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United Way of Forsyth County 2
WLC Mission
To reach out to women in our community to educate, engage, and empower them in meeting the most pressing
needs in Forsyth County.
Our objective is to help women develop even further as philanthropic leaders, advocates and community investors through volunteer,
education, and networking opportunities.
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History of WLC:
•The First WLC was started 10 years ago, now there are over 130 “chapters” across the country.
•In 2007, United Way of Forsyth County started our local WLC.
•Since inception, we have grown to over 1,000 members and have raised more than $4 million to support WLC projects.
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Exclusive WLC Member Opportunities
WLC members have the opportunity to participate in:
• Volunteer activities
• Lunch and Learns
• Social events
• Networking
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What is the WLC Focus?
An Increased Graduation Rate Provides Significant Benefits to our Community:• On average, high school graduates earn 32% more than high school
drop-outs.
• Graduates are more likely to live above the poverty line and less likely to serve time in prison or to experience homelessness.
• High graduation rates help attract new business to communities and fuel stronger local economies.
• High school graduates are critical to a stable and productive workforce.
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Focused Objective
To provide success-ready students to the 9th grade, with initial focus on Middle School students that will enter 9th grade at our community’s most struggling high schools by funding the following projects:
• Tutoring program
• Family Engagement
• Summer Programming
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Measuring Our Success
• Since we are working with middle school students, it will be several years before our projects have a direct impact on the county’s high school graduation rate.
• Success will be measured by:
improvements in standardized test scores
the number of students that are functioning at grade level
the number of students that are promoted to the next grade
reduced behavior problems in school
Key Outcomes
Philo Middle School 2008 2011
Percent Change
2008 to 2011
All Students (6th – 8th) Passing Math & Reading End of Grade Test at Philo Middle School
29.6% Math18.3% Reading
70.1% Math39.3% Reading
137% Math115% Reading
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How Can You Help?
• Join WLC - Take Advantage of the BB&T Challenge Match which is available to New and Next Level Leadership Circle Donors
• Let Us Hear From YOU! We welcome your ideas, involvement and creativity [email protected]
• Spread the Word – Invite your friends and colleagues to learn more about the WLC
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How the Challenge Match Works
Leadership Circle Step-Up(For New Leadership Circle Donors)
• Members contributing $500 or commit to increase their contribution by at least $100 annually to reach the Leadership Circle level of $1,000
• Members will receive a match in each year equal to the difference between their contribution and $1,000
• These members will be recognized as Leadership Circle donors beginning in year one
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Pledge Match Total
2013 $0 - $499 n/a $0 - $499
2014 $500 $500 $1,000
2015 $600 $400 $1,000
2016 $700 $300 $1,000
2017 $800 $200 $1,000
2018 $900 $100 $1,000
2019 $1,000 $0 $1,000
Leadership Circle Step-Up
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Leadership Circle Step-Up
Year Pledge Match Total
2013 $620 $380 $620
2014 $720 $280 $1,000
2015 $820 $180 $1,000
2016 $920 $80 $1,000
2017 $1,000 n/a $1,000
Here’s another example with a donor currently giving more than $500.
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How the Challenge Match Works
Leadership Circle Next Level Challenge(For Existing Leadership Circle Donors)
• Those who are Leadership Circle members should commit to reaching the next level and increase their contributions based on the table on the next slide
• Donors have up to 5 years to reach the next leadership level
• Donors will be recognized at the next leadership level beginning in year one
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FROM TO
Level $ Level $ Minimum Increase per year
Bronze $1,000 Silver $1,500 $100
Silver $1,500 Gold $2,500 $200
Gold $2,500 Platinum $3,500 $200
Platinum $3,500 Diamond $5,000 $300
Leadership Circle Next Level Challenge
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Year Pledge Match Level
2013 $1,000 n/a Bronze
2014 $1,100 $400 Silver
2015 $1,200 $300 Silver
2016 $1,300 $200 Silver
2017 $1,400 $100 Silver
2018 $1,500 n/a Silver
For example, a woman already giving $1,000 should plan to increase her giftby $100 each year to get to $1,500.
Leadership Circle Next Level Challenge
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Common Questions Asked• If the woman has a spouse who gives, how can she qualify for the WLC match?
The intent of the match is to empower women to give more money to United Way, not to shift the couple’s giving. In addition to what the spouse currently gives, the woman needs to increase
her personal contribution by the minimum requirement.
• Can the woman designate her increase to an agency?
No, in order to become a WLC donor and receive the match, she must designate the increase to go to WLC. All increases and matches will go to the WLC project.
• If a woman has already fulfilled her WLC commitment and reached her targeted Leadership Circle Level, what must she do to maintain her WLC membership? What match will she receive?
Your gift should increase annually by $25 or more. Your increase will be matched dollar-for dollar and will be used to fund WLC projects.
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Common Questions Asked• Can the woman designate her entire contribution to the WLC?
No, so as not to negatively impact the United Way’s overall campaign funding, only the increased contribution and the match can go to the WLC.
• Will the WLC match dollars be included in the company’s total United Way contribution?
No, but the company can count the increased contributions by its employees.
• Can men join the WLC or contribute to the WLC in honor of a wife/mother/daughter/etc.?
No, the WLC is limited to women members. However, men are encouraged to take a brochure and pledge form home and ask his wife/daughter to make an individual contribution to participate in WLC.
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For More Information
• Visit United Way’s website
www.forsythWLC.org
• E-mail us at [email protected]
• Visit us on Facebook