Sisterhood for Good, Inc.
Together We Care. Together We Reach Out. Together We Achieve More.™
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
November 2023 -All problems relating to Covid have long since resolved and the organization is working on those issues that pertain to sustained growth. To that end, the committees on the Board have been reorganized and several co-chairs added to assist with the most labor-intense committee chair responsibilities such as fundraising and membership. Our most recent fundraising events have sold out; requiring us to implement planning to accommodate this growth. This growth has allowed the Sisterhood to award over $110,000 in the last fiscal year.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Annual Grants Program
SFG holds annual fundraisers. Combined with member Dues, SFG provides Grants each year to organizations and programs that matter most to our members. Grants can be submitted online at our website from January 1 through the last Friday of April. All members in good standing vote to provide grants to LOCAL non-profits in Sarasota, Manatee, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Where we work
External reviews
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Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Number of organizations applying for loans
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
Annual Grants Program
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
The growth for 2022 was limited as the Sisterhood asked any organization that had received grants for 2 consecutive years to refrain from applying this year.
Total number of grants awarded
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
Annual Grants Program
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Goals & Strategy
Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.
Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
Continue:
- SFG's two main revenue streams: Event Fundraisers - Membership Growth / Dues
- Messaging and brand awareness to the community at large
- Increase fundraising
- Grow membership
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
SFG's COMMUNITY OUTREACH: Participated as the featured "Charity of the Day / Month" with various
organizations, such as the Bradenton Marauders Baseball, Sarasota Farmers Market, etc.
- SFG plans to continue this type of outreach via events such as Music On Main, as well as
Guest Speaking at a variety of organized Clubs in the local area.
MEMBERSHIP GROWTH & DUES: For members who could not afford their Annual Dues in 2019 / 2020, SFG
allowed installments so revenue would continue to filter in, and members could continue to participate in all
events / voting. Since that time accommodations for members who can’t afford the dues has continued on an ad hoc basis given the continued economic uncertainty.
- SFG also launched "GOOD NEWS" - a quarterly Newsletter which keeps all members up-to-date on events,
volunteering and fundraising.
INCREASE FUNDRAISING: Via fun and interactive in-person events including monthly Happy Hours, as well as:
COMMUNITY PARTNERING: SFG partnered with a few community businesses who donate a portion of their
proceeds for all sales where purchasers use a specific "SFG CODE" at checkout. This provides additional
exposure to new potential members and donors, as well as establishes a third revenue stream.
MESSAGING & BRAND AWARENESS : Continued social media and articles featuring the organization
continued to do so though online social media, in-person events, and both online and print media exposure
featuring the organization.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
- MEMBERSHIP / DUES / DONATIONS
SFG's Communications Committee consists of nearly 20 capable and dedicated volunteers - some who are
marketing and advertising industry professionals. A paid part-time media consultant now assists with generating social media content.
* SFG's social media messaging has substantially increased:
- Profiles written on each of the Grant Recipient organizations;
- Established Annual Corporate Sponsor Awards with in-person award presentation to recipients,
with featured profiles published via social media;
- Reminders of donation opportunities, membership and the return of social gatherings.
* E-outreach to SFG's members via our quarterly Good News Newsletter;
* The website "Donate" button has been updated to add smaller more affordable amounts as an option;
* Updating and completing online profiles such as GuideStar and The Giving Partner.
- COMMUNITY PARTNERING: SFG partnered with a few community businesses who donate a portion of their
proceeds, for all sales where purchasers use a specific "SFG CODE" at checkout. This provides additional
exposure to new potential members and donors, as well as establishes a third revenue stream.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
SFG will hold its election for Board Officers and some Committee Chairs annually.
(Not all Terms expired at the same time)
- Some Terms took effect as at January 1 and others April 1.
Several training sessions are part of SFG's transition and on-boarding / process.
Individuals meetings in-person based on personal availability.
Phone calls and electronic communication continues on an as-needed basis.
Results are:
- Strategies in place
All Members, Board Members and Corporation Officers are 100% VOLUNTEER.
SFG is working diligently and communicating weekly to ensure continued positive outcomes.
How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To improve SFG's Annual Grants Program
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We act on the feedback we receive
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
We don't have any major challenges to collecting feedback
Financials
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Sisterhood for Good, Inc.
Board of directorsas of 11/20/2023
Ms. Maria MacDonald
Sisterhood For Good, Inc.
Term: 2022 - 2024
Angela Massaro-Fain
Retired
Amy Gorman
Cardinal Mooney High School
Graceann Frederico
Manatee County Bar Association
Kathy Collums
Gulfside Bank
Carrie Lewis
Retired
Jill Maciag
Ansell
Roxanne Sima
Purmort & Martin Insurance
Maureen Chesson
Retired
Lorri Kidder
Carr, Riggs & Ingram, CPA
Tracy Wolfe
Gulfside Bank
Laurel Corriveau
Hightower Advisors
Brenda Kleiber
RW Baird Investors
June Braithwaite
Business Benefits SPG
Pamela G Modisett
Realtor, Michael Saunders & Co.
Maria MacDonald
Retired
Christine Sisti
Self employed
Becca Towery
We’ve Got Style
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Not applicable -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Not applicable
Organizational demographics
Who works and leads organizations that serve our diverse communities? Candid partnered with CHANGE Philanthropy on this demographic section.
Leadership
The organization's leader identifies as:
Race & ethnicity
Gender identity
Transgender Identity
Sexual orientation
No data
Disability
No data
Equity strategies
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- We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.