Diplomat Engagement Webinar Delta Research Educational Foundation 2016

Diplomat Engagement Webinar Delta Research & Educational Foundation 2016 -2017 1

The Facts on DREF ØEstablished almost fifty years ago (1967) by a visionary act of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (DST) ØReceived non-profit status (501 c 3) in 1984 ØMission is to promote research that is pivotal in resolving critical issues affecting African American women and their families, both nationally & globally; and to provide funds for charitable and educational activities of the Sorority and community entities ØGoverned by 24 board directors, comprised of members of DST and nonmembers 2

More about DREF Ø DREF administers 200+ DST chapter funds that are managed consistent with donor intent to the extent allowable by law & IRS rules Ø DREF benefits from direct contributions from Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. , the Combined Federal Campaign, state and local government campaigns, employer matching donations, recurring online pledges, foundation grants, corporate donations, and special campaigns like #Giving. Tuesday. Ø Funds are disseminated as grants for scholarships, DST or community charitable/educational programs, and disaster relief efforts like Katrina, Haiti, and most recently the Flint water crisis, rainfall flooding in Baton Rouge and effects from Hurricane Matthew. 3

The DREF Diplomat is…. . ………. . an individual committed to the mission and ideals of the Delta Research & Educational Foundation, and who represents DREF nationally and globally through fund development with a commitment of no less than $1000 annually. 4

Diplomat Fundraising ØDiplomats have pledged to contribute or solicit contributions totaling $1000 for this fiscal year. Each donation is tax-deductible. ØThe DREF fiscal year is July 1 to June 30. Donations for the 2016/2017 fiscal year are due no later than June 15, 2017. ØDiplomats who are also members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. , (DST) may not solicit funds for DREF at DST events without advance approval of the presiding DST event official. 5

Diplomat Appreciation ØDiplomats who meet the $1000 target will be recognized § on the DREF website www. deltafoundation. net and § in the Foundation’s annual report. 6

Submitting Donations ØDiplomats may submit donations in the following ways: 1. Through the recruiting board member 2. Directly to DREF v. VIA CHECK SUBMISSION v. VIA THE DREF WEBSITE www. deltafoundation. net v VIA MOBILE CAUSE 7

SUBMITTING DONATIONS: VIA CHECK → Annotate memo line of check with the following § The word DIPLOMAT and the recruiting Board Member name → Mail check to: DREF 1703 New Hampshire Avenue NW Washington, DC 20009 8

SUBMITTING DONATIONS: VIA DREF WEBSITE www. deltafoundation. net STEP 1: Go to DREF website STEP 2: Click Here to submit donations 9

SUBMITTING DONATIONS: VIA DREF WEBSITE STEP 3: Enter amount being submitted on this screen 10

SUBMITTING DONATIONS: VIA DREF WEBSITE STEP 4: Verify amount and click “Checkout” 11

Submitting Donations: Via Website STEP 5: Fill in each field with your contact information STEP 6: Type DIPLOMAT/ list Recruiting Board Member Name in comment section STEP 7: Answer Item Questions as follows: • Leave Blank • DREF Unrestricted • Unrestricted 12 STEP 8: Click “Proceed”

SUBMITTING DONATIONS: VIA DREF WEBSITE STEP 9: Fill in payment information STEP 10: Click “Proceed” 13

SUBMITTING DONATIONS: VIA DREF WEBSITE STEP 11: Verify all information is correct, including comments with recruiting Board Member name STEP 12: Click “Process Order” 14

SUBMITTING DONATIONS: VIA MOBILE CAUSE → Text to Give § Text the word DIPLOMAT to 41444 and follow all instructions to make sure the donation is received. → Online Form (Live link available via PPT on DREF website with Diplomat resources) § https: //app. mobilecause. com/f/13 m 4/n TO USE THIS ONLINE FORM: Please access the Power. Point slides on DREF website to utilize the above link for donation submissions. 15

Diplomat Queries Direct any immediate questions to the Foundation’s CEO plattimore@deltafoundation. net or 202 -347 -1337 16