The SHRM Foundation

SHRM Foundation Overview Nonprofit affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Legally separate, 501(c)(3) organization Separate Board of Directors and budget Not funded by SHRM membership dues

SHRM Foundation Overview Mission: The SHRM Foundation advances global human capital knowledge and practice by providing thought leadership and educational support; and sponsoring, funding and driving the adoption of cutting - edge, actionable, evidence-based research.

SHRM Foundation Overview Programs: Support researchers who bring us greater understanding of the complexities of HR (research grants) Assist individuals in their pursuit of greater academic credentials (scholarships) Create complimentary materials that explain how practitioners can capitalize on the new knowledge that research provides (educational products)

Research Grants Provides multi-year grants for high-impact, original HR research More than $3.8 million funded in research grants Relevant, actionable insights for HR practitioners The SHRM Foundation is the leading funder of HR research.

Research Grants Research shows what works and builds HR’s credibility. Broad range of research topics funded: Healthy Adoption of Mobile Communications When Talent Loss Poses the Greatest Risk Best Places to Work: How “Making the List” Impacts the Strength and Sustainability of Subsequent Recruitment and Turnover Outcomes

Scholarship Programs We are shaping the future of HR by investing more than $175,000 annually in education and certification scholarships. $122,500 annually to support SHRM members pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree or professional certification – 130 awards: 20 education ($2,000 each) and 110 certification ($750 each) – 30 additional certification awards were added for 2014! – Online applications are due July 15 $55,000 annually for SHRM student members for education or professional certification – Online applications are due November 1

Educational Products Effective Practice Guidelines Concise summary of emerging trends based on relevant research. Easy to read; accessible for practitioners All titles available for complimentary download from the Foundation web site We offer unmatched knowledge for the benefit of the professional workforce by providing educational products that help HR practitioners become strategic business leaders.

Educational Products DVD Series Real-world case studies of successful companies, highlighting strategic HR in action Complete teaching tool with discussion guide and PowerPoint slides Viewable on the Foundation web site Pre-approved for certification credit

Educational Products Executive Briefings This series makes research-based knowledge more accessible to organizational leaders The briefings summarize relevant human capital research and expert opinion to provide a concise overview of each topic

Fundraising: Annual Campaign Annual Campaign Fundraising State & Chapter Leadership Campaigns Give on the Go SHRM Member Renewal Forms Individual Donations Special Events Chapter and State Council Donations Corporate Sponsorship / Donations Matching Gifts In Honor Of / In Memory Of gifts In Lieu of Speakers’ Fees Annual Board Commitment Major Gifts Council / Leadership Circle

2013 Annual Campaign Success Maintaining our high level of fundraising, in spite of economic trends! Annual Campaign Revenue: Campaign Total: $1,000,000+

SHRM State Councils National Special Events (Auctions) Corporate & Organizational Gifts SHRM Chapters Individuals Sponsorships Chapters and State Councils = 58% Individuals = 23%Corporations = 19%

Communications Quarterly Core Leadership Area (CLA) webinars Monthly regional newsletters Social Media updates on Facebook and Twitter Regional team members - contact your Regional Administrator to be certain you are listed in the SHRM database as a CLA Leader Membership Advisory Council members

Volunteer Resources

General Resources SHRM Foundation Overview SHRM Foundation Ad Annual Campaign Brochure Printable Donation Form Foundation Scholarship & Award Spreadsheet Get Involved Form SHRM Foundation News Articles

Volunteer Resources Fundraising Tools: Cultivation, Solicitation & Stewardship

Volunteer Resources Getting Started SHRM Foundation Volunteer Success Guide SHRM Foundation Gift Recording Procedures Champions & SHAPE General Resources for the Annual Campaign Running a Silent Auction For State Councils Only Using the SHRM Foundation Logo

Frequently Asked Questions Where do I mail the donation? SHRM Foundation P.O. Box Baltimore, MD Who should checks be made payable to? – “SHRM Foundation” – Include your Chapter or Council’s full name (no abbreviations), mailing address & Chapter number for Chapter donations Do you accept credit cards? – Yes. Visa, MasterCard & American Express – Please include a completed SHRM contribution form with all credit card donations Do you accept online donations? – Yes, at If using a personal credit card on behalf of a Chapter or State Council, please communicate this clearly in the “Additional Explanation” fieldhttp://

SHAPE/Foundation Champions

Shaping the Future of HR More information is available online: Questions? Michael Ressegue Development Coordinator Looking for Resources to be Sent to You? Elissa Soares Foundation Administrator