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If you would like to become a member, please visit the\u00a0Join Us<\/a> section to complete our Membership & Commitment Form. Our chapter has three (3) groups that meet in different areas of the Valley – Ahwatukee, Scottsdale, and East Valley.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What commitment am I making by becoming a member?” admin_label=”What commitment am I making by becoming a member?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Membership in 100+ WWC Valley of the Sun includes making an annual, tax-deductible donation of $400 ($100 per quarter) to local charities serving the Phoenix metro area. \u00a0We also allow members to join as teams of two (2), three (3), or four (4) women if they would like to split that amount between team members. Members commit to fulfilling that donation amount even if they, or their team, did not vote for the selected charity. \u00a0If a member or team is unable to attend a quarterly giving circle, they agree to make their donation, check or online, immediately following the giving circle. Attendance at giving circles is not mandatory but the donation is.<\/p>\n Membership is for a one (1) year period and will renew automatically unless notice is given.<\/p>\n Members may withdraw at any time.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”I am a new member, what should I expect at a giving circle?” admin_label=”I\u2019m a new member, what should I expect at a meeting?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Expect to be greeted by one of our volunteers and asked to sign in at the check-in table. There will be a cash bar and time for mingling with other fabulous, like-minded women.<\/p>\n Generally, our giving circles will go as follows:<\/p>\n 5:30 – 6:30 pm \u2013 Check-in\u00a0and\u00a0social hour<\/p>\n 6:30 pm \u2013 Giving circle begins<\/p>\n 7:30 pm \u2013 Giving circle is adjourned. Stay and mingle more or head home.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”How long do the giving circles last?” admin_label=”How long do the giving circles last?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We strive to complete our giving circles in one (1) hour. We aim to start promptly at 6:30 pm. If you wish to come earlier or stay later, there will be opportunities to socialize both before and after the formal part of each giving circle.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What if I cannot attend a giving circle?” admin_label=”What if I cannot attend a giving circle?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you cannot attend a quarterly giving circle, you may submit your donation in one of the following ways:<\/p>\n Absent members may\u00a0not vote by proxy.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Can I bring a friend to a quarterly giving circle?” admin_label=”Can I bring a friend to a quarterly meeting?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Yes! \u00a0We are always looking for women who want to GIVE BIG. However, only members are allowed to vote at the giving circle. Your friend can complete the Membership & Commitment Form<\/a> before voting begins if she would like to become a member and vote. She is, of course, able to donate to the selected charity if she feels moved to do so, with or without becoming a member.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Is membership limited to 100 women?” admin_label=”Is membership limited to 100 women?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Absolutely not!\u00a0 If we can make a substantial impact with one hundred women in each group, why not grow each group and make an even BIGGER difference? \u00a0The more the merrier we say!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What do you do with my personal information?” admin_label=”What do you do with my personal information?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 100+ WWC Valley of the Sun collects your personal information (including name, email address, phone number, and mailing address) strictly for the purpose of staying connected with our members.\u00a0 Our membership database is used for administrative purposes only.<\/p>\n 100+ WWC Valley of the Sun will not sell, give, or otherwise share your personal information with any third party.\u00a0 Ever.\u00a0 We may occasionally recognize our members via social media and other media.\u00a0 If you want to remain anonymous, you must let us know at the time of joining or tell the photographer not to photograph you.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”How does 100+ WWC Valley of the Sun communicate with its members?” admin_label=”How does 100+ WWC Valley of the Sun communicate with its members?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The website will always have the most up-to-date information. New members will receive a confirmation\/welcome email from us within 24 hours of joining. If you have not received the email, please contact us.<\/p>\n Of course, we will also be regularly updating\u00a0Twitter<\/a>,\u00a0LinkedIn\u00a0<\/a>and\u00a0Facebook<\/a>, so be sure to follow us on social media.<\/p>\n Note:<\/strong>\u00a0Please add\u00a0info@100wwcvalleyofthesun.org to your email address book. We make every effort to reach you, but sometimes your security settings may prohibit us from doing so. As well, if you change your email address, please let us know. Should you wish to discontinue membership at any time,\u00a0please\u00a0contact us indicating your withdrawal from the chapter.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”How do I nominate a charity?” admin_label=”How do I nominate a charity?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Once you join our chapter, you may nominate a charity. You may have one (1) charity attached to your name at a time.\u00a0 You may change your charity on record at any time.\u00a0 For more information, please see our Charities<\/a> section.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Do I have to nominate a charity?” admin_label=”Do I have to nominate a charity?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n No.\u00a0Many women like to just show up and give.\u00a0 While all members have the opportunity to nominate a charity, it is not a requirement of membership.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Which charitable organizations are eligible for consideration by the chapter?” admin_label=”Which charitable organizations are eligible for consideration by the group?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Please review our Charities<\/a>\u00a0section\u00a0for eligibility requirements.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What is a 501(c)(3) organization?” admin_label=”What is a 501(c)(3) organization?