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As the Flint Institute of Arts has grown over the years, so has its need for financial support and I would like to thank all of you for supporting the FIA through your membership. I especially want to thank those of you who have made contributions over and above your membership. Your generosity has had a measurable effect on helping the FIA to better serve the community.
In 2011, the number of annual appeal donors increased, and overall income was up 17% over 2010. The annual wine tasting event saw an increase of 10% in its number of sponsors. Attendance to the annual beer tasting event increased by 18% and the Community Gala, held just last month, had over 300 guests. For The Party in June, the trend may be continuing as the number of donors has already surpassed what it was this time last year.
As audiences grow, the FIA also needs extra help to plan and deliver the wide variety of high quality, fun events, and programs. Volunteers have become an invaluable asset, lending assistance on exhibitions, films, studio experiences, lectures, events, book discussions, family activities and diversity initiatives, to meet the community's expectations by fulfilling the FIA's mission to advance the understanding and appreciation of art for all. Typically, volunteers are motivated by the satisfaction they receive from their involvement with both each other and those they serve. It is through their efforts that the FIA has achieved being a place where visitors can connect art with social interaction offering something for everyone.
You can choose to volunteer for one or more of the many projects that serve our audiences. As an FIA volunteer you will be rewarded in many ways: with the camaraderie of other volunteers, expressed appreciation from expanding audiences and fundraising successes that are then recognized by the FIA at a special annual event. This year's Volunteer Appreciation Reception is scheduled for April 18, 2012. For more information or to complete a volunteer form online, click here.
As you will see in this issue of the FIA Magazine, the coming months offer an exciting array of events and activities. I look forward to seeing you here soon and invite you to bring a friend.
John B. Henry III
Director
In 2011, the number of annual appeal donors increased, and overall income was up 17% over 2010. The annual wine tasting event saw an increase of 10% in its number of sponsors. Attendance to the annual beer tasting event increased by 18% and the Community Gala, held just last month, had over 300 guests. For The Party in June, the trend may be continuing as the number of donors has already surpassed what it was this time last year.
As audiences grow, the FIA also needs extra help to plan and deliver the wide variety of high quality, fun events, and programs. Volunteers have become an invaluable asset, lending assistance on exhibitions, films, studio experiences, lectures, events, book discussions, family activities and diversity initiatives, to meet the community's expectations by fulfilling the FIA's mission to advance the understanding and appreciation of art for all. Typically, volunteers are motivated by the satisfaction they receive from their involvement with both each other and those they serve. It is through their efforts that the FIA has achieved being a place where visitors can connect art with social interaction offering something for everyone.
You can choose to volunteer for one or more of the many projects that serve our audiences. As an FIA volunteer you will be rewarded in many ways: with the camaraderie of other volunteers, expressed appreciation from expanding audiences and fundraising successes that are then recognized by the FIA at a special annual event. This year's Volunteer Appreciation Reception is scheduled for April 18, 2012. For more information or to complete a volunteer form online, click here.
As you will see in this issue of the FIA Magazine, the coming months offer an exciting array of events and activities. I look forward to seeing you here soon and invite you to bring a friend.
John B. Henry III
Director
