1. Member Recruitment And Retention~ It’s a People Thing by Audrey McDonough

2. Recruitment and Retention Begin with the End in Mind Build in Values of Connection and Service Be Intentional About Member Development through Investment, Training, Appreciation, Celebration

3. Begin with the End in Mind Define your criteria for selecting members. What qualities will your ideal member possess? Recruitment is a year round process; start early. The AmeriCorps National Recruitment System is your friend.

4. Where Can You Find Great AmeriCorps Applicants? Social media sites~Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Website… – Your facebook page is a great place to tell your story and give prospective members a view of what their AmeriCorps experience could be like. College Career Services Sites Current and Former Members Community Groups Everywhere~Diversify your strategy

5. Every Picture Tells a Story