A few ways the Smedley Fund makes a difference:

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Youth Outreach

Offsets the costs of programs and materials, such as the Youth Leadership Program (for those younger than 18)

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Emergency Relief

Can provide relief to those suffering losses due to extreme economic hardship or disasters by covering the costs of their Toastmasters dues and any lost materials

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Future programs are continuously being evaluated by the Board of Directors based on the organization’s mission and strategic plan.

2022 Snapshot: Smedley Fund in Action

  • 100 percent

    100% of your donations went straight to the Smedley Fund to directly help fellow Toastmasters in need.

    • Covered membership dues for District 75 (in the wake of a typhoon), and District 68 (those affected by Hurricane Ida)
    • Provided a reduction in membership dues from District 82 on behalf of clubs in Sri Lanka and from District 122 on behalf of clubs in Pakistan
    • Covered membership dues for war-affected members in Ukraine and Russia

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Other Ways to Give

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Honorary or Memorial Gifts

Honor an individual or occasion by donating on another's behalf.

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Recurring Gifts

Set up a convenient monthly, quarterly, semiannual or annual gift.

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Planned Estate Gifts

Plan a future contribution through your estate plans, such as making a bequest by including language in your will or living trust.

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Corporate Matching Gifts

Ask your employer if they have a matching gift program to double your contribution.

Fund History

Over a century ago, Dr. Ralph Smedley had a vision of helping people learn communication and leadership skills in a positive and supportive environment. In 1965, the Ralph C. Smedley Memorial Fund® (“Smedley Fund”) was established to honor and uphold that legacy, and to open doors for the many millions of potential Toastmasters yet to come.

Fifty years later, the educational needs of individuals have evolved and multiplied. Though the historic fund had humble beginnings with a local impact, the Smedley Fund retains its same purpose—the advancement of communication and leadership education through the research, development, and distribution of educational programs and materials.

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We appreciate all donations

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Club Contributors

1-999 USD - A 24-inch banner ribbon

1,000+ USD - An engraved plaque*

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Individual Contributors

1-999 USD - A Contributor ribbon

1,000+ USD - Amethyst Contributor lapel pin*

5,000+ USD - Sapphire Contributor lapel pin*

10,000+ USD - Emerald Contributor lapel pin*

25,000+ USD - Ruby Contributor lapel pin*

50,000+ USD - Diamond Contributor lapel pin*

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Corporate Contributors

1-999 USD - An engraved plaque

1,000+ USD - An engraved crystal*

*Those giving 1,000 USD or more in cumulative lifetime gifts (accruing from January 1, 2016) will receive the gift listed above per category.