Vera House Foundation and Vera House Board are looking to grow! Please see descriptions about each opportunity.
Foundation support:
The mission of the Vera House Foundation is to ensure that the important work Vera House does today be there for those who need it in the future. The Vera House Foundation, Inc. is separately incorporated and was established in 1991 to ensure the long-term financial health of Vera House. Foundation-sponsored events have included the annual White Ribbon Campaign and the New Beginnings Gala. In addition to events, the Foundation engages individuals to secure contributions. These funds provide an opportunity to endow our vital programs through multi-year contributions and planned gifts. We are actively seeking community members who are passionate about the mission of Vera House and would like to contribute towards ensuring long-term financial viability in order for this life saving and changing work will continue for years to come. If you are passionate about Vera House’s mission and would like to engage in active long-term fundraising events, we would love to meet you.
To learn more about the Foundation, contact Sarah Fitzgerald, msfitzmarty@gmail.com
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Vera House Seeks New Board Members:
Vera House, Inc. prevents, responds to and partners to end domestic and sexual violence and other forms of abuse. Board members meet monthly for 2 hours on the third Tuesday of every month. All board members are required to participate on a sub-committee that meets bi-monthly or more, depending on the committee. The board is currently seeking those with nonprofit experience with finance, grants, board development, fundraising, social work and legal backgrounds. One hundred percent participation in the annual board fundraising campaign is required. Board members are asked to donate at a dollar amount in which they are comfortable.
To learn more about the responsibility of being on the Vera House board, contact: Dawn Penson at 832-516-1381, dpenson@verahouse.org