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Advisory board prioritizes restaurant partnerships, playroom renovation and transparency for fundraising
Summary
The board’s Events & Fundraising committee recommended restaurant-based partnerships for summer fundraising and reported small recent successes; members directed follow-up on an Ikea playroom renovation and emphasized clear communication about allocation of donations.
At the Feb. 19, 2026 meeting, Dan Rusin reported for the Events & Fundraising committee and proposed that the board focus on restaurant-based partnerships through the summer as an efficient, low-cost fundraising strategy.
Rusin cited recent benchmarks: a Cub Scout event that generated $300 and a partnership with Broom’s Bloom that netted $800. Dr. Andrée Mountain urged the board to formalize fundraising objectives, set monetary targets and develop a clear narrative explaining how funds will be used.
Angela Mangione said she will reach out to a contact at Ikea for specifics on a proposed playroom renovation; once details are available the agency will submit a request for approval. Paul Beaulieu stressed the importance of transparency in fundraising and clear communications about how donated funds will be allocated and the intended impact.
The board agreed to strengthen its public-relations capacity, including social media and promotional materials, and to follow up at a later date. Committee assignments made during the meeting included Paul joining Public Relations and Dr. Michele Campagna joining Events & Fundraising. The board also recorded program items including a $1,000 food pantry donation, playroom decorating and an August 2026 backpack giveaway.
