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IUDM Alumni Board:
Mission
The mission of Indiana University Dance Marathon Alumni Board is to develop and enhance the
involvement of IU Dance Marathon Alumni and future Alumni in supporting the mission and goals.
Goals
- Involvement:
- To nurture relationships with current and future alumni and encourage them to get involved in the marathon through their time, talents, and/or treasure
- Fundraising:
- To cultivate alumni and corporate sponsors for donations to support the operations of the marathon
- Relationship Management:
- Long Term Planning to ensure the quality of our future marathons by continuing to develop organization goals, strategies, and measures for the long term success (5-10 years) – Endowment, etc..
- Promote and enhance effective communications between the University, Exec Members, Riley, and its alumni
- Training:
- To coordinate and promote programs (aka retreats) that instill good will and pride, and provide opportunities for professional growth and social interaction
Competitive Landscape:
- IUDM.org Alumni Section (you’re here)
- Thon.org Alumni Section
- They provide call to action for alumni on student website
- IUSF Alumni Section
- They provide a link to IUAA page
- IUAA page
Required Commitment/Parameters for involvement on Board
- Previous IUDM Experience/Involvement
- Two Year Position
- Be an Active Member
- Attend Monthly Conference Calls
- Attend at least 3 of the following: Winter Retreat, Golf Outing, Fall Retreat, and Gala
- Attend the Marathon
- Make progress versus your job descriptions
- Fundraising Goal of at least $500
IUDM Alumni Board Position Descriptions:
President – Molly Giles (2011 – 2014)
- Work with Foundation staff to plan and implement successful giving campaigns and fundraising events
- Work with Foundation staff and hospital leadership to ensure that an engaging, compelling, and appropriate story is being told regarding how dollars are being spent
- Plan, chair and lead all Alumni Board meetings with support from Foundation staff and the Executive Council
- Participate in planning meetings and conference calls
- Inspire interest and enthusiasm about Indiana University Dance Marathon amongst council members, alumni, and general donors
- Assume final responsibility for Alumni Board activities such as marketing, e-communications, retreats, etc.
- Participate actively and enthusiastically in the promotion of Indiana University Dance Marathon—include speaking at various events, meeting with key prospects or Riley leadership, etc.
- Be visible and make frequent public appearances in Bloomington—during meetings, retreats, events, etc.
- Generate ideas to share with Foundation staff and IUDM Exec Council; cultivate new donors; and encourage previous donors to increase their contribution and commitment to IUDM
- Mentor and Work with BOM on IUDM Exec and provide support as needed and requested
Vice President – Tommy Dooling (2011 – 2013)
- “Life after IUDM” program – idea to bring it to life with External
- Twice a year meet as a “lead team” with Riley, Exec, and Pres/VP to talk through long term plans
- Mentor and Work with external and events Exec Focus Groups and provide support as needed and requested
- Identify and Cultivate “Prime Prospects” to donate to IUDM (working with President and Exec Council)
- Create a Program for Alumni Giving
Treasurer – Kevin King (2012-2014)
- Mentor and Work with finance IUDM Exec Focus Groups and provide support as needed and requested
- Evaluate what are we missing from year to year with turnover
- Manage Financial Risks and Opportunities
- Work with President to help shape 5-10 year vision of our organizations goals, strategies, and measures
Secretary & Historian – Ashley Dooling (2012-2014)
- Ensure Alumni Feel involved (Social, Emotional, Mentor, Updates on IUDM, Professional connections…)
- Take and share out the meeting notes for Alumni Board Meetings
- Help preserve & document IUDM’s history by soliciting and collecting stories and facts from alumni about past marathons
- Mentor and Work with internal IUDM Exec Focus Groups and provide support as needed and requested
External VPs – Carly Dachis (2011 – 2014) & Annie McNulty (2013-2014)
- Compile and distribute monthly newsletters to keep alumni involved and updated
- Develop and connect with IUDM Exec Alumni through e-mail and local fundraising events
- “Life after IUDM” program – idea to bring it to life with Vice President•
- Plan Alumni Events for week of Marathon
- Mentor external and events Focus Group and provide support as needed and requested, especially Alumni relations and positions requesting help from alumni
Internal VPs – Christopher Holland (2011 – 2014) & Erica Goldenburg (2013-2014)
- Plan and Lead IUDM Exec Winter Retreat
- Plan and Lead IUDM Exec Fall Retreat
- Create a transition checklist with Exec to help during turn-over to create more efficiency and prevent loss of information
- Provide a special recognition gift during the alumni brunch during the DM weekend in order to encourage more upgraded gifts during Dance Marathon
- Mentor and Work with internal IUDM Exec Focus Groups and provide support as needed and requested




