SALIS Development Committee

Members: Barbara Weiner, Chair; Andrea Mitchell

History & Purpose:

The Development Committtee was created in May 2007 at the Board Strategic Planning meeting in Reno for the purpose of helping to secure the organization's financial sustainability by broadening its base of revenue.

Communication: The committee communicates by email and phone.

Projects & Activities:

• Oversee and track donations to SALIS via the Support SALIS link on the website;
• Oversee and track revenue from the Bookstore affiliates program;
• Seek sponsorship dollars, such as those provided for each conference, e.g. 2008 and 2009 conferences;
• Search for foundations/government agencies that may be sources of funding, and monitor their websites to stay current with what is available;
• Be on the alert for new project ideas and communicate to the Board about fiscal opportunities for SALIS;
• Assist with proposals or letters of intent when potential projects are identified.