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Everything you need toknow to keep members in
the seats
Hook, Line, andSinker
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Retaining members is one of the most difficulttasks a Circle K club faces. Whether its a lack ofservice projects, bad weather, or disjointedcommunication between officers and members,
any of these things could cause potential membersto lose interest.
But dont worry! There are several ways you can
keep members coming back to your club meetingsand participating in service projects.
I dont know what todo!
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Concisely inform membersabout upcoming serviceprojects and districtevents.
Discuss previous service
projects by having thosewho participated saysomething theyliked/disliked about theprojects.
Have a mini project orgame ready. That way,your members can attendmeetings to obtaininformation and still doservice!
Bring a dessert that youbuy or make yourself. It
Invite any members ofnearby K-family branchesto your meetings, as wellas your clubs advisor.This simultaneously
teaches K-family relationsand shows members thatothers care about themand their clubs success.
Host alternative meetingtimes at lunch for
members who cant makeregular meetings. This isalso a great way to knowmembers on a morepersonal level.
Interesting Meetings
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Its important to have awide variety of serviceprojects to keep everyoneinterested.
You can try to have morethan one service projectgoing on during the week,so that all members havesomething to do.
Plan joint service projectswith other clubs (Habitatfor Humanity, other K-family clubs, etc.); this alsoincreases your exposure inthe community.
Groups or Themes for ServiceProjects
The environment
Senior citizens
Children Holidays, especially those
at the end of the calendaryear
Those who are
impoverished or homeless Projects to benefit our
service partners (BetterWorld Books, UNICEF,March of Dimes, Students
Team Up to Fight HungerS U H
Varied Service Projects
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Try to have at least a fewsocials each month.
Socials can be really simple;you dont need to plan a hugeparty or take a trip
somewhere. Get a mascot for your club and
let your members keep it for afew days or a week. Takepictures of your mascotvolunteering at your clubsprojects.
Celebrate members birthdays(by month or semester)
Member of the Monthprogram: Give one or two
deserving members a rewardfor the hard work they did
Some Social Ideas Have a potluck dinner or eat
out at a restaurant
Ice/roller skating
Board game night Make smores, brownies, or
cookies
Have a dance party!
Go camping or hiking, if
possible Attend a home game of your
universitys sports teams, orwatch one on TV together
Movie or TV DVD night
Wii/X Box/Playstation 3 night
Socials and Other FunStuff
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Remember.
KEEPRECRUITING!
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Its so important to touchbase with your members,faculty advisor, andKiwanis advisor on aregular basis.
You can communicate asoften as you deemnecessary.
This also applies to peoplein the community and oncampus. This is a goodtime for recruitment and
lets everyone know whatyour club is up to.
Methods ofCommunication
Email
Telephone (call or text)
Visit
Club or district newsletter
Skype, AIM, Facebook, etc.
Posters and flyers
Chalk the sidewalk Campus radio or television
station
Collaborate on serviceprojects with other clubs or
organizations
Communication
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Communication forEveryone
General information
Meant for more than a few
people Choose a method where
information can be quicklydistributed to lots ofpeople.
Examples:Mass email
TeleconferenceBanners/posters/fliers
Facebook group
Specific Communication Detailed information
Meant for one to fivepeople
Choose a method that ismore personal and focusesmore attention on therecipient
Examples:Telephone call
Skype or Facebook chat
Personal email
Visit
Communication Ctd
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There are several ways to take
your Circle K membership tothe next level.
Here are a few ways to get you
started.
More Than a Member
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District and International Level Become a member of the district board
(Lieutenant governor, committee chair, bulletin
editor, etc.) Participate in district events
Be a subcommittee chair or member on the districtor international level
Attend international conferences and events Run for an international position
If none of the above suit you, run for office on the
club level!
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Helpful Resources
Your district board: They can answer your questionsand provide input on your recruitment measures.
Your club advisor: He can make you aware ofrecruitment opportunities on campus and in the
community, as well as helping you facilitate them. Circle K website: Has several downloadable pieces on
club building, fun service projects, Key to College, andmuch more!
http://slp.kiwanis.org/CircleK/Resources.aspx Carolinas Circle K website: Includes a comprehensive
manual on membership development and education,Key to College presentation, and Monthly MemberEducation materials.
http://www.carolinascki.org/clubresources.html
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Live to serve,Love to serve.