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Elevating the visibility, influence and contribution of women leaders

Annual Report 2012The minerva foundaTion for bc women

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Your GeneroSiTY iS The foundaTion for our SucceSS.

One of the most rewarding parts of my work with the Minerva Foundation for BC Women is witnessing, first-hand, the generosity of the many people and organizations that share

our vision to change the face of leadership in BC.

With the support of our donors, partners, staff and volunteers, the Minerva Foundation directly impacted the lives of more than 360 women and girls in 2012. From senior executives, recent immigrants and single mothers to university and college students and Grade 11 girls, the Minerva Foundation continues to elevate the visibility, influence and contribution of women leaders.

This past year we were thrilled to expand our education awards program with seven new multi-year awards, boosting the education awards portfolio by 21 per cent. Education Awards continue to be a foundational program for the Minerva Foundation, and in partnership with 24 accredited educational institutions across BC, we were able to support more than 90 students in financial need.

Leadership development and economic security continue to be key programming focuses for the Minerva Foundation, with the delivery of 14 programs across the province in 2012.

We celebrated leadership, excellence and philanthropy with a number of successful events in 2012. Our Women In™ luncheon, which recognizes women’s contributions in a particular industry, brought together more than 400 people in the technology sector and recognized the work of four honourees. All About Minerva,

a silent auction gala, allowed us to partner with local businesses to raise funds for our programs, and the Spirit of Minerva Awards recognized the incredible impact made by our alumna and volunteers.

As our public profile continues to grow and we focus our efforts on public and alumnae engagement, sound communications efforts will be key to our continued success. With this in mind, we are happy to report that 2012 saw the expansion of our team to include a dedicated marketing role. We also refreshed our brand, rolling out a vibrant new look that honours our roots, but grounds us firmly in the present. With the help of a dedicated team of volunteers, we launched a new website, with improved functionality and design, allowing us to feature more of the inspirational stories from our donors, volunteers and alumna, while keeping you up to date on our programs, news, events and campaigns.

I hope you find the highlights in this report informative and inspiring, and we look forward to the exciting opportunities that 2013 will bring.

fiona douglas-cramptonchief executive officer

We extend our sincere gratitude to the many donors and volunteers who give generously.



Leadership developmentLearning to Lead™ BC In 2012, 67 women from across British Columbia participated in Learning to Lead™ BC, the weekend-long mentoring and leadership program held in May at the University of British Columbia.

Participants included

• 23 Grade 11 leaders• 22 emerging leaders • 22 community leaders

During this weekend of leadership and learning, Grade 11 leaders and emerging leaders were paired with experienced community leaders and participated in workshops, activities and open-space discussions.

Follow A Leader™ Building on the material presented in Learning to Lead™, Follow A Leader™ paired 10 emerging leaders with 10 accomplished community leaders for a series of leadership training workshops and a shadowing experience, delivered from September to November, 2012.


• 10 emerging leaders• 10 community leaders

Women Leading the Way™ In 2012, 54 women participated in two cohorts of Women Leading the Way™, our distinctive, hands-on, year-long advanced leadership training program for women who want to make an impact in the areas of business, politics and social change.

More than 40 community leaders and subject matter experts were brought in to share their expertise with participants during each WLW session.

“Being part of [Women Leading the Way] has helped alter and define my career path and given me tools to better understand and manage people...”

- Andrea Gamley, National Account ExecutiveCoca-Cola Refreshments Canada


• 26 advancing women leaders (Cohort 1)• 28 advancing women leaders (Cohort 2)

Our Leadership Categories

• Emerging Leaders are women with at least three years of professional experience and some leadership experience

• Advancing Leaders are women with at least seven to 10 years of professional experience and several years of leadership experience

• Community Leaders are women with significant professional and leadership experience from the business, government, academic and community sectors

PROGRAM UPDATES



educationEducation Awards With the help of our donors and partner institutions, the Minerva Foundation granted more than $227,500 in education awards to more than 90 women across BC in 2012. Seven new multi-year awards were established in 2012, boosting our awards portfolio by 21 per cent.

Our annual Education Awards recognition luncheon, held in September, 2012, was attended by more than 90 award recipients, donors and representatives from partner institutions.

“Your past doesn’t determine your future but whatever path you choose, you need to do it with pride and dignity because you are a leader and an elder of the future.”

- Cat Schembmri, Education Award Recipient



87% of Minerva Helping Women Work™ participants have successfully secured employment after completing the program.

economic SecurityMinerva Helping Women Work™ In 2012, we delivered four sessions of Minerva Helping Women Work™, the award-winning career mentoring and coaching program, which included one Career Exploration and three Career Kick-Start programs. Participants were coached by more than 80 professional career counselors and industry mentors, as well as their cohort peers.


• More than 50 women who were entering or re-entering the workforce, in career transition, recently unemployed, underemployed or new graduates



combining our Strength™ (coS)Through the Combining Our Strength™ initiative, the Minerva Foundation delivers its programming for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal women in and near rural Aboriginal communities throughout BC in a way that is both geographically and culturally relevant.

In 2012, COS delivered programming across the Lower Mainland, and in the regions of Kamloops, Kitimat, Fort St. John, Fort Nelson and beyond.

Learning to Lead™ COSNearly 50 women attended the two-and-a-half day leadership development workshop in Vancouver, travelling from across BC to participate. Upon completion of the Vancouver portion of the program, participants returned to their home communities and continued their leadership development through our Community Circles*.

