Requirements
The best local charitable evets shall be any event (A) Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions in accordance with Code Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code and (B) Involved in a non-profit organization, or a designated representative thereof, for the primary purpose of making grants and/or contributions to local charitable causes to improve our local community and/or to empower local citizens.
Judging Criteria:
Sustained achievement in fundraising
Recognized leadership with a reputation for excellence within the nonprofit as well as with the public at large
High ethical standards and compliance with generally accepted standards for management and public disclosure
Personal reasoning (if any) for selected beneficiary of charitable event
Dollar amount raised in 2025 and initial goal
Percentage of each dollar given directly to beneficiaries of the charity
All entrants must be members of the BIA's Sales & Marketing Council in order to qualify. Staff will verify your membership status. SMC Membership is $105/year/person for BIA Member Companies and $250/year for non-members.