The Past President's Council (PPC) consists of former SDA National presidents actively engaged in ongoing service to SDA. Our philanthropic endeavors primarily focus on providing educational opportunities to our members through speaker sponsorships, educational scholarships, and leadership training.

To support these valuable initiatives, the PPC created a charitable (501(c)(3) foundation, the SDAPPC Foundation, to provide a tax-deductible entity for individual’s contributions. SDAPPC organizes various fundraising activities to support the charity. One such activity is the annual raffle held at EDSymposium. Additionally, we have conducted an “Empower20 Giving Circle” and a "Giving Tuesday" event to solicit contributions from SDA members. Fundraising efforts like these are instrumental in generating funds that enable the council to offer grants to members across the United States and Canada.

The PPC’s fundraising initiatives transform the SDA community through strategic investments. By providing speaker sponsorships and educational scholarships, the PPC advances members' professional growth and enriches their learning experiences. Their support enhances our national meetings and cultivates future organizational leaders through dedicated coaching and mentoring programs.

Ways to Contribute to the PPC Foundation:  To ensure the continued success of these initiatives, the PPC would like to encourage our members to consider the following ways to contribute:

1. Monthly Contributions: Join the Empower20 campaign by setting up a monthly donation. Small, regular contributions can make a significant difference over time. Just $20 per month raises you to the level of our Empower20 circle.
2. Renewal Contribution: Add a contribution when you renew annually.
3. Company Match: Check if your employer offers a matching gift program. This can double the impact of your donation and support the council's efforts even further.
4. Chapter Annual Contributions: Chapters can consider making an annual contribution to the Past President's Council when budgeting. This collective effort can significantly boost the funds available for educational opportunities.

Supporting the PPC Foundation helps to ensure that SDA continues to thrive and support its members. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent of the IRS law. Click here to make a donation.

Anne McNeely, CDFA, serves as the current Chair of the Past Presidents Council. She is a member of the SDA Denver Chapter.