Presentation Information

Presentations to “pitch” your charity should be simple (no audio visuals or handouts), lasting no longer than five minute, followed by a three minute question and answer. There is an amazing sense of excitement in the room and members feel very invested in this process. Women in our community are learning about the needs of their neighbors and the agencies and organizations serving them. Each organization chosen to present has the opportunity to showcase its projects and even if not chosen has exposure to 100+ women.

You should be prepared to present the following details after giving your name and the name of the organization that you are pitching.

Where is the organization located?
What is the mission of the organization?
What purpose does the organization fulfill?
Who do they serve?
What do they do and how do they do it?
What percentage of funds goes directly to support the organization’s mission? What percentage goes toward overhead and administration?
What is the operating budget for the organization?
How does the organization sustain their budget (grants, individual giving, etc.)?
How will they benefit from funding and how will the funds be used?
- Describe the program you would like to be funded. Provide background information including who will be impacted and how many will be impacted.
- How essential is this program – what will our community be missing if this program doesn’t get funded?