International Women’s Club, Inc.

Committees

Nominations Committee

The Nominations Committee oversees the electoral process of the International Women’s Club, Inc. It identifies and prepares members to serve on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors. The committee begins its work in December by speaking with prospective candidates to ascertain their interest and the skills needed to serve as President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. The respective job descriptions are shared with the prospective candidates based on the position of interest. Once members commit to serve, the committee prepares a slate of candidates that is first presented to the Board of Directors and then to the full membership for a vote at the Annual General Membership Meeting in May.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee comprises members who have a background in finance. The committee’s primary role is to advise the President and Treasurer on how best to leverage the Club’s finances. It reviews the current and proposed budgets and makes recommendations to the President, Treasurer, and Board of Directors. The committee meets quarterly and when special needs arise.

Technology Committee

The Technology Committee comprises members who have expertise and/or interest in using and managing technology. The committee has primary responsibility for overseeing the design and maintenance of the club’s website. It also is responsible for overseeing all other areas of technology including, but not limited to, speakers, microphones, projectors, extension cords, etc.

Charities, Service, and Development Committee

The Charities, Service, and Development Committee includes members who have an interest in executing the Club’s commitment to serving the community.  Through the Founder’s Legacy Fund, the Club is committed to annually supporting the Culinary Arts Program at Howard Technical High School and the Ronald McDonald House at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware.  The committee also collects and distributes in-kind products to organizations such as The Supportive Transitional & Emergency Housing Ministry (STEHM), Friendship House, Table of Plenty, Food Bank of Delaware, and other non-profit organizations that address the needs of underserved communities in Wilmington, Delaware.