In the Fall, there will be live documents linked to this page. One file will list all available service projects for member participation opportunities. One file will have all membership service hours and meeting attendance so you can monitor your progress and ensure we have accurate records. 

In order to provide to provide a wide range of meaningful service opportunities for our membership, students serve as Directors of Service within designated focus areas. These student leaders work to identify and develop service initiatives, coordinate outreach efforts, and establish partnerships with community organizations in order to expand volunteer opportunities and strengthen our impact within the community. The Vice President of Service serves as the chairperson of the Directors of Service Team.

The Directors of Service Team include:

• Director of School Services

• Director of Youth and Senior Services

• Director of Medical Services

• Director of Community Services

• Director of Environmental Services

• Director of Animal Welfare Services

The responsibilities of each Director of Service  include:

• Identify 5-7 projects  per month

• Update the project listings on the club website monthly

• Work with the Service Team and Public Relations Team to promote the opportunities

• Work with the Secretary to ensure that member participation is properly recorded 

• Work with the Membership Team to recognize member service participation

• Reflect on the projects for future consideration

Each project is required to have a Project Manager. 

The responsibilities of the Project Manager include:

•   TBA - to be identified by the Board

Club Officer Service to Club

The service that officers provide is invaluable to the club and should be recognized; however, not all hours performed in the duties of a club officer are automatically considered "service to club" or community service hours. While administrative work enables a club to function, many organizations distinguish between direct, hands-on service to the community and administrative leadership. 

Here is a breakdown of how officers duties are typically recognized:

• Planning & Organizing: Time spent planning, preparing for, or coordinating a service project, fundraiser, or event is often considered service

• Service Committee Meetings: Meetings specifically focused on planning a service project

• Active Service: Time spent performing direct, hands-on work

• Running Fundraisers: Preparing for a fundraiser for a charity that does not financially benefit the club itself

• In conclusion: We count and recognize the hours spent actively planning or conducting service events, but not the general administrative time spent running the club.

Hours that do not count as service

• Administrative Tasks: Routine tasks like responding to emails, updating social media or general management that do not directly involve helping the community

• Club Meetings: Attending regular club meetings, board meetings, or committee meetings, even id they are necessary for operation

• Marketing/Recruitment: Time spent on recruitment, creating flyers, or promoting the organization to potential members.

Guidelines for Recognizing Hours

• Board Approval: Service hours are generally defined as any hour of service performed by a member with the approval of their club's Board of Directors.

• Incentives vs. Reporting: The club may award additional hours for incentive purposes to encourage leadership, but these administrative hours cannot be reported as official service hours.

• Documenting "Service to Club":  The club may recognize "service to club" or "service to organization" (like organizing a service event or mentoring members) differently than community service. These will be documented in a separate category (e.g. leadership or organizational development) to avoid confusion.