REASONS YOU SHOULD JOIN
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It’s quick and easy – we only meet twice per year for one hour
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Fast philanthropy – give back and make an impact quickly
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100% of your donation goes directly to the organization
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You’ll see exactly what impact your donation made – past recipients are asked back to share how they used the donation
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Network and socialize with others for a good cause
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Learn about local organizations and how they’re helping our community
WHAT DOES MY MEMBERSHIP & COMMITMENT MEAN?
With a signed Commitment Form, you are pledging to participate in Power of 100 - Red Wing and make a personal commitment to:
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Donate $100 twice a year to local organizations (Impact Award Winners) serving the community.
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Attend two Impact Award Events per year, which are held in April and October. If unable to attend an event, you may send a signed, blank check with another attending member to deliver on your behalf. Alternatively, within two weeks of the event you may mail a check made out to the Impact Award Winner to Power of 100 - Red Wing, c/o Kelsey Flueger, 910 Main Street, Suite 202, Red Wing, MN 55066.
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Understand that if the Impact Award Winner is not a 501(c)3 organization, your $100 donation may not be tax deductible.
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Acknowledge that photographs and videos taken at events and meetings may include your image and may be used in promotional material for Power of 100 - Red Wing.
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Agree to pay the annual membership fee to Power of 100 – Red Wing. Checks can be mailed to Power of 100 - Red Wing, c/o Kelsey Flueger, 910 Main Street, Suite 202, Red Wing, MN 55066 or paid the day of the event upon arrival at the event's location. This membership fee covers operating costs and hosted appetizers at the bi-annual Impact Meetings. The membership fee is subject to change yearly.
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Commit to a one-year membership in Power of 100 - Red Wing. Should you wish to discontinue membership, you may send an email to PowerOf100rw@outlook.com
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If I can’t attend the event, do I still get a vote?
No, due to the nature of the voting process you must be present to vote. You are still responsible for your contribution to the winning candidate.
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Can I become a Power of 100 Member if I don't live in Red Wing?
Yes, you can still be a member.
How do I donate if I cannot attend the meeting?
If unable to attend a meeting, you may send a signed, blank check with another attending member to deliver on your behalf. Alternatively, you may mail a check made out to the Impact Award Winner to c/o Kelsey Flueger, 910 Main Street, Suite 202, Red Wing, MN 55066.
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Is my contribution tax deductible?
Checks are written directly to the organization. If the organization is 501(c)3 your contribution is tax deductible. Your canceled check should serve as a receipt for your donation. The organization may also send you a receipt. If the selected organization isn’t 501(c)3, your donation may not be tax deductible.