ANN: MY ADDITIONS ARE IN BLACK, BOLDED AND ITALICIZED--ANGIE
- Why should I join other studios in donating to Operation Smile? My studio already donates to local charities.
- What does the largest contributed studio receieve (other than knowing they helped change many children's lives)
Do any PPA dues go towards the funding of PPA Charities?
How did PPA Charities get started and how are my donations used?
Are donations tax deductible?
How do I make a donation to help PPA Charities?
Who runs PPA Charities?
PPA
Charities is a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit Georgia corporation. The
day-to-day operations of the organization are handled by one paid
staff member. The governing board of the Charity is made up of nine
(9) volunteer trustees elected by the PPA Board of Directors. The
current PPA President appoints appropriate PPA Board Liaison(s), and
the CFO of PPA serves as the treasurer. The Trustees are led by a
President and Vice President/Secretary. PPA provides staff support for
record-keeping, marketing, and legal advice.
Do any PPA dues go towards the funding of PPA Charities?
No.
PPA's only current financial commitment is in the form of staff support
to handle record-keeping, aid in marketing/communications and assist
the PPA Charities Board in securing information in planning our
conference-related events. Also, PPA's current President appoints PPA
Board Liaison(s), and the Chief Financial Officer of PPA sits on the
Board of Trustees of PPA Charities. This helps to ensure two-way
communication between the two groups.
How did PPA Charities get started and how are my donations used?
PPA
Charities was the brain child of Bert Behnke, past PPA president, and
his board of directors. Charities was formed in 1997, and by the end
of 1999, the foundation had raised over $110,000. A matching donation
from Burrell Professional Labs of $40,000 brought the perpetual fund
total to $150,000. In January of 2000, the first donation from PPA
Charities was presented to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS
Foundation in the amount of $10,000.
The goal of PPA Charities is to increase the capital fund to $500,000. This would allow the Charity to make substantial contributions to worthy children's charities each year. All donations are added to the perpetual fund until this goal has been reached. Once the fund is fully established, the charity will have longevity and stability without soliciting the same people year after year. Once we reach our goal, future special events will allow us even greater opportunities to support needy children.
In January 2005 during our kick-off event at Emeril's New Orleans, PPA Charities presented a check to Operation Smile (our charitable partner for four years) in the amount of $10,000. In 2008, PPA Charities reached the record of donating $52,000. This brought the total to almost $115,000, which accounts for almost 500 children obtaining life-changing surgery thanks to PPA members!
Are donations tax deductible?
Yes.
As PPA Charities is a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit group, all
contributions are deductible according to the laws of your specific
state. You should consult with your accountant for an exact answer.
How do I make a donation to help PPA Charities?
Remember, you can make a donation to PPA Charities
at any time for any reason...out of the kindness of your heart or in
honor or memory of a friend, colleague, or family member. You can also
support PPA Charities by attending our special events during Imaging
USA. Many affiliates have hosted events to benefit PPA Charities as
well. A very special way to support PPA Charities is to recognize the
accomplishments of friends and family members who receive PPA degrees
and awards with a donation.