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The most common type of tax-exempt nonprofit organization falls under category 501(c)(3); whereby, a nonprofit organization is exempt from federal income tax if its activities have the following purposes: charitable, religious, educational, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering amateur sports competition, or preventing cruelty to children or animals.\u00a0 For more information, please visit the IRS<\/a>\u00a0website. \u00a0Before submitting your nomination, we also recommend that you do some research on GuideStar<\/a> and\u00a0Charity Navigator<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about the charity. \u00a0Our Charity Selection Guide <\/a>will also guide you in determining if the charity has a solid foundation and is trending in a positive fiscal direction.<\/p>\n *Organizations who meet the 501(c)(3) requirements based on their “religious<\/strong>” purpose will not<\/strong> be eligible for consideration.\u00a0 501(c)(3) religious organizations include churches, conventions, associations of churches, integrated auxiliaries of churches, nondenominational ministries, interdenominational and ecumenical organizations, and other entities whose principal purpose is the study or advancement of religion.\u00a0 This also includes schools who are under the umbrella of a religious organization for tax-exempt purposes.<\/p>\n For the purposes of 100+ WWC Valley of the Sun, all charitable organizations up for consideration must be local. \u00a0A local project associated with a national charity may be considered if 100% of the donated funds stay in the Phoenix metro community.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What is a community foundation?” admin_label=”What is a community foundation?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A community foundation is a public charity that typically focuses on supporting a geographical area, primarily by facilitating and pooling donations used to address community needs and support local nonprofits. Community foundations offer numerous types of grantmaking programs, frequently including donor-advised funds, endowments, scholarships, field-of-interest funds, giving circles and more. Community foundations are funded by donations from individuals, families, businesses and sometimes government grants.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Can a charity nominate itself?” admin_label=”Can a charity nominate itself?” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Yes, 100WWC invites Phoenix metro nonprofits to self-nominate themselves and is accepting submissions via this self-nomination form<\/a>.\u00a0 When a charity self-nominates itself, and is approved by the 100WWC Executive Team, it will be added to our charity directory.\u00a0 This directory can be used by 100WWC members to help them select a charity they want to formally nominate and present to their giving circle.<\/p>\n A charity must be a 501(c)3 for a minimum of three complete financial years to be eligible for consideration.\u00a0 Visit https:\/\/www.100wwcvalleyofthesun.org\/new\/eligibility-criteria\/<\/a> for a complete list of eligibility criteria.<\/p>\n Submission of the self-nomination form does not guarantee inclusion in the directory.\u00a0 Inclusion in the directory does not guarantee a 100WWC member will present the nonprofit to their giving circle.\u00a0 Only 100WWC members are allowed to present a charity at the quarterly meetings.<\/p>\n Charity representatives, i.e. officers, board members, employees, volunteers, etc., are also welcome to become members<\/a> of 100WWC and nominate their charity.\u00a0 By doing this, a charity guarantees they will go into the quarterly drawing, if approved.\u00a0 Members commit to donating $100 per quarter to the charity selected at their group\u2019s quarterly giving circle and there is no guarantee that your charity will be selected.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Is my donation tax deductible?” admin_label=”Is my donation tax deductible?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Yes, by the charity chosen to be the recipient. Your $100 donation is made directly to the charity, NOT to 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun. \u00a0Tax receipts will be issued to you directly by the charity. If you have not received your tax receipt within a reasonable amount of time, please contact the charity directly.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Can I just send the donation to the charity myself?” admin_label=”Can I just send the donation to the charity myself?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Sorry, no. The goal of 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun is to make one significant donation on behalf of each group within our chapter. \u00a0To make a substantial impact, we want to give thousands of dollars at the end of each group giving circle. The only way to do that is to make each member\u2019s donation part of the larger donation. This is the power of being a member.\u00a0 We also need to be able to track your donations, so you get credit for the donation and remain in good standing. Only members in good standing can nominate and vote.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”How much of my donation goes to the administration costs of 100+ WWC Valley of the Sun?” admin_label=”How much of my donation goes to the administration costs of 100+ WWC?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Absolutely zero! 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun is organized and operated entirely by big-hearted women who volunteer their time. \u00a0We have no employees. We do not collect any money from our members. \u00a0Our operating expenses are offset by generous sponsor donations. \u00a0100% of funds donated at a giving circle go directly to the selected charity!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Can I donate less than $100?” admin_label=”Can I donate less than $100?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The short answer is no.\u00a0The commitment you make as a member is to donate $100 per quarter.\u00a0 However, we do accept teams of two (2), three (3), or four (4) members<\/strong> who agree to split the $100 donation each quarter.\u00a0 Please keep in mind that teams of two (2), three (3), or four (4) members only get one (1) vote per team.\u00a0 If you would like to become a member, either as an individual or a team, please visit the Join Us<\/a> section to complete our Membership & Commitment Form.<\/p>\n If you experience a financial hardship for a period of time, please reach out to us and let us know.\u00a0 We will work with you and provide a grace period.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Are there other ways to help the charities that have been nominated and\/or presented at a quarterly meeting?” admin_label=”Are there other ways to help the charities that have been nominated?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n\n
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