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Jeane W. Anastas, PhD, LMSW
Angelo McClain, PhD, LICSWFizdale Fund Awards Panel
Charge
Authorization and Accountability
The re-establishment of the Fizdale Fund was authorized by the Research and Education Fund in November 1997. The Panel reports to the Development Committee through the Awards Committee. The panel reports to the Development Committee through the Awards Committee. Funds are collected through the Social Work Research and Education Fund.
Purpose
The Fizdale Fund Panel has oversight responsibility for the Fizdale Fund. The Fund was created to honor the contributions of Ruth Fizdale to the social work profession. The Panel adminsters awards/grants to NASW chapters that are engaged in pilot research projects targeted to a specific developing issue. The Panel also coordinates fundraising events to ensure the long-term solvency of the fund.
Time Frame
The Fizdale Funds Awards Panel continues to the extent that there are funds available.
Members, Terms, and Criteria
The Panel is comprised of four members. The terms are staggered with a maximum duration of three years.
Specific Responsibility
- Oversee and monitor activity of the fund.
- Identify fundraising opportunities for increasing revenue and soliciting donor contributions.
- Selects annual awards.
Board of Directors
Approved January 1999