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The Putnam County Community Foundation is a nonprofit public charity established in 1985 to administer funds, award grants and provide leadership, enriching the quality of life and strengthening community in Putnam County. The Community Foundation administers more than 220 funds for donors supporting a variety of charitable activities and has awarded more than $7.7 million dollars in grants and scholarships.

June Nonprofit Learning Workshop

“Developing Your Case for Support & Practical Tips for Making the Ask ”  Speaker:  Phil Purcell June 11 , 2012 -- 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Popular speaker Phil Purcell will help define the effective use of a "case" for support to your organization. Practical examples will be shared and the key elements of a successful case statement will be explained. Time will be allowed for each participant to begin work on a case for support for his or her organization.

Since most people have difficulty asking, practical tips for "asking" for a gift will be shared as well as answers to these key questions:
- Who should make the ask?
- What should be asked for - and for how much?
- When should the ask be made?
- Where should the ask be presented?
- Why are you asking (how to incorporate the case for support)?
- How do you make the ask and respond to questions or rejections?

Sample language, specific examples and case studies of successful "asks" will be shared.

Cost
$25 per person ($15 if registered and paid for by June 4)
The cost includes the workshop, a catered lunch, and all workshop materials.  

Download a Registration Form HERE.

The Inn at DePauw
2 West Seminary Street
Greencastle, IN 46135

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NEWS & EVENTS

New Way to Share Your Dream! The Putnam County Community Foundation announced a new way to win in the 2012 Share the Dream Contest.  In addition to the three awards that have been offered in the past, the Community Foundation will award an endowment administered by the Community Foundation an additional $200 for each new person who names that endowment as a partial or full beneficiary of a life insurance policy, an individual retirement account, a trust, or another type of planned gift. For press release click HERE.  

Community Foundation Announces Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Recipient - One South Putnam High School senior has been named as the recipient of a four-year, full-tuition scholarship as the Putnam County Community Foundation 2012 Lilly Endowment Community Scholar. Samuel A. Gould, son of Timothy and Mary Gould of Greencastle, will receive full tuition to the Indiana college of his choice and a $900 yearly stipend for required books and equipment. For press release click HERE.

Board of Realtors Scholarship Available to All Four County High Schools - The Putnam County Community Foundation announced that the Putnam County Board of Realtors will award a scholarship to all four county school corporations again in 2012.   The success of the REALTORS® annual Bingo event has allowed the REALTORS® to increase funding for scholarships, while still growing their endowment. For press release click HERE.

Foundation Announces Lilly Scholarship Finalists - Four Putnam County high school seniors have been named as finalists for a full-tuition scholarship as the Putnam County Community Foundation's 2012 Lilly Endowment Community Scholar.  In addition to covering tuition, the award will cover all required fees, including a $900 book stipend per year, for four years to an accredited school in Indiana. For press release click HERE.

Community Foundation Announces Scholarship for Study Abroad - The Putnam County Community Foundation is pleased to announce that Jeff and Denise Sigworth have established a scholarship for Putnam County students wishing to travel abroad within a university-sanctioned program.  The couple established the scholarship because they believe in the benefits of being physically immersed in other cultures, languages, geographies, and socio-economic situations. For press release click HERE.

Community Foundation Announces Becky Brothers Service Scholarship - The Putnam County Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the family of Rebecca Jo “Becky” Brothers has established a scholarship endowment in her memory.  The first scholarship will be awarded in the spring of 2012 to a South Putnam High School graduate, and the recipient will be identified by a committee established by the administrators of South Putnam Jr. Sr. High School. For press release click HERE.

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