2008 Speakers' Kit
2008 Speakers' Kit Microsoft Word documents and PowerPoint presentations available for download:
Due to large file sizes, the PowerPoint presentations may take several minutes to open and download. If you have any problems accessing the files, please contact the corporate public relations department at (813) 281-8162 or shrinepr@shrinenet.org to request a CD containing electronic files of all 12 speeches and PowerPoint presentations at no charge.
Sampler of Appropriate Greetings
1. Introduction to Shriners of North America and Shriners Hospitals for Children (for all audiences, 15 minutes)
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- The history of both organizations, including how both were founded and evolved over the years
- Updated figures, such as Shriners membership numbers, and hospital patient statistics, budget and eligibility information
- An overview of the philanthropy’s three-fold mission of patient care, research and teaching
- Explanation of how Shriners are involved in the hospitals, through volunteering on-site, providing transportation, raising funds, etc.
- Contact information for both organizations, including Web site addresses and the toll-free patient referral lines
2. Introduction to Shriners of North America (for all audiences, 8 minutes)
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- The history of the fraternity, including how it was founded and evolved over the years
- A brief overview of the philanthropy, including updated statistics and eligibility information
- Explanation of how Shriners are involved in the hospitals, through volunteering on-site, providing transportation, raising funds, etc.
- Contact information for the fraternity and philanthropy, including Web site addresses and the toll-free patient referral lines
3. Introduction to Shriners Hospitals for Children (for all audiences, 8 minutes)
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- A brief overview of the fraternity and how the philanthropy was founded
- The history of the philanthropy and how it evolved over the years
- An overview of the philanthropy’s three-fold mission of patient care, research and teaching
- Updated figures, such as patient statistics, budget and admission information
- Contact information for the fraternity and philanthropy, including Web site addresses and the toll-free patient referral lines
4. Shriners of North America — Membership Motivation (for Shriner audiences, 12 minutes)
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- Information about the declining fraternity membership and ways to address that challenge
- Ideas on how nobles can help with membership efforts, such as utilizing the membership materials available from Shriners International Headquarters, making use of the tools on the fraternity Web site, partnering with local Masonic organizations and helping to reinstate suspended members
- Contact information for the Membership Development Office
5. Shriners of North America — Membership Recruitment (for non-Shriner audiences, 12 minutes)
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- An explanation of the fraternity and its members, including updated facts and figures, and examples of famous Shriners
- Ways members can become involved through clubs, units, family events and fundraisers
- Explanation of how Shriners support Shriners Hospitals for Children
- A brief overview of the philanthropy, including updated figures, statistics and eligibility information
- Contact information, including the Web site address and Join Us toll-free telephone number
6. Shriners Hospitals for Children — Patient Success Stories (for all audiences)
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- Description of the positive environment of Shriners Hospitals and its impact on lives of patients
- Profiles of patients succeeding in a variety of activities
- Profiles of patients “giving back” to Shriners Hospitals
- Information on importance of sports programs
- Information on other innovative programs at the hospitals that help build confidence, strength and self-esteem
- Contact information, including the toll-free donation line and patient referral lines
7. Shriners Hospitals for Children — Research (for all audiences)
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
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An introduction to the research program
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Explanation of the role of research in the three-part mission of Shriners Hospitals
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Description of the difference research can make in patients’ lives
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The research budget for 2008
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Overview of some of the research projects in process in orthopaedics, burns and spinal cord injury
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Mention of collaboration with academic institutions
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Contact information, including patient referral lines and Web site address
8. Shriners Hospitals for Children — Eligibility and Applying for Care (for all audiences, 12 minutes)
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- Specific information geared toward parents, health care providers, caregivers, teachers and other individuals or groups who may need specific information about eligibility and applying for care at Shriners Hospitals for Children
- In-depth information about the care specialties provided at Shriners Hospitals, including lists of specific conditions treated and innovative treatment methods available
- Explanation of the role Shriners Hospitals research has played in developing the best treatments for particular conditions
- Information about support departments, such as physical and occupational therapy, child life and family services
- Updated figures, such as patient statistics and budget
- Information about patient eligibility
- Contact information, including Web site addresses and the toll-free patient referral lines
9. Shriners Hospitals for Children — Supporting Our Mission (for Shriner audiences, 10 minutes) Donor Relations/Development
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- Overview of why Shriners Hospitals are so special
- Two patient stories
- Why do we need to raise money?
- What about the endowment fund?
- New monies compared to budget — the trends
- What can Shriners do to help?
10. Shriners Hospitals for Children — Supporting Our Mission (for non-Shriner audiences, 10 minutes) Donor Relations/Development
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- Overview of Shriners Hospitals, including some statistics
- Two patient stories
- Why do we need donations?
- Information about our stewardship and donor recognition programs
- What people can do to help — donate, volunteer, etc.
- Contact information, including Web site addresses and the toll-free gift line and patient referral lines
11. Shriners Hospitals for Children — Leaving a Legacy (for all audiences, 10 minutes) Donor Relations/Development
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- Specific information for audiences interested in planned giving methods
- Overview of why Shriners Hospitals are so special
- Two patient stories
- Information about our stewardship and donor recognition programs
- What people can do to help — donate, volunteer, etc.
- Contact information, including Web site addresses and the toll-free gift line and patient referral lines
12. Shriners Hospitals for Children — Thank You (for all audiences, 8 minutes)
Speech
PowerPoint presentation
This presentation includes:
- Expressions of thanks on behalf of staff and volunteers
- Mission statement
- A patient profile
- Budget information and patient statistics
- Expressions of thanks for being able to continue to provide care, educate professionals, conduct research — all of which lead to changing and improving lives
