To provide financial resources for The National Exchange Club’s Programs of Service and its national project, the Prevention of Child Abuse. “Unity For Service”

Both Tax Exempt and Tax Deductible

1966National Exchange Club Educational Foundation (Original) 1979The National Exchange Club Foundation for the Prevention of Child Abuse (2nd) 1999The National Exchange Club Foundation (NEC Foundation) Merged & Combined 2 earlier entities 2012CAP (Child Abuse Prevention) program moved to National Exchange Club The NEC Foundation continues to support the CAP program The NEC Foundation now strictly fundraising

Provides support to all Programs of Service Americanism One Nation Under God Give a Kid a Flag to Wave Responsibility 911 Freedom Shrines - Facts About the Famous Freedom Shrine Community Services Vial of Life Blue and Gold Award Book of Golden Deeds Crime and Fire Prevention Youth Recognition and Services Youth of the Year Scholarships - $10,000 A.C.E. Scholarships - $10,000 Local Projects Disaster Relief Hurricane Sandy Oklahoma Tornadoes

Provides support to Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Annual Symposium for CAP Center staff and Board New Directors Orientation Create & disseminate CAP related publications and materials. Time Out Teddy Child Abuse – There is an Answer Believe in the Blue Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Learn the Crying Code

Local Exchange Club use of 501 (c)(3) Certificate Passthrough Grants for Clubs A club’s donors gifts can “flow-thru” the Foundation (and back to the club), resulting in a tax deductible gift for the donor. Supports numerous projects in various local communities Public Service Announcements (PSA’s) & Billboard donations

Over $300,000 in direct charitable support is provided each year to the NEC Programs of Service and the national project, the Prevention of Child Abuse. Approximately $100,000 in Passthrough Grants are distributed each year. $6,500 in Disaster Relief Funds were collected for “Sandy” and the “Oklahoma Tornadoes” Another $200,000 is provided to NEC services. With additional donations, greater Foundation distributions will be possible. Ideally we would like to be able to distribute more than $750,000 each year!

Dues - $10 of every member’s Annual Dues are designated to help support the Foundation’s mission. Annual Campaign – A mailing toward the end of the year gives members the opportunity to support the Foundation individually and as a club. Ocean Campaign – Encourages small, individual giving at each Club meeting. Campaign for Kids – Each January clubs are given the opportunity to host a special project or make a specific donation to support the CAP (Child Abuse Prevention) program and centers, fund the Youth of the Year and ACE Scholarships, and in general help support our various Youth programs and recognition. Endowment Income – A portion of the investment income from funds donated to the Endowment provides additional annual support.

Gala Awards Dinner – Proceeds from the dinner and a live auction provides funding for the Gala Awards and additional support for the Foundation’s mission. Silent Auction – Proceeds from bidding on, and purchasing items donated by Individuals, Clubs, Districts, and Companies help support the Foundation and its mission.

Berkey Fellowship – Named in honor of our founder, Charles A. Berkey, this is a unique group of men and women who have chosen to support the Foundation with a gift of $1,000 in the NEC fiscal year. Fellows attending the National Convention are invited to a unique dinner in their honor. Heritage Society – Membership is reserved for those who have informed us that they have included the National Exchange Club Foundation in their Estate Plan. Members in attendance at the National Convention are invited to an exclusive breakfast.

Cash, Check, or Credit/Debit Card Retirement Account Funds May be particularly attractive to those 70 ½ and older Take mandated withdrawals and avoid taxes Insurance Policies Securities (stocks & bonds) Highly appreciated ones may have significant tax savings Full Value of Gift is Tax Deductible Avoid Capital Gains Tax Real Estate Vehicles/Watercraft Collections Etc.Talk to the NEC Foundation staff

Endowment – Endowment principle is never spent; the funds are invested and the NEC Foundation receives a percentage of the earnings each year as unrestricted support… in perpetuity (forever) Where needed most (Unrestricted) – these monies can be used where ever needed: programs, operations, fundraising, donor recognition, etc.

Restricted – you may restrict your donation to your favorite area: Americanism Community Service Youth programs, recognition, & scholarship Our national project, CAP (Child Abuse Prevention) Other (some restrictions may apply) Club Building Capital Needs Recruiting New Members Member Communications (Exchange Today, etc.) What is important to you?

Cash or Check Credit/Debit Card One Gift or Monthly Giving American Express Discover MasterCard Visa Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) Automatic Monthly Deduction from your Checking/Savings Account Securities Transfer Estate Plan Gift Annuity - Get a tax deduction and a guaranteed lifetime income Other

In Person Mail National Exchange Club Foundation 3050 Central Avenue Toledo, OH Call (419) or (800) Online at the NEC website:

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