CONTRIBUTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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Dear ______

On behalf of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE), I would like to thank you for your donation of $_________ to the IEEE ________ Section.  Contributions such as yours are a critical part of the support for the scientific, educational, and professional activities of our organization.

In the United States, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. (IEEE) is an organization qualified under Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3) and donors are eligible to make tax deductible contributions as provided in section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code. This is to certify that no goods or services were provided in exchange for this donation.  Please keep this letter as a receipt for your contribution.

Thanks again for your generosity and we look forward to the continued support.

Sincerely yours,

Name

IEEE _____________Section Chair

IEEE Fellow Introductory Speech

Recognizing the achievements of its members is an important part of the mission of the IEEE.  Since 1963, IEEE has acknowledged those individuals who have contributed significantly to the advancement of electro and information technologies and sciences for the benefit of humanity and the profession.

The grade of IEEE Fellow recognizes unusual distinction in the profession, and is conferred by the IEEE Board of Directors upon a person with an extraordinary record of accomplishments in any of the IEEE fields of interest.  The accomplishments that are being honored should contribute significantly to the advancement of engineering science and technology.  After a rigorous evaluation process performed each year by the IEEE Fellow Committee, a slate of candidates is proposed to the IEEE Board of Directors for approval.

The number of successful candidates, in any year, must not exceed one-tenth percent of the IEEE voting membership on record as of 31 December of the preceding year.  New IEEE Fellows receive a certificate and pin, and these awards are sent to each recipient approximately one month after notification of their elevation to the highest grade of IEEE membership.  

It is with great pleasure that I introduce to you, (Fellow’s Name), who was named an IEEE Fellow this year (Fellow’s Citation). 

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

Are you interested in getting involved with our Section or one of our subunits?  The IEEE ________ Section Executive Committee includes the following elected positions:

Chair
Vice Chair
Secretary
Treasurer
Subsection Chair
Chapter Chair
Affinity Group Chair

As a volunteer officer, you will have the opportunity to guide the Section in planning and carrying out activities, and to support our members through the Section’s activities.  You will also learn valuable leadership skills.  Upon request, the IEEE will send a letter to your employer to advise them of your new leadership role.

The only requirement is that you be an IEEE member of Member, Senior Member or Fellow grade.  If you wish to serve as a Chapter Chair, you must be a member of the Society for which you would be a candidate for Chapter Chair.  In the case of a joint Chapter you would have to be a member of at least one of the two or more Societies.

The Section also needs volunteers to serve in the following non-elected positions:

Membership Development Coordinator
Educational Activities Coordinator
Student Activities Coordinator
Career Activities Coordinator
Database Manager
Webmaster

Send in your self-nomination, or your nomination for another capable and interested member by ____________.  Nominations should be submitted to the Section Nominating Committee c/o _________________. Get involved . . . you won't regret it!

SPEAKER INVITATION

Please note:  This letter can be used by a Section, Subsection, Chapter or Affinity Group.  Subunits should use their full name in the invitation (ex:  IEEE Philadelphia Section Engineering Management Society Chapter).  Also, if you plan to make this invitation as part of a Distinguished Lecturer Program, make sure that you have a full understanding of the financial support offered by the Society before you make your offer.

Dear ___________

On behalf of the Executive Committee of the IEEE _________ Section, I would like to invite you to speak to our assembled membership on the subject of _________ on or about _____________[date, time], at _____________.  The Section is prepared to cover your transportation and lodging expenses (not to exceed ________). 

IEEE Policy prohibits the Section from providing an honorarium to you, but we are confident that the opportunity to enrich our understanding of your subject matter and to network with fellow IEEE members will serve as compensation.  We know that as a respected member of the IEEE, you are committed to sharing your technical knowledge with your peers.

Please advise me at your earliest convenience of your availability.  We need _____ weeks/months advance notice in order to make the necessary arrangements for the venue.  I can be reached at xxx@xxx.xxx or +1 555 555 5555.  Thank you for your consideration. 

Sincerely,  

Name

Officer Title