The Fundraising Committee is a standing committee to raise funds to ensure the financial viability and stability of the Chamber Foundation. The Committee is comprised of one (1) Board Member and at least three (3) active members.

The Committee Chair, Committee Members, and the President/CEO will work together to determine committee needs and will brainstorm new and potential committee members.

Committee Expectations:

  • Find, create, and implement fundraising opportunities throughout the Towns, County, and Region that help our community, members, and future leaders.
  • The Fundraising Committee will provide written reports to the Board of Directors of any actions taken, meetings held, or discussions that have occurred.
  • With support from staff, annually submit objectives and a work plan for the committee as part of the planning and budgeting process.
  • With support from staff, annually evaluate its work as a committee and the objectives it has committed itself to and report on the same to the President/CEO.
  • Annually, the Fundraising Committee will review the committee charter, committee work plan, and committee membership. Any member who have not attended regular meetings or documented activities to promote the committee’s objectives for 3 consecutive meetings will be removed from the committee.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of the committee work plan.
  • Build a fundraising strategy to support efforts identified by other Committees or the advisory board.
  • Provide a detailed summary of how the funds will be distributed once raised.
  • Work with the audit committee regarding any financial topics
  • Board and committee members, their businesses (including staff), and immediate family members are not eligible to apply for or receive any scholarships or community grants.