2024 Advisory Council Engagement Plan

Our Mission

She Elevates, Inc. a 501(c)3 empowers girls to be confident leaders, successful business owners, CEOs and contributing members of society and role models of their generation.

Contact Information

Name *

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Last

Address *

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City

State

Zip Code

Email *

Phone *

Getting to Know You

1. After hearing about our mission to empower girls as confident leaders and successful contributors to society, we'd love to know: What inspired you to join She Elevates, and what aspirations do you have for yourself or the young girls you're passionate about empowering? Share your personal experiences, values, or beliefs that align with our mission. *

2. List specific skills, experiences, or expertise that you believe would contribute to the Advisory Council's goals. This could include fundraising, strategic planning, mentorship, etc. *

3. If applicable, mention any prior involvement or experiences with similar organizations, initiatives, or causes.

Background Check

As part of the advisory council application process, we may perform a background check. Would you be open to providing consent for a background check? *

Yes
No

Have you ever been convicted of a crime? *

Yes
No

If yes, please provide details, including the nature of the offense, the date of conviction, and any steps taken towards rehabilitation. This information will be used solely for the purpose of assessing your qualifications for the advisory council role.

Getting to Know You

Please indicate your preference by selecting one (or more) the following committees you would like to participate in: *

We appreciate your enthusiasm and commitment to contributing to our mission by becoming a member of the advisory council. While you have the flexibility to choose activities aligned with your interests, skills, and experience, please be aware that there are certain essential commitments expected from every advisory member.

Please review the essential requirements listed below.

Essential Commitments

("x" indicates requirements)

Your Committee, Your Contributions: Making a Difference Together

Below are the activities for each committee. Please find your committee and mark an 'x' next to the activities that resonate with your interests and expertise. Your involvement is crucial in driving positive change, and we eagerly anticipate your distinctive contributions shaping the success of our initiatives.

Community Outreach/Ambassador Team

(Please select at least 2 to 3 activities including the required option.)

Formally tell 5 people or more about the organization and contribute their contact information to the She Elevates mailing list
Contribute an article for the e-newsletter or other communications
Speak on behalf of the organization at 2 community events
Recruit at least 1 person to volunteer at She Elevates
Regularly share information about She Elevates through my social media activities (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn)
Subscribe to the She Elevates SheLetter (e-newsletter) - REQUIRED
Forward the She Elevates e-newsletter to 3 people each month
Other

Other

Funding Development Team

(Please select three to five items including the required option.)

Marketing Team

(Please select two to three items)

Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development of marketing strategies aligned with the mission and goals
Campaign Development: Assist in creating and implementing marketing campaigns to raise awareness, attract donors, and promote events or initiatives.
Brand Management: Provide insights on maintaining and enhancing the non-profit's brand image and ensuring consistency across various communication channels.
Identify Target Audiences: Collaborate on identifying target audiences. Help identify and understand the target audience, tailoring marketing efforts to effectively reach and engage them.
Data Analysis: Monitor and analyze marketing metrics to evaluate the performance of campaigns and recommend adjustments for improvement.
Event Promotion: Support the promotion of fundraising events, volunteer opportunities, and other initiatives to maximize participation and impact. Conduct post-event evaluations for all major events.
Feedback and Evaluation: Participate in post-campaign evaluations to assess effectiveness, identify successes, and suggest improvements for future initiatives.

Academy Team

The Academy Team collaboratively supports and assists the Director of Education in fulfilling the organization's educational mission, ensuring the delivery of high-quality learning experiences and fostering a positive and enriching educational environment. (Please select your areas of interest.)

