The $10 from each of us

Hey Guys

just reminding you that there are quite a few of you that have yet to contribute $10. i have the envelope and will bring it to class, i will hope that those of you that didn't , and you know who you are, will contribute your $10 tomorrow. if you have a problem with shelling out the money by tomorrow, because i know this reminder is a little short notice, just let me know.

On a side note, i counted the money that was given so far and counted what was written on the envelope and someone wrote that they put in $10 and didn't. The amount in the envelope doesn't match the amount that should be in there according to who signed the envelope.

thanks

Jenna

How to Write a Fundraising Letter

Hey guys, just trying to write the optimum letter for fundraising purposes. I think i suck at writing because i'm not satisfided with what i've writen so far. But most of what i need to write this letter we haven't figured out yet like...
- A name for the exhibition. in the letter our group has to be properly and formaly introduced and saying we're a bunch of senior collage students might not totally cut it.
- Exact figures, it would be better to say exactly how much we need and what exactly we need it for.
- When do we need the money buy and who do they make the check out to.

This letter has to convince them that giving us money is a good idea. we want to sell the exhibtion in a way. but we can't over do it of course.

so any suggestions feel free to make them.

Price Quotes for Targum ad

Hey guys, I just asked my boss for the price in printing an ad for the Targum. A quarter page black and white ad will cost us about $130-150.

By the way, a quarter page is either one of the following dimensions:
5.783 x 7 inches
9.75 x 4 inches

Notes From Thesis (2/5/10)

Here is the list of deadlines, estimates and goals we all discussed on Friday:

Estimated Costs

Roughly $2,000 for Opening (food)

Roughly $1,000 for Publicity
$300 : about 500 color postcards
$100 : about 50 color posters
$600 : 25 page color catalog

Estimated raw space per person: 12 ft x 12 ft

For Friday:

The fundraising group agreed to have the template for a formal letter asking for donations for our thesis exhibition.

A minimum of $10.00 per person to contribute to our thesis fund.

Describe your work in a few sentences for publicity group

So I thought there was a post concerning this, and I know it is important for the publicity group to have some words from each of us ASAP about our work. I haven't found the post, so I'm starting a new one.
Everyone who gets onto this, add your comment and write a few sentences about your stuff so the publicity group can get started on the catalog.
By the way - How does publicity want to get photos/images of our stuff? I guess we would have to post individually and add an image into the post.

Here's mine:
From my first experience with clay, I was fascinated by it. This feeling has never left me. Clay makes me aware of its connection to human history, as well as the bond between humans and the earth. My vessels allude to my early interest in functional ceramics, while providing a vehicle for sculptural exploration. I welcome the challenges and unexpected surprises that come to me when working in clay. I appreciate its connection as a medium that is both ancient and contemporary. The longevity of ceramics merits respect.

Potluck It

Hey.

So I think I should further explain how much cheaper the potluck idea would work. Here's the breakdown I've come up with:

There are roughly 40 of us. And we are estimating about 700 people to come to this event (that's the number we came up with in class today).
If each person cooks for 18 people we will have enough food.
We can decide on 5 items to make. Then have 5 groups of 8 make the dishes (meaning all the people in one group will make the same item).
As far as expenses are concerned, I am estimating about $20 a person which totals to $800.

So with $20 and an hour or two of your time, we could have simple homemade opening.

As far as suggestions for what to make:
Cookies
Brownies
Baked Ziti
Wraps
If any vegans, vegetarians have special dishes that are easy to make in bulk PLEASE let me know. I know nothing of the sort.


Let me know what you all think.
I don't think it should be shot down so quickly because it causes you to work a few more man hours. If everyone pulls their weight and gets it done, it could be really great.


ALSO: I'd add another $100-$150 for the little things: Utensils, Warmers (those little flame things under the food that needs to keep hot), Tray Holders, Napkins, Drinks. The first three items can be bought at Amazing Saves for pretty cheap, or even the dollar store. Napkins and Drinks could be bought by someone who has a costco/sam's membership card.

So all in all we are talking about $1,000 at the most for a fully prepared opening. Pretty cheap.

Fund raising

hey Guys,

Just a reminder from last class. The Fund Raising committy has asked the whole group to contribute at least $10 by February 19th. If you have any problems please feel free to speak to me.

Thanks

Jenna