The overarching objective of the Foundation & Foundation Board is to enable support, both through in-kind services and donations, to further the mission and support services of the Center. Specific objective include but are not limited to:
Support the mission of the Tri-Cities Cancer Center by raising funds for:
• Nurse Navigation Program
• Patient Support (e.g. Resource Center, Library)
• Cancer Education/Cancer Screenings/Cancer Prevention
• Capital Assets/Expenditures (Long-Term)

Provide the public with opportunities to support the Center through special events and Major Gift donations.

Provide the Center with “Ambassadors" in the community to further positive perception and goodwill towards the Center.

Ensure long-term viability of the Foundation through contributions to its Endowment.

STRATEGY #1 CULTIVATE/DEVELOP A FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS CONSISTING OF INFLUENTIAL, DIVERSE, AND COMMITTED MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY.
While it is understood that all current and prospective Foundation Board members will have their own unique talents and networks within the community, it will be the goal of all present and future Board members to provide annual individual/corporate contributions to the Foundation's general fund. Board members will be encouraged to engage their respective corporate organizations or associated organizations to provide monetary or in-kind giving.
Through mentoring new board members is to make them aware of what the Cancer Center mission is, its financial strengths, how the foundation supports the Center, and their responsibilities as a board member through meetings with Foundation and Center leadership and prominent volunteers.
Support for existing members will given through annual trainings to help directors fine-tune their fundraising skills and reinforce personal responsibilities/goals as a director.
In order to maintain a diverse, productive and active Foundation Board, an expectation of all Board members will be active and ongoing recruitment. Board members will work closely with the Foundation Director to identify and solicit potential Board member candidates.
STRATEGY #2 – GROW THE FOUNDATION ENDOWMENT TO $2.5M BY DECEMBER 2015 AND TO $5.0M BY DECEMBER 2020
Continue to support the Foundation fundraising events including:
• Growing third party event revenue
• Minimize Foundation fundraising expenses
a. Foundation Staff Developed/Board Approved budget
b. Maximize in-kind donations
c. Maximize volunteerism by the Board
• Transfer a minimum of $200,000 per year to the Endowment from the Foundation
a. Major gifts is the primary source of these funds
• The Foundation Director will develop a Planned Giving Strategic Plan for Foundation Board approval.
• Develop staff to ensure proper qualifications and educational resources are available to initiate and sustain a growing planned giving program.
• Through Foundation Board leads/direct involvement, generate additional contributions to support goal.
STRATEGY #3– PROVIDE FUNDS FOR CURRENT SUPPORT TO THE MISSION OBJECTIVES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: NURSE NAVIGATION PROGRAM, PATIENT SUPPORT (E.G. SUPPORT SERVICES, LIBRARY) CANCER CENTER EDUCATION/SCREENINGS
• Growing third party event revenue
• Minimize Foundation fundraising expenses
a. Foundation Staff Developed/Approved budget
b. Maximize in-kind donations
c. Maximize volunteerism
• Develop a Foundation Budget that will support the initiatives within this plan
• Any remaining funds shall be provided to support program expenses. The Foundation Board should develop a goal for the level of support above other Strategic Plan commitments that will be used for Support Services.

The Tri-Cities Cancer Center Foundation's capabilities to successfully employ strategies to achieve our goals have been proven by our continued success in the growth of programs and services not found in most cancer care facilities.
The Foundation has a successful and committed volunteer force, whose time, talent and treasures are crucial in achieving our goals. We have over 300 volunteers working on our behalf throughout the year, including nearly 150 members of our committed and talented Guild and Men's Club which are two groups of volunteers who meet monthly to support projects at the Center as well as promote our programs in the community. Additionally, our 22 members of our Board of Directors provide valuable oversight, feedback and support as we continue to grow our programs.
The Foundation staff is committed to maximum transparency and the highest level of ethical behavior. As members of the Association of Fundraising Professional, every fundraising staff member receives ongoing education and training to bring fresh and inventive ideas to our fundraising program. Staff has committed themselves to the Donor Bill of Rights and are enthusiastic and diligent about bringing the best in fund development to our organization.

Specific indicators of our success are set in the strategies the Foundation will employ. Our indicators primarily focus on fund development and volunteer development.

Our indicators are:
Growth of Endowment to $5.0M in 2020

Demonstrate growth in additional funding to programs and services each year

Grow Foundation Board by the inclusion/addition of diverse and enthusiastic members and maintain a clear mentoring and training program

The Tri-Cities Cancer Center is committed to achieving goals and making an impact in the community we serve. Of our indicators set, the following goals have been achieved:

Grow Endowment to $2.5M by 2015

Successful completion of Capital Campaign in 2016

Development of 2 additional programs that have been fully funded. These programs as Chest of Hope Tri-Cities and Warrior Sisterhood