<p> Annual Report Template National YMCA Movement</p><p>1) Cover Page with YMCA Brand and Photos: The cover page should have a great youth photo with the YMCA brand.</p><p>2) YMCA Mission Statement/Vision Statement/Core Values: One page that lists the YMCA mission statement, vision and core values. It may also include basic historical information on the YMCA in the country and around the world.</p><p>3) National General Secretary/Board Chair Message: One page summary of the YMCA annual achievements and priority goals by the NGS and Board Chair.</p><p>4) YMCA Programs and Impact: One page description of the YMCA core programs and social impact.</p><p>5) Case Studies/News Stories: One page with individual case studies and/or new stories on YMCA impact on youth and communities.</p><p>6) YMCA Numbers: One page of statistics on YMCA members, program beneficiaries, and volunteers</p><p>7) YMCA International/National/Community Partners: One page list of key partners (YMCA and non-YMCA).</p><p>8) Board Members: One page list of national YMCA board members.</p><p>9) Key Staff: One page list of key staff and titles</p><p>10) Annual Budget Statement: One page overview of annual income and expenditures.</p><p>11) YMCA Contact Information: One page contact information on National Council and local YMCAs.</p><p>12) YMCA Donors: Optional section recognizing individual, corporate, foundation an/or government donors (if applicable) ANNUAL REPORT BEST PRACTICES</p><p>A) The Annual Report utilizes compelling YMCA youth and program photos.</p><p>B) The Annual Report brand is aligned with regional branding guidelines.</p><p>C) The Annual Report is well written and edited.</p><p>D) The Annual Report design is visually attractive.</p><p>E) The Mission/Vision Statement are clearly linked to YMCA programs.</p><p>F) The Annual Report contains convincing statistics and evidence of social impact.</p><p>G) The case studies capture the unique role and importance of the YMCA for youth and communities. They are linked to the YMCA core programs.</p><p>H) The budget information is accurate and clear.</p><p>I) Contact information is accurate and up to date. Local YMCAs that are defunct and/or in serious crisis are not listed.</p><p>J) The list of board members enhances the visibility and credibility of the YMCA.</p><p>K) The donor recognition information is accurate. The list strengthens the visibility and credibility of the YMCA.</p><p>L) The Annual Report is completed within 3 months of the end of the calendar year.</p><p>M) The Annual Report is sent to all key stakeholders including board members, donors, YMCA partners, Area Alliances and the World Alliance.</p><p>N) The Annual Report is posted on-line.</p><p>O) The Annual Report is utilized effectively as a core fundraising tool.</p>