Check or Money Orders Payable to: DBHM
Address: 33-35 W. Washington Street, Room 210
Hagerstown, MD 21740

Hello, <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">First name, <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{lastname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">Last name, We thank you from the bottom of our hearts. This donation dramatically helps our mission. We will now be able to maintain consistent operations hours and perform our small organization's ability to grow as we progress into our new home.  This museum is not merely a collection of artifacts and stories; it's a living embodiment of history. From showcasing artifacts of cultural significance to hosting educational programs and events, the museum is an invaluable resource for locals and visitors alike. Its exhibits span the timeline of Black history, highlighting achievements, struggles, and milestones that have shaped our world. Yet, maintaining such a vital institution requires continual support. Your contribution can be pivotal in sustaining and expanding the museum's reach. Regardless of size, every donation echoes a commitment to preserving cultural heritage and ensuring that future generations have access to these essential narratives. By supporting the Doleman Black Heritage Museum, you become a steward of cultural preservation. You help cultivate an environment where diversity is cherished, stories are shared, and the past is honored to shape a more inclusive future.<table><tbody><tr><td>Now that you have taken the first step, we invite you to lend the Doleman Black Heritage Museum your voice as an advocate for us with your family, friends, and overall network on behalf of this most worthy cause. </td></tr></tbody></table><table><tbody><tr><td>Again, Thank you for Joining us in supporting the Doleman Black Heritage Museum. Your contribution becomes a brushstroke in the vibrant canvas of history, coloring it with appreciation, respect, and reverence for Black heritage.If you would like to contribute further, contact us to become a volunteer or talk to your friends about our cause!</td></tr></tbody></table> <table><tbody><tr><td> </td></tr></tbody></table>Shakira Doleman shakira.doleman@gmail.com 13019920384

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Your Donation is valued.<ol><li>$25: Community Advocate</li><li>$50: Heritage Guardian</li><li>$100: Legacy Builder</li><li>$250: Empowerment Steward</li></ol>Operational Costs: DBHMs' Annual Operational costs encompass various expenses to sustain and advance the organization's mission. Here's an example breakdown of nonprofit operational costs:<ul><li>Salaries and Benefits:<ul><li>Full-Time Consultants: Hiring professionals to manage day-to-day operations, such as a museum director or curator, to oversee exhibits and collections.</li><li>Part-Time Consultants: Engaging specialists part-time, like an educational program coordinator or event planner.</li></ul></li><li>Program Expenses:<ul><li>Educational Programs: Funding workshops, lectures, and outreach initiatives to fulfill the museum's mission of promoting black heritage education.</li><li>Exhibition Development: Covering costs for creating and maintaining exhibits, including research, artifacts, and display materials.</li></ul></li><li>Indirect Costs:<ul><li>Administrative Overheads: This includes office space rent, utilities, and office supplies necessary for the organization's smooth functioning.</li><li>Technology and Software: Investments in technology infrastructure and software to enhance museum operations, maintain a website, and manage databases.</li></ul></li><li>Marketing and Outreach:<ul><li>Promotional Materials: Create brochures, flyers, and other marketing collateral to raise awareness and attract visitors to the museum.</li><li>Online Presence: Investing in digital marketing and social media campaigns to reach a broader audience and engage with the community.</li></ul></li><li>Training and Professional Development:<ul><li>Staff Training: Allocating resources for ongoing training to enhance the skills of museum staff, ensuring they stay updated with industry best practices.</li><li>Professional Memberships: Supporting staff memberships in relevant associations to facilitate networking and knowledge-sharing.</li></ul></li><li>Facility Maintenance:<ul><li>Building Maintenance: Covering the costs associated with maintaining the museum building, including repairs, cleaning services, and security.</li></ul></li></ul>Capacity Building Costs:DBHMs' Operational Capacity Building refers to a nonprofit organization's intentional and strategic efforts to enhance its overall capabilities, efficiency, and effectiveness in achieving its mission and objectives. It involves strengthening various aspects of the organization, including its internal systems, structures, processes, human resources, and management practices. The goal is to enable the nonprofit to better deliver on its mission, serve its constituents, and adapt to the evolving needs of its community. Critical components of DBHM operational capacity building include <ol><li>Organizational Structure and Governance: Evaluating and improving the structure and governance mechanisms to ensure sound decision-making, accountability, and transparency.</li><li>Human Resources Management involves developing staff members' skills, knowledge, and capacities through training, professional development, and effective human resources practices.</li><li>Financial Management: Enhancing financial systems, budgeting processes, and reporting mechanisms to ensure fiscal responsibility, sustainability, and regulation compliance.</li><li>Technological Infrastructure: Investing in and optimizing technology to streamline operations, enhance communication, and improve data management.</li><li>Strategic Planning: Engaging in strategic planning processes to define clear goals, objectives, and strategies that align with the organization's mission and vision.</li><li>Collaboration and Partnerships: Building relationships and collaborations with other organizations, stakeholders, and the community to leverage resources and collective impact.</li><li>Program Development and Evaluation: Strengthening the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs to ensure they effectively address the needs of the target population.</li><li>Risk Management involves developing mechanisms to identify, assess, and manage risks that may impact the organization's ability to achieve its mission.</li></ol>

Doleman Black Heritage Museum, Inc.

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