Purpose Provide a chance for sharing new ideas Set Goals Set Financial Goals Achieve Objectives Encourage new input PLEASE feel free to make changes to this plan!!
Please Ask Questions and make changes “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” “Albert Einstein”Albert Einstein
The Age Article Written in the genes Mario Xuereb and Peter Munro November 2, 2008 Discusses SCA Great Future in genetic testing and research An Inspirational Story Creates Awareness Already so many positive responses
Trial Mission Statement “To promote and support spinocerebellar ataxia in all forms and to lead the quest for knowledge, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of SCA, with support from communities worldwide”
What are our strengths and Weaknesses Strengths Members & families are very passionate Great leaders & online support We are making great progress An exciting time for progress in research Large member base (paid & unpaid) Weaknesses We need to commit and get things done Fear of losing momentum & positive approach Small compared to other foundations SCA is not well known We need more money
What are our opportunities and threats Opportunities A great chance to expand!! We have already experienced such a great response!! People are really interested in helping!!!! Opportunities are endless!!! RESEARCH Grants!!! Future treatment and Cures are not far away! Threats Fear of losing support Need to bounce back if our attempts are knocked back
Initial Objectives Increase household awareness of SCA 1 out every 50 people! (In Melbourne to start) Double paid membership base by March 2009 Create Substantial Fundraising initiative Search for Government Grants Find sources for more Revenue $$$ ??
How Will We Meet These Objectives? Please Provide input…. I have some Ideas on the next slide as well
Strategies Awareness- Brochures, Stickers, online, Website Development Paid membership- Offer simple payment method + member benefits and payment guide and instructions Substantial Fundraising- Think BIG! Create a SCA day, colorful wrist bands, hospital fund raisers!
Strategies..Continued Search for Government Grants- Lobby Government intermediaries + Hospitals Find sources for more Revenue $$$- Look at other non-for profit companies. Where do they find their money? - Sponsorship? - Shareholders? - Large donations?
Conclusions We have already made so much progress and can do so much more for the next meeting and the future of our organisation STAY COMMITED & POSITIVE AND WE WILL SEE RESULTS