Monthly Club Meeting Tuesday April 8th

Our regularly scheduled monthly meetings give members an excellent opportunity to socialize with each other and engage with fantastic guest speakers on current topics.  Members can attend in person or via ZOOM.

Date:  Tuesday, April 8th, 2025

Location:  Limericks Traditional Pub, 7304 Macleod Trail, Calgary, Alberta, on the main floor (private meeting room).

Parking:  Free parking is available at the back of the restaurant.

5:00 PM – 7 PM – Dinner and drinks available anytime after 5 PM.  To view the Limericks menu – CLICK HERE

• Tuesday food and drink specials include a AAA Steak Sandwich for $12.99 and local YYC draught beer (18 oz) for $7.25.  Happy/Appy Hour from 2 PM to 6 PM.

5:00 PM – 7 PM – Dinner and drinks available anytime after 5 PM.

7 PM – 8:30 PM – Member Meeting (agenda to be provided in advance)

• Join Zoom Meeting at 7 PM:  

8:30 PM to ??? – Socializing after meeting

Guest Speaker:  Vera Nassar, Fund  Development Officer, WINS (Women In Need Society)

• Passionate about nonprofit work, I specialize in gift-in-kind donations, donor services (CRM management), and fund development. My expertise includes coordinating third-party fundraising and enhancing donor engagement strategies. Throughout my time with WINS, I’ve been committed to raising awareness about our impact and building meaningful donor relationships. I’m honored to play a role in the transformative work our donors make possible every day.

Discussion Topic:  “What is WINS – Available Programs, Resources, and Support for Women in Need”

About WINS:

• WINS is a Calgary-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women and their families facing adversity, marginalization, homelessness and poverty. WINS’ mission is to connect women and their families with resources to thrive, with a vision of all women thriving and building resilient families. WINS’ focus is centered on fostering resilience, reducing inequality, and building stronger communities. At WINS, we believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive, no matter who they are or the challenges they have encountered on their journey.

  Through a variety of community programs, basic needs support, and employment services, WINS helps women transition from surviving to thriving. WINS also promotes environmental sustainability through its thrift stores, the bulk “More” Store, and recycling initiatives, reducing waste, and supporting a circular economy. By fostering resilience, reducing inequality, and strengthening communities, WINS continues to make a lasting impact.