This 8-12 hour workshop addresses the planning considerations and operational requirements for
an effective donations management system at the state and/or local level. A special emphasis is put between state/local government and voluntary agencies as the key to success in donations management.
Selection Criteria: Local government officials or state and local leaders of key voluntary organizations (i.e., those affiliated with the state VOAD), who have responsibility for planning, coordinating, implementing, and/or operating the donations management function at the state and local level.
Prerequisites:
Required: Participants must have some responsibility to oversee, coordinate, and/or assist with the state and local donations function during large-scale disasters.
Recommended: IS-288, The Role of Voluntary Agencies in Emergency Management.