Membership

Important Dates:

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Jan 15, 2021

May 17, 2021*

Jun 30, 2021

Members of the Orchid Giving Circle®,  a sisterhood of Asian women, can expect to be active philanthropists and make a meaningful impact with a human values mindset.  They must be Asian or of Asian descent willing to promote philanthropy for the benefit of Asians in North Texas.  The impact to these communities results from the collective, volunteer efforts and talents from our members through committee leadership, advocacy, grant-making, and fundraising.  Since inception, areas of support through nonprofit organizations have included cultural, humanitarian and civic awareness, education, physical and mental health, medical support, domestic violence and the arts.

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• Member renewal deadline:  January 15, 2021

• New membership application deadline: May 17, 2021*

• Financial fulfillment deadline: June 30, 2021
  
  *2021 Membership year

Application Process

New Member application deadline: May 17, 2021*

Financial fulfillment deadline: June 30, 2021

Potential candidates must be sponsored by an existing Orchid Giving Circle® member and are required to complete an application which includes a link to the applicant's LinkedIn profile.  Applications are available starting May 1, 2021 and must be submitted by May 17, 2021.  Applicants will receive a LinkedIn connection request from an Orchid Giving Circle® member to complete the process.  Applicants have an opportunity to talk or meet with Nomination Committee members if they have any questions after they apply.  The financial commitment of $2,500.00 must be received by June 30, 2021 for official membership. Memberships are renewed annually on January 15th.

New Member On-Boarding

New members formally introduced at the Fall Grantee Celebration

The Membership Committee of volunteer leaders each facilitate a small group of new members into active engagement in Orchid Giving Circle®.  New members will learn about the concept of philanthropy and nonprofit organizations.  Small group leaders will provide information about active involvement in Orchid Giving Circle® ambassadorship, social media, special events, grants review, new member invitation, and membership.

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The Membership Committee will meet with new members in the Summer.  New members will be formally introduced at the Member Retreat.

Membership Events

Events will occur throughout the year

Orchid Giving Circle® has three main events that we encourage all members to attend.  Ad hoc gatherings and fundraising events are independently arranged by members.

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• Grant Review: Spring

• Grantee Celebration: Fall

• Member Retreat: Winter