Draft Charge
From Earth Science Information Partners (ESIP)
This draft charge to the Foundation for Earth Science's new Development Committee is intended to be a starting point for discussion.
Foundation for Earth Science Development Committee
Membership: 3 Board members, Executive Director (ex officio)
Chair: Elected by Full Board
Committee Mission: The Foundation for Earth Science’s Development Committee will identify and cultivate new sources of funding for priorities identified in consultation with the ESIP Federation’s Executive Committee.
Committee Objectives:
- 1. Focus on a broad range of fundraising and outreach efforts including: grants, cooperative agreements, partnerships, contracts, planned giving programs and individual and corporate financial support.
- 2. Develop and implements a annual fundraising plan consistent with the ESIP Federation’s strategic plan and ESIP Federation-identified priority activities.
- 3. Develop an evolving capacity for fundraising, including identification of new Board members.
- 4. Promote public awareness by seeking cultivation opportunities.
