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- U.S. Clubs Must Turn in IRS 990-N Form. Please be sure to file your 990-N by March 15, 2011. Once completed, remember to e-mail the e-Postcard confirmation to Toastmasters International at 990N@toastmasters.org.
- Special Tax Update for California Clubs. Please note that a new California filing requirement (199-N) similar to the Federal 990-N will be
 effective in 2011 for all California based clubs. Be sure to learn about this important change.
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- Audited Mid-year Treasurer's Report Due. Attention district leaders! The Mid-year Treasurer's Report and supporting documentation for the first half of the year is due February 15. Get these to your audit committee now to make the due date. Please note: This is for district leaders only.
- Area Club Visits. Club visits are critical to an area governor's success, and they help your clubs flourish within the Toastmasters organization and community at large. Be sure to arrange your club visits between January 1 and April 30 and again from July 1 to October 31. Remember, visits are required twice a year.
- Club Officer Training Credit - Check Reports for Accuracy! LGETs, please submit your Club Officer Training Report online through the District Business section on the Toastmasters International Web site no later than March 31, 2011. Check your district's reports regularly for accuracy under "Distinguished Club Program by Division/Area."
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Congratulations to Companies Supporting Clubs in the Fourth Quarter
Successful corporations recognize the value of Toastmasters. Many new organizations chartered corporate clubs last quarter. To find out if any of these clubs were chartered near you, visit the list of new corporate clubs.
Check Your E-mail Inbox
Toastmasters International will e-mail reminders to club officers about April dues renewals by the beginning of March. Beginning March 1, officers can submit the renewals through the Toastmasters Web site by accessing Club Central. Do you know what's needed to submit dues renewals online?
New Wire Transfer Instructions for Government Clubs and International Clubs
Wire transfer instructions for government clubs and any clubs or districts outside of the U.S. can only be accessed after logging in to the Toastmasters Web site. This is for security purposes only. Log in to the Club or District Central Section of the Web site, then click Wire Transfer Instructions (PDF) for the information you need.
Can a Prospective Member Find You?
It's your responsibility to update your club's information online. Have you included a phone number with area code or updated your e-mail address? Helping prospective members find you is simple and fast.
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Submit Financial Supporting Documents
Do you know what financial supporting documents your district needs to send to Toastmasters International? Find the answers on the First Half Financial Documents Web page in the District Finance Corner. Still have questions? E-mail districtfinancialreports@toastmasters.org for the answers. Please note: For district leaders only.
Finding Tomorrow's District Leaders
Now is the best time to start thinking about the district's future leadership. Tomorrow's district leaders are in your clubs today. Follow these strategies to help identify the best prospects.
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Call for Nominations: Presidential Citation
Do you know a Toastmasters member who has made significant contributions to the organization and want him or her to be recognized? To nominate an outstanding Toastmaster, visit our newly created Presidential Citation Web page.
February 2011 Board Briefing
The February 2011 Toastmasters Board Briefing will be held on Saturday, February 19, at 10 a.m. (PST) in Portland, Oregon. The Board will share the results of its meeting in this open-to-the-public briefing at the Doubletree Hotel Portland. For details and to view a video that day, please visit www.toastmasters.org/February2011boardbriefing.
Web Site Improvements are Coming
Starting February 14, 2011, club leaders will enjoy an improved experience on the Toastmasters Web site:
- The Online Store. An enhanced interface will allow clubs and districts to order engraving on products more simply and easily.
- My Profile. New accounts can now be created and profiles updated.
- Club/District Business Sections. Club and district leaders will enjoy three major improvements:
- Club officers will be able to add dual and reinstated memberships online.
- Speech Contest Kits will be available for purchase to download electronically in the near future.
- District leaders will be able to place district orders online.
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