Members donate $9,200 to Interfaith Caregivers of Burnett County With community spread of the COVID-19 virus at high levels, 100 Women Who Care - Polk/Burnett opted to hold their November quarterly meeting in a virtual format. The group reviewed 2-page statements from three local non-profit groups, learning about their missions, needs, and what they would do with the donation if they were selected to receive it. Members then voted via e-mail for the group they deemed most deserving. It was an extremely close vote between all three presenters, but the $9,200 donation went to Interfaith Caregivers of Burnett County who will use the donated funds to make the holidays brighter and winters warmer for many families in our area.
100 Women Who Care - Polk/Burnett meets quarterly, on the second Wednesday evening of February, May, August and November. At each meeting, three local non-profit groups are allowed to give a brief presentation to educate members about their cause. At the end of the presentations, each member votes anonymously for the group they feel is most deserving to receive their quarterly donation. Three different non-profit groups will be chosen at random from all eligible applicants to present each quarter. All groups who apply must operate in Polk and/or Burnett, Wisconsin counties and have 501(c)(3) status. Once a non-profit is selected to receive a donation, they will be removed from the eligible pool until all applicants have had the opportunity to present to the group. If a non-profit group is chosen to present, but is not chosen to receive the donation, they will be added back to the drawing after one calendar year. Group co-founder Julie Hall said “Even though we were not able to come together in person this quarter, our dedicated members still showed up in force! So many women went above and beyond to make their donation this quarter and I’m so grateful for their tenacity during these unique times. The enthusiasm of our membership leads me to believe this group will be around, making a difference, for a long time to come!” 100 Women Who Care - Polk/Burnett plan to hold their next meeting on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. If you are interested in joining the group or would like to submit an application to present, please visit www.100wwc-pb.weebly.com or send an inquiry to [email protected]. You can also “Like” the group on Facebook at “100 Women Who Care - Polk/Burnett” for information on upcoming meetings and donations made.
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