Ralph C. Smedley Memorial Fund
You can make a difference
About the fund
Nearly a century ago, Dr. Ralph Smedley had a vision of how he could help
you and millions more 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 reinvigorated Smedley Fund retains its
same purpose—the advancement of communication and leadership education through the research,
development, and distribution of educational programs and materials.
Highlights of use
How you can request funds
Youth outreach
Emergency relief
“People every place need to grow—as speakers, as leaders, as men and women of influence, and the Fund is a way to funnel monetary resources where our organization really needs them.”
Michael Notaro, DTM,
2011-2012 International President
Endless ways to give
Honorary or memorial gifts
Honor an individual or occasion by donating on another’s behalf.
Recurring gifts
Set up a convenient monthly, quarterly, semiannual or annual gift.
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.
Corporate matching gifts
Ask your employer if they have a matching gift program to double your contribution.
Help make a difference today!
Contributor recognition

Individual contributors
All individual contributors will receive a contributor ribbon. Those giving 1,000 USD or more in cumulative lifetime gifts (accruing from January 1, 2016) will receive a contributor lapel pin.

Club contributors
All club contributors will receive a 24-inch banner ribbon. Those giving 1,000 USD or more in cumulative lifetime gifts (accruing from January 1, 2016) will receive an engraved trophy.

Corporate contributors
All contributing companies, foundations and organizations will receive an engraved plaque, with those giving 1,000 USD or more in cumulative lifetime gifts (accruing from January 1, 2016) will receive an engraved crystal.
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