Become a Member
New Member Orientation
Our New Member Orientation is a flexible period of training with three 2-hour classes designed to fit into your busy schedules. It is not necessary to complete the training sessions in order. The different sessions are presented regularly so that the new member has ample opportunity to complete her orientation. The three sessions include:
Session A - Assistance League – All About Us!
- This is where we get to know one another, create our biography board, and learn about Assistance League. New members will learn about the national organization and our chapter, its finances, practices, and the impact we have on our community.
- After reviewing the standing committees, each new member will make a committee selection. Examples of standing committees include newsletter, information technology, membership, grants, and thrift shop.
Session B - Bylaws and Binders
- Each new member is given a binder containing the chapter yearbook. Although there are over 100 pages to cover in this session, we touch on just a few and leave the reading, beyond the binder, up to each new member.
- The thrift shop workdays section of the binder will be reviewed. Each new member will then select a thrift shop workday. The session leader will spend time giving a brief introduction to the organization of the Thrift Shop and its operation. Additional training will be provided by a member of the Thrift Shop Committee.
Session C - Committees and Commitment
- At this session, the new members will learn about the various philanthropic programs; the focus of each program, program activities, and time required to participate in the program.
- After the overview of the nine philanthropic programs, new members will select a program where they would like to volunteer.
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