepare for launch of the public phase of the campaign.
Community Gifts Committee
Time Frame: October 2014-Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Time Commitment: 4 Hours/Month including monthly team meetings
Qualification: Passion for Literacy Network, strong writing and storytelling skills, willingness to engage the community in considering gifts towards the campaign.
The community gifts committee is responsible for creating strategies to give the public an opportunity to donate to the campaign. In the quiet phase of the campaign the team will create strategies such as a tile campaign or written letter appeals. The team will be ready to implement these strategies during the launch of the public phase through the completion of the campaign. Their goal is to receive donation support from the general public as well as current Literacy Network supporters.
Special Events Committee
Time Frame: October 2014-Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Time Commitment: 4 Hours/Month including monthly team meetings
Qualification: Passion for Literacy Network, ability to organize and plan events, ability to engage and motivate volunteers
The special event committee is responsible for organizing special events within the community to raise funds for the capital campaign. Team members will organize 2-4 community events that raise money for this campaign. The team will also assist donors and community members in organizing special events on behalf of the campaign. Team members will ensure that all events are representing Literacy Network in the best possible way and strengthening the case for support for the campaign.