[Ec] Together, We Build the Future of EGPS

[Christine Schmidt]

I like the message, David. My only question is about "reserve" fund because
the drop down link is for "general" fund. Should we explain this?

Christine Schmidt, LCSW, CGP
Past President, Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society


On Mon, Dec 1, 2025 at 9:15 PM David A. Burks <davidaburks at gmail.com> wrote:

> We do need to figure out a link to be able to differentiate the fund
> sources. Here is some language you can use for tomorrow...
>
> Dear EGPS Community,
>
>
> Today is Giving Tuesday — a day when people around the world celebrate
> generosity and choose to support the communities that have supported them.
>
>
> At EGPS, we are continually reminded that healing happens in connection.
> Whether we are gathered in a workshop, learning at the Annual Conference,
> or joining one another across virtual space, our community reflects the
> best of what group work has to offer: curiosity, courage, empathy, and
> growth.
>
> This year, your Giving Tuesday contribution will directly support our most
> essential need: replenishing the EGPS reserve fund.
>
> A strong reserve allows us to weather lean periods, sustain our programs,
> invest in accessible training, and ensure we can continue providing spaces
> for authentic self-expression, restorative practice, and collective
> learning.
>
> Your gift - of any amount - helps keep EGPS vibrant, stable, and
> future-focused.
>
> If this community has supported your journey, your practice, or your sense
> of belonging, we invite you to give today.
>
> Your generosity helps us continue the work that keeps our community strong.
>
> [Give Now for Giving Tuesday]
>
> With warmth and gratitude,
>
> The EGPS Executive Committee
> POTENTIAL TITLE: On Giving Tuesday, we give together - and grow together
>
>
> On Mon, Dec 1, 2025 at 2:48 PM Christine Schmidt <cschmidt535 at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Excellent idea to repost this tomorrow - on Giving Tuesday. No, there's
>> not a separate fund for Tuesday.
>>
>> Christine Schmidt, LCSW, CGP
>> Past President, Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society
>>
>>
>> On Mon, Dec 1, 2025 at 2:44 PM Fanita Henderson <
>> fanita.henderson at gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Hi, everyone. Hoped you enjoyed your Thanksgiving. Is there a Giving
>>> Tuesday fund? Or do we just give to the general fund? Will we send out
>>> another email tomorrow?
>>>
>>> Fanita
>>>
>>> On Nov 27, 2025, at 8:02 AM, Christine Schmidt <cschmidt535 at gmail.com>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi all,
>>> (Happy Thanksgiving)
>>> I tried to make a donation and something didn't work. There are no
>>> dropdowns with the selected funds and I wasn't able to enter a dollar
>>> amount to complete the donation.
>>> C
>>>
>>> Christine Schmidt, LCSW, CGP
>>> Past President, Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society
>>>
>>>
>>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------
>>> From: Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society <info at egps.org>
>>> Date: Wed, Nov 26, 2025 at 6:49 PM
>>> Subject: Together, We Build the Future of EGPS
>>> To: <cschmidt535 at gmail.com>
>>>
>>>
>>> Consider donating, to support the work of EGPS!
>>> View this email in your browser
>>> <https://mailchi.mp/egps.org/consider-egps-for-a-year-end-donation-4935961?e=83fcfaa8d6>
>>> *Together, We Build the Future of EGPS!*
>>>
>>> Dear EGPS Community,
>>>
>>> As we close out another remarkable year, we’re still feeling the energy
>>> from our Annual Conference - *Navigating Differences: Authenticity,
>>> Self-Expression, and Restorative Practices in Groups*. The weekend
>>> reminded us why we gather: to connect deeply, learn bravely, and build
>>> community that heals.
>>>
>>> Each conversation, workshop, and shared moment reflected what EGPS does
>>> best - creating spaces where group leaders and members can explore
>>> difference with empathy, courage, and care. It’s through these experiences
>>> that we grow, not just as professionals, but as people.
>>>
>>> Now, as we turn toward 2026, we invite you to help us sustain this work.
>>> Your year-end gift will help *replenish our reserve fund*, providing
>>> the stability that keeps EGPS strong - so we can continue offering
>>> transformative trainings, conversations, and events like the Annual
>>> Conference for years to come.
>>>
>>> Every contribution, large or small, strengthens our collective
>>> foundation.
>>> Together, we can ensure that EGPS remains a home for learning,
>>> connection, and restorative growth.
>>>
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>>> to both our General Fund (which includes our reserve fund) and to our other
>>> organizational funds and scholarships.
>>>
>>> With gratitude and community,
>>>
>>> *The EGPS Executive Committee*
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *David Burks, Treasurer Fanita Henderson, Secretary Joseph Hovey,
>>> President Christine Schmidt, Immediate Past President*
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