DFA Trust Quarterly Call - June 29

Written by: Dina Wolkoff on Jun 5, 2006 5:23 PM EDT

Linked to groups: DFA Trust

Hello, DFA Trustees!

We'd like to schedule the 2nd DFA Trust Conference Call for Thursday, June 29th. Please let Holly Webster or me know what time of day is your preference.

We have a goal of raising $1 million by the end of June 30... we're getting closer, thanks to all of you and your continued support.

If you live in Connecticut, DFA and MoveOn Political Action are having a rally in New Haven on Thursday - check the blog. Jim, Tom, Chris, and several DFA interns are driving down from Vermont.

Holly has posted some photos from recent DFA fundraising events in Pasadena and Seattle... Jim and I also went to fundraisers in Portola Valley and San Francisco about 3 weeks ago. Thanks to the trustees, DFA supporters, and those new to DFA for coming out!

We ended the fundraising swing in Seattle, where donor/member Dal LaMagna -- after hearing Jim talk about DFA's work at the local, statewide, and national level, issued a challenge: "I believe in what DFA is doing. I will match dollar for dollar every contribution that comes in from this point out!" -- Jim was speechless, and people were motivated to give a little more.

Looking forward to talking with you on June 29.

Dina Wolkoff

Conference call notes...

Written by: Dina Wolkoff on Apr 9, 2006 11:37 PM EDT

Linked to groups: DFA Trust

DFA Trust conference call

Thanks to all who joined Jim Dean, Holly, and me on our first DFA Trust conference call! I apologize for this post going up so late. Monica - I understand about not being a phone person. I'm going to be updating this blog more regularly with updates.

Our DFA-Trust membership drive generated 58 new Trustees!! Let me repeat that -- 58 current DFA donors have signed up to make monthly contributions.

Your monthly contributions give us a firm foundation, and allow us to plan for the future, knowing we have this financial stream coming in every month. THANK YOU!

On the call, Jim gave an update of our current membership on DFA-Link -- number of groups, NEW members through the Roots Tourney (congratulations NJ for Democracy!), and discussed some local races. He answered questions about DFA's positions in some races (AZ congressional race with DFA-Phoenix supported Larry King), talked about the endorsement process. And also urged people to come to DemocracyFest in July!

Please call me or email me, or Holly, at any time. We want to hear from you.

Dina Wolkoff
dwolkoff@democracyforamerica.com

Holly Webster

Friday conference call

Written by: Dina Wolkoff on Mar 27, 2006 11:22 AM EST

Linked to groups: DFA Trust

I'm so excited to see your names on the RSVP list for our call with Jim on Friday. The DFA Trust -- already strong in numbers and contributions -- is coming to life with our voices!

I just returned from Atlanta, where we had a fundraiser -- 35 people from all over the city, suburbs, several DFA-Link groups attended. . . Including Minnie Ruffin. When Minnie called to get directions, she said, "I'm Minnie Ruffin, and I'm a DFA Trust member."

Minnie hadn't been to a DFA event in a while, so we were thrilled to meet her. Thanks, Minnie!

Talk to you on Friday.

Dina

Dial-in #: 1-888-346-3950
Access Code: 457765 (#)

Welcome, DFA-Trust members!

Written by: Dina Wolkoff on Mar 8, 2006 2:07 PM EST

Linked to groups: DFA Trust

Dear DFA Trustees,

Many of you have been monthly donors for several years now. Some of you are new to DFA.

Thank you for your consistent and generous support of our work. You know how important it is to build on our national network of citizen activism --- not only for 2006 but for the long term.

We are thrilled formally announce our monthly giving program, the DFA Trust. We look forward to having quarterly conference calls with Jim Dean, our chair, and DFA Trustees - YOU!

Please contact Holly Webster or me at any time. We want to hear from you.

Thanks again,

Dina Wolkoff
DFA Finance Director

DFA Training 1/28 - 1/29 in Montpelier

Written by: Dina Wolkoff on Jan 5, 2006 12:29 PM EST

Linked to groups: Addison County DFALink

Hi, everyone!

I wanted to let you know that Democracy for America will be holding a Training Academy for campaign and grassroots organizing skills later this month in Montpelier. It's a 2-day training.

Greetings and Happy New Year - May 2006 bring us a profound change of national leadership!

PLEASE SAVE THESE DATES & JOIN US:

Democracy for America (DFA) Training Academy & Central VT DFA present:

THE FIRST NATIONAL GRASSROOTS ORGANIZING TRAINING OF 2006
Sat. & Sun. January 28 & 29, 2006

8:30-5:30PM each day

Montpelier High School, Montpelier

- Learn the ropes of effective grassroots organizing

- Practice your skills and network with other
activists from around VT
and the region

- Learn what you can do to help upcoming issue and
candidate campaigns

- National-level trainers and local experts

- Food and fun social activities provided

- Free and low cost overnight accomodations available

- Very affordable tuition - scholarships offered

STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS - VISIT Link
starting in January and choose "Events" to find out more and to register -

SPACE IS LIMITED

For more info contact:

Andrea Stander, Central VT DFA Co-Coordinator
802-223-1971 - bluemocha2003@yahoo.com

thank you!!

Written by: Dina Wolkoff on Dec 14, 2005 11:51 AM EST

Linked to groups: San Francisco for Democracy

Thanks, everyone, and especially SA, Ralph, Lucinda, Will, Stephanie, and Tom for making our DFA fundraiser with Jim last week such a success!!!

I also appreciate the generous contributions.

It was energizing and inspiring to meet you all. I returned to the office and told everyone how focused, hardworking and fun the SF groups are.

We'll be in touch. Thanks again.

Dina Wolkoff
DFA Finance Director