WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE

The Ways and Means committee is tasked with formulating, organizing, initiating, and implementing fundraising activities. The FNSA manages income for three major expense categories: scholarships, the annual convention, and operational expenses. Scholarships are funded by fundraising initiatives, donations, and sustaining memberships. Operational expenses, including some transportation and accommodation costs for FNSA board members attending official business, are covered by membership fees. The largest annual expense by far is the FNSA convention, covered by a combination of sponsorships and membership fees. All funds are managed via collaboration between the Secretary-Treasurer and Executive Director.

  • This committee is chaired by the Secretary-Treasurer voted into the position at the annual state convention. Their appointment continues for one year. Committee members are welcome to apply here at any time following the annual state convention. Their appointment continues for one year or up to six months following graduation.

  • Committee members are expected to work with FNSA and the committee on events and provide updates to the FNSA Executive Board. They are also tasked with initiating an exchange of ideas and information regarding fundraising activities regarding NSNA, FNSA, local chapters, and businesses. Members are encouraged to attend committee meetings, collaborate with nursing leaders and organizations, and promote student engagement in fundraising events through the following pathways:

    • Provide students with the resources needed to be knowledgeable of the fundraising process. 

    • Secure sponsorship deals and donations that fund scholarships and nursing student professional development through the FNSA Convention.

    • Secure active and sustaining memberships.

  • FNSA Bylaws - Article VII, Section 13

    SECTION 13. The Committee on Ways and Means shall: 

    1. Be chaired by the Treasurer and consist of members who represent each region of the state, when possible. 

    2. Formulate, organize, initiate, and implement fund-raising activities with prior approval of the Executive Board. 

    3. Be responsible for all FNSA Scholarship funds and monies from Pennies PRN. 

    4. Be responsible for sustaining membership drives. 

    5. Initiate an exchange of ideas and information regarding fund-raising activities between NSNA, FNSA, and local chapters. 

    6. Perform all other duties pertaining to the office.

    • Join the Ways and Means committee and share fundraising ideas

    • Participate in Pennies PRN and organize a Penny War

    • Partner with a local business or restaurant and host an event

    • Sell donated scrubs or uniforms to new incoming classes

    • Sell flowers and memorabilia during graduation and orientation

    • Put together and raffle off a gift basket

    • Design merchandise and sell it at the FNSA Convention

 

‍ ‍Committee Chairperson: Adisa Soumaila (Eastern Florida State College) - FNSA Secretary/Treasurer

Members

Blu Hood (Florida State College at Jacksonville)

Committee Member Application

Additional Resources

Fundraising Guidelines