Planning and Program Development: Create tailored application forms for Academy participation. Assist in refining the curriculum, finalizing the comprehensive instructor's guide, conducting interviews for potential instructors, and aid in securing a Keynote Speaker & MC/Hosts.
Public Relations: Develop visually appealing PowerPoint presentations for various Academy-related purposes.
Event Planning: Contribute to planning the overall structure and logistics of the graduation event. Coordinate details and activities for the ceremony. Manage the procurement of necessary supplies, including games, trophies, certificates, and T-shirts for the program.
Communication and Outreach: Initiate engagement with schools to recruit participants. Create and distribute congratulatory videos and newsletters via Mail Chimp. Select and communicate with program instructors, mentors (SHEROES), and virtual session chaperones. Monitor legal documentation completion by parents and conduct post-program follow-ups, gathering feedback through evaluation forms.
Social Media and Promotion: Regularly post updates, highlights, and relevant content on social media platforms. Conduct preparatory meetings with both participants and their parents. Plan and organize the schedule for each day's activities. Create videos for parents providing information about the program.
Administrative Tasks: Oversee and respond to communications from the Confidence Club. Curate supplementary videos for the program curriculum. Conduct background checks for staff and volunteers. Handle logistics, including coordinating lunches, securing breakfast, and organizing field experiences. Manage program-related items, such as the SHE Prize Box. Ensure the readiness of technology, including Chromebooks. Address participant needs, including instances requiring a "time out." Finalize certificates for program completion, utilizing both print and handwritten formats.

Gala Team

The Gala Council is composed of various committees, each playing a crucial role in the success of the event. We invite you to choose a committee within the Gala Team that aligns with your interests and expertise. Your participation will contribute significantly to the collective effort in creating a memorable and successful gala experience. (Please select your areas of interest.)

Production Committee: Assist with overseeing committee operations, determining ticket prices, selecting menus, coordinating decorations, managing PowerPoint presentations, organizing program books and scripts, handling catering and seating arrangements, coordinating entertainment, and collecting ads from the sponsor committee. Assist with creating gala graphics.
Nomination Committee: Assist in preparing the nomination form, updating, and making it publicly available. Help select winners, collaborate with the marketing committee to craft congratulatory messages, choose awards, and create verbiage for each winner based on the nominations received.
Ticket Committee: Setup eventbrite, post on eventbrite and maintain communication. Work with marketing and production committees to offer ticketing updates. Offer daily ticket updates one week prior to the event.
Raffle & Fundraising Committee: Manage the 50/50 raffle, gift baskets and money tree. Organize the raffle, encourage the purchase of tickets the evening of the event. Handle all monies the evening of the gala. Ensure square payments are handled properly. Recruit volunteers.
Marketing & Communication Committee: Work closely with all committees to ensure that marketing messages are promoted. Organize radio and TV organizations. Ensure all information about the Gala is on the sheelevates.org website and made available to board and advisory members. Develop creative ways to promote the gala on social media.
Hospitality Committee: Maintaining close contact with award winners, serving as a hostess, and ensuring their punctuality for the event. Additionally, facilitate their connection with the VA committee on the night of the event for photo opportunities.
Video/Audio Committee: Managing the advancement of the PowerPoint presentation, overseeing the roles of the photographer and videographer by providing instructions, and ensuring comprehensive picture coverage.
Sponsors Committee: Creating correspondence and developing a strategic plan for soliciting sponsors and advertisements for the Gala Program Book.

Other Ways I Will Support She Elevates

Please select as many as apply:

Attend the Annual Awards Gala
Participate in other board activities, such as strategic planning and board assessments
Facilitate an educational session for board or advisory committee members on my area of expertise as relevant to the organization’s mission
Host a Social Event
Provide Meeting Space
Other

Other

Consider Becoming a Committee Chair

Are you interested in becoming a committee chair? The role involves being familiar with the committee's objectives, goals, and processes, facilitating committee meetings, and reporting the committee's findings. It's important to note that the approval of the chair is subject to the board, and an annual performance review is conducted by the board members. (Excluding Gala and Academy.) *

Yes
No

Additional Comments or Message

Advisory Council Engagement Plan

Our Mission

Contact Information

Getting to Know You

Background Check

Getting to Know You

Essential Commitments

Your Committee, Your Contributions: Making a Difference Together

Community Outreach/Ambassador Team

Funding Development Team

Marketing Team

Academy Team

Gala Team

Other Ways I Will Support She Elevates

Consider Becoming a Committee Chair

Thank you for expressing your interest in joining the Advisory Committee.

We appreciate your enthusiasm and look forward to being in touch soon.