Young professional clubs – The similarities and differences, and secrets to their success

Hands on projects Young people prefer Project ideas Hands on projects Interaction with children/ people being served Being able to see the difference they are making Project ideas Carnival at Boys & Girl Club Field day Petting zoo for children with disabilities

Fellowship Young people prefer Event ideas Mix of service projects and social activities Opportunities to bond with fellow members Service alongside friends Event ideas Happy hour Wine tasting Mini-golf, bowling, etc.

Meeting format Young people prefer Format change ideas Convenient meeting times and locations Meetings with purpose Interaction during meetings Clubs that do not pressure 100% attendance goals Meeting add-ons: projects, socials, etc. Format change ideas Alternative meeting times and formats Dinner before meeting; project or social after meeting

Functional club models Review current board structure Determine how many directors your club needs Make directors matter with committee or project assignments Determine whether line of succession to president is deterring members from service Consider combining secretary and treasurer roles Ensure equal balance of work

Dues structure Young people prefer Dues structure ideas Knowing where dues monies are going Clubs with membership options that lower membership costs Dues structure ideas Implement reduced dues during first few years Lower dues for former SLP and younger members Publish document on how dues monies are spent

Effective sponsorship Young people prefer Clubs that sponsor Service Leadership Programs Clubs with memberships that reflect their communities Sponsorship ideas Know your club’s sponsorship requirements for each SLP club type Implement recruitment event for former SLP members

Internet & Email use Young people prefer Ideas Clubs that have a web presence and use email and other mediums to disseminate information Ideas Implement a club website: use Kiwanis’ club and district website tool (www.kiwanisone.org) Implement recruitment event for former SLP members

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