Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I need to be affiliated in some way with the Shriners organization to help or be a member of the Womens General Auxiliary?

No Shrine affiliation is necessary. We welcome all who are interested in supporting our mission.

What are your greatest needs?

We are always in need of toys, clothing and financial contributions.

Do you have memorials or honorariums?

Yes. Please refer to the memorials & honorariums section of the Financial Contributions page for how to designate this type of donation.

Who handles business information?

All information regarding auxiliaries should be directed to the chairman, Marjorie Park.

What papers are to be sent to the Financial Secretary?

One check is to be sent to the Financial Secretary that covers donations, party favors, holiday gifts, etc. Do not include memorials.

Send a completed Donation/Contribution Log form when sending money. If your treasury contains a large amount of money after your last spring meeting, please send those funds. With the combined auxiliary funds, higher interest rates can be obtained.

The Financial Secretary must receive your annual report, on or before December 15th, at the end of the calendar year, along with your check. This report, along with the money, is necessary for the preparation of our annual audit.

All checks should be made payable to the Womens General Auxiliary and sent, along with the proper forms to the Financial Secretary, Barbe Burlingame.

How do we submit the IRS e-Postcard?

Beginning in 2008, small tax-exempt organizations that previously were not required to file returns will be required to submit an annual electronic notice, Form 990-N. When submitting the e-Postcard, use your own auxiliary’s IRS number. Do not use the Womens General Auxiliary’s IRS number. Your report should read:

• Womens General Auxiliary to Shriners Hospitals for Children® — Twin Cities
• Your auxiliary name and address
• And if still in business

Small organizations must submit the e-Postcard electronically before May 15th of each calendar year. The IRS is developing an electronic filing system for the e-Postcard and procedures will be publicized on the IRS website at www.irs.gov/eo when the system is completed and ready for us.