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December 29, 2009
Thanks for 2009 -- and thinking ahead to 2010 and 2012!
I'm not sure what to say about 2009 that already hasn't been said by me here (our message to members for "Give to the Max Day"), and here (a video to lapsed individual donors).
...or that is articulated SO well by somebody else here.
(Thanks Janna! This is what every membership organization dreams of -- or should dream of in terms of impact -- certainly if it has "capacity-building" in its mission.)
In 2009 we've had impact on public policy. We've grown in membership and engagement. And we've become more sustainable as an organization. Not bad for a really tough year for all of us.
Thanks! It still feels like it's only the beginning of what is possible -- and necessary.
On the eve of 2010, we're already thinking ahead not just to the year ahead, but the next three years. We turn 60 years old in 2012, and the Board recently approved a draft set of three-year goals. (See link here).
We'd love your feedback. We'd love your continued support. And all new memberships and increases in financial support (up to $500) will be matched one-for-one through a generous grant from the Pohlad Family Foundation!)
Thanks for making this a great year. Thanks for your membership, your time, your wisdom and good ideas, your financial support, your feedback and criticism, and your support in the community.
Happy New Year! Here's to 2010 -- and 2012!
Sean
Posted by Sean Kershaw at December 29, 2009 6:31 AM