Minerva Helping Women Work™ COS Programs were delivered to 23 women in communities across BC, with six days of intensive workshops in Fort Nelson, the Lower Mainland, Cranbrook and other locations across the province.

*Community Circles - COS Community Circles take place over six sessions, during which participants develop powerful, trusting alliances with other women from their communities, build leadership skills and participate in a community project. Community Circles are designed with flexibility to ensure that the diverse needs of participants and communities are met. The Minerva Foundation provides ongoing support to COS Community Circles throughout the year.

“Minerva has given me the gift of values. I learned to live and work from my values and because of that, I know my purpose.”

- Renee Lomen, Minerva Helping Women Work COS



VolunteerEach year, the Minerva Foundation for BC Women directly impacts the lives of approximately 400 women and girls across British Columbia. We could not achieve this without the help of our diverse community of volunteers—the diverse community of women and men who ensure our programs are delivered to the highest standards. Without the invaluable support of people like you, our legacy would not be achievable.

DonateA heartfelt thank you to our dedicated supporters who contributed cash, securities and gifts-in-kind in 2012. We also remember and thank those who left a legacy gift through a bequest in their will.

To donate call 604-683-7635 ext 223 or visittheminervafoundation.com/donate-to-minerva

Join our Tribute Tree CampaignOur annual Tribute Tree Campaign allows you to honour a woman in your life with the purchase of a leaf ($500), a branch ($1000) or a trunk ($5000+). The person you recognize will be featured on our Tribute Tree, and your gift, along with a brief note on behalf of your honouree, will be posted on our website and printed in a full-page ad in the Vancouver Sun on International Women’s Day.

Become an AdvocateHelp spread the word about the work we do. Follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook and share our posts with your communities.

facebook.com/MinervaBC@MinervaBC

help us change the face of Leadership in bc

NEARLY 50 WOMEN HAVE BEEN HONOURED BY A LOVED ONE THROUGH OUR TRIBUTE

TREE CAMPAIGN.


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2012 revenue and expenditures

Minerva Foundation Programs and Education Awards

Fundraising

Administration

10%

12%

78%

Where your money goes

Events

Learning to Lead™

Follow a Leader™

Education Awards

Minerva Helping Women Work™

Women Leading the Way™

Combining Our Strength™

Administration

29%

14% 9%

6%3%

12%

12%15%

Expenses

Program Donations

Unrestricted Donations

Special Events

Sponsorships

Government

Foundations & Associations

Interest Income

Registration Fees

39%

13%

9%

2%

4%

19%

7%

7%

Income



Statement of financial Position



Minerva Foundation for BC Women Statement of Operations For the year ended December 31, 2012

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

2012 $

2011 $

(Unaudited)

Revenue Program donations 231,623 379,126 Unrestricted donations 80,960 100,210 Special events 81,695 94,069 Sponsorships 468,504 107,540 Government 159,998 278,694 Foundations and associations 112,715 110,542 Investment income 72,190 57,457 Registration fees 49,588 105,315 1,257,273 1,232,953 Head office expenses Wages and benefits 133,674 131,181 Office 18,269 19,804 Fundraising 8,283 8,596 Investment fees and bank charges 5,278 4,792 Professional and consulting fees 5,203 6,093 Board of Directors and meetings 1,208 1,353 Newsletter 1,009 1,632 Travel 364 525 173,288 173,976 Program expenses (note 10) Special events 107,857 101,900 Learning to Lead 78,674 68,772 Follow A Leader 39,853 25,378 Education Awards 147,961 140,958 Minerva Helping Women Work 145,431 166,891 Women Leading the Way 189,577 236,771 Combining Our Strength 356,669 282,359 Gaming expenses 1,495 6,929 Other - 587 1,067,517 1,030,545 Excess of revenue over expenses for the year before

the undernoted 16,468 28,432 Fair value changes in investments 61,998 (39,875) Excess (deficiency) of revenue over expenses for the year 78,466 (11,443)

Statement of operations



minerva foundation board 2012Kathryn Kolbuch, ChairMichelle Rupp, Past ChairNemelia Winckler, TreasurerLisa Vogt, Co Vice-ChairBarb Ross-Denroche, Co Vice-ChairKirsten Sutton, SecretaryBev BriscoeZdenka BuricEva Cheung RobinsonChastity DavisBob EltonKevin MahoneyGail McBrideFazil MilharFilomena NalewajekMary O’Callaghan

Patrons circle 2012Elise Rees, ChairLisa Ethans Yuri FulmerPatricia GrahamDebra Hewson Julia KimJill LeversageZahra MamdaniNancy McKinstry Anne Stewart

our vision To change the face of leadership in BC.

our missionTo elevate the visibility, influence and contribution of women leaders.

our values inclusiveness We are a community of women and men who embrace diversity in leadership. accountabilityWe believe that with opportunity comes responsibility to make a difference.

collaboration We believe in building community networks and collaborative partnerships to share resources and opportunities.

innovation We value creativity, courage and growth.

authenticity We help women to voice and live their values.



Thank you for your support.

The Minerva Foundation for BC Women320-111 East Hastings StreetVancouver, BC V6B 1H4604-683-7635info@theminervafoundation.comTheMinervaFoundation.com


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