Advocacy Committee
Mission:
MCCP's Advocacy Committee works to keep the Advisory Council and its Executive
Committee abreast of children's health policy issues in federal, state and
local jurisdictions; recommends actions to be taken; and, as necessary, promotes
policies, legislation, and/or regulations that are in line with MCCP's goal
of providing comprehensive health care to underserved children.
If you are interested in volunteering to assist the Advocacy Committee fulfill its mission, please e-mail MCCP at mccp@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703) 324-5171.
Finance Committee
Mission:
The mission of the Finance Committee is to establish strategies that continue
to increase the MCCP restricted fund to provide health care coverage under the MCCP program.
Strategies:
Monitor investment performance and assess reasonableness / balance of investment
portfolio in light of prevailing market conditions.
If you are appropriately qualified and are interested in volunteering to assist the Finance Committee fulfill its mission, please e-mail MCCP at mccp@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703) 324-5171.
Marketing and Public Relations Committee
Mission:
The mission of the Marketing and Public Relations Committee is to increase support
and public enthusiasm for the MCCP through the development and execution of strategies
designed to heighten awareness of the program, thereby serving to increase monetary
commitments and reinforce fundraising efforts. The Committee will serve as a resource
to MCCP staff in the implementation of the following.
Strategies:
- Develop and maintain continuous relationship with the press; form coalition of news organizations to provide expertise and involvement; coordinate press conferences, coverage of events and announcements.
- Initiate marketing/advertising campaign utilizing print and broadcast media to include newspapers, magazines, television, radio stations and web sites.
- Design comprehensive marketing materials to be used in promotion and in business and foundation solicitation efforts, to include: press kits, e-newsletters, and quarterly "Partners" newsletters.
- Initiate community outreach activities for MCCP exposure by working with civic and service organizations and instituting a speaker's bureau.
- Work with Media Advisory Committee, whose members represent local print and broadcasting media, to devise strategies to promote awareness of the MCCP and its activities.
- Develop and maintain MCCP web site.
If you are interested in volunteering to assist the Marketing and Public Relations Committee fulfill its mission, please e-mail MCCP at mccp@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703-324-5171)
Membership Committee
Mission:
The mission of the Membership Committee is to recruit new members to ensure continuation
of a strong, cohesive Advisory Council rich with diverse, talented members committed
to the advancement of MCCP's mission.
Goals:
Recruit individuals with skill sets that fill needs to support other MCCP Committees
and encourage new members to become active members in those respective Committees.
Coordinate receptions and other special events to attract new members and, at a
minimum, increase awareness and promote advocacy and support.
If you are interested in volunteering to assist the Membership Committee fulfill its mission, please e-mail MCCP at mccp@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703) 324-5171.
Provider Committee
Mission:
The mission of the Provider Committee is to recruit and retain physicians, dentists,
and other providers for the MCCP program. The Committee shall also recognize providers
at least once a year either at an event or via correspondence.
Goals:
- Align the cultural needs of the children to care providers
- Increase awareness of MCCP program activity
- Expand provider services
Strategies:
- Enhance provider directory to reflect cultural competence
- Recruit providers that reflect the target population
- Conduct one major dental event
- Conduct community screening
- Conduct provider orientations
- Address transportation issues
If you are interested in volunteering to assist the Provider Committee
to fulfill its mission, please e-mail MCCP at mccp@fairfaxcounty.gov or call
(703) 324-5171.
Resource Development Committee
Mission:
The mission of the Resource Development Committee is to raise money through targeted
Corporate campaigns, special events, mailings, etc. to further the advancement
of MCCP. The long-term goal is to complete a $39 million dollar restricted fund goal
so MCCP can provide ongoing comprehensive health and dental care for uninsured
children of the working poor of Fairfax County. Initiatives may include, but are
not limited to:
I. Major Corporate Campaign
- Letter writing campaign
- Proposals
- Meetings with executives
- Phone calls
- Involvement of Advisory Council members
II. Special Event Suggestions
- Golf Tournaments
- Business Roundtables
- Technical Assistance Contracts
- Produce Marketing Initiatives
- Booster or Special Public Schools Initiatives
III. Grants
- Foundations: Public and Private
- Federal, State or other Non-Profit Solicitations
- Endowments
- Charitable Trusts
If you are interested in volunteering to assist the Resource Development Committee fulfill its mission, please e-mail MCCP at mccp@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703-324-5171)
Speakers Bureau Committee
Mission:
The mission of the Speakers Bureau Committee is to increase community awareness
regarding the needs of medically uninsured children, communicate MCCP's efforts
addressing the issues, and encourage contributions (monetary, advocacy or volunteer)
to help fulfill MCCP's mission and goals.
Strategies:
Identify audiences targeting community and civic organizations to share the MCCP
story through presentations and to get their individual and group involvement.
Target audiences include:
- Service clubs,
- Faith-based community,
- Professional groups,
- Chambers of Commerce,
- Alumni Groups, and
- Community groups.
If you are interested in volunteering to assist the Speakers Bureau Committee by facilitating introductions or taking the lead on a community or civic initiative, please e-mail MCCP at mccp@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703) 324-5171.
Walk of Fame Gala Committee
Mission:
The mission of the Gala Committee is to conceive and stage the annual MCCP gala
for the express purpose of honoring past and present contributors to MCCP; raising
funds and resources needed to fulfill MCCP's stated objectives; and recruiting
new members and advocates to fulfill MCCP's stated mission.
Strategies:
Recruiting / soliciting:
- Volunteers to participate actively on a Gala subcommittee
- Contributors of live and silent auction items
- Sponsors of ads in gala program
- Corporate or ecumenical sponsorships
- Celebrities, elected officials, and other VIPs to attend the gala.
Subcommittees:
- Auction Committee
- Program Committee
- Public Relations/Marketing Committee
- Registration Committee
- Sponsorship Committee
If you are interested in volunteering to assist the Gala Committee or its Subcommittees please email Vance Zavela or call (703) 324-5171
