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on the baskets, thank you for your contributions. It does take a village and the Foundation, working along with committees of the FDCC, makes for a strong village capable of great results.
Along those lines, based upon discussions at the Annual Meeting, the Foundation will be partnering with FedLife to expand its offerings and foster a positive impact on the underserved in those communities where we hold our major meetings and conferences. We are always looking for new ways to bring value to our members as well the greater legal community.
In the past the Foundation has successfully conducted many silent auctions, with items such as wine and event tickets, as well as vacation options. Raffles have
In addition to the ease in which you can contribute to the Foundation with your dues payment and through the website, the Foundation also receives bequests in wills, stocks and other legacy giving.
been used for fundraising as well, including 50/50 raffles, as well as raffles for upgraded room rewards at certain meetings. While these programs have been successful for the Foundation, fresh fund-raising ideas are always welcome. The Foundation is currently working onplansfortheupcomingWinter Meeting in Palm Desert, California.
As an FDCC Member you are automatically a member of the Foundation. New members and old members alike are encouraged to learn more about the Foundation and become active in promoting
its mission. After all, a win for the Foundation is a win for the FDCC. We look forward to working with each of you this year. If you would like more information on the Foundation, go to thefederation.org and peruse the FDCC Foundation pages or reach out to any of the Foundation Board Members. We welcome the contact.
FDCC Defense Counsel Member Debra T. Varner is President of the FDCC Foundation and a Member of Varner & Van Volkenburg inClarksburg,WV.Contactherat: dtvarner@vv-wvlaw.com.
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