Membership

The Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club recruits young women between the ages of 21 and 39 who are interested in making a difference in the lives of Valley children in need. It may be one of the most rewarding commitments you ever make! Our next membership drive is coming in September of 2008.

For more information on membership, please send Shirley our VP of Membership an e-mail or leave a message at 602-452-2030. We make every effort to respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible.

We appreciate your interest and look forward to sharing more information with you about Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club.


Newly inducted members and our 2004-2005 Board

The Code
With the productive years of my life before me, with ambitions and ideals to be realized, I accept the following principles in their attainment:
To show proper appreciation for my community, and to do everything in my power for its growth and development;
To recognize that friendship is reciprocal and that friendly cooperation is the foundation of society;
To offer sincere service to the Active 20-30 and to fulfill to the best of my ability any task that the organization may assign me.
Meetings
Meetings are generally held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. All members are required to attend 60% of the meetings in a quarter. The Board of Directors meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month, and all members are invited to attend.
"Hands-on" Events
Our "hands-on" events consist mainly of taking the kids and teens, of the charities and non-profit organizations we support, on outings. We generally have at least one "hands-on" event per month that our members can participate in. A few of the outings that have been organized include taking the children and teens to the Phoenix Zoo, the rodeo, out for pizza, to children's plays, on picnics, to pottery painting and Zoo Lights. All club members are required to attend a minimum of one "hands-on" event each quarter.
The Objectives
To develop members, by precept and example, into a more intelligent, aggressive and serviceable citizenship and to create in them a desire to participate actively in civic and welfare work in their respective communities;
To create in every member a personal desire for knowledge and self-improvement and to develop trust, friendship and understanding between people in their professional and social activities;
To provide a practical means of forming enduring friendships and goodwill among its members in their communities, their country and throughout the world;
To hold and promote entertainment, instructions, programs and social gatherings in and for the furtherance of the purposes of "Active 20-30 United States & Canada".

Top 10 Questions about Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club

1- WHAT IS VALLEY OF THE SUN ACTIVE 20-30 CLUB?
The Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club is part of a national fundraising organization which raises money for children's charities. We are one of four Active 20-30 Clubs in the Phoenix metropolitan area, and the only one that admits women to its membership.

2 - HOW MANY MEMBERS ARE THERE?
We have approximately 60 current members between the ages of 21 and 39. Our goal is to have 75 members helping us with VIVA 2008.

3 - HOW DO I BECOME A MEMBER?
We hold two membership drives per year. During those membership drives prospective members are required to attend three meetings and one "hands-on" event within a designated period of time as well as pay a $30 application fee to be paid no later than your second meeting. After completing the prospective requirements, prospective members are voted in by the board.

4 - WHAT ARE THE TIME COMMITMENTS?
We ask that all members attend 60% of the meetings in a quarter, standing committee meetings as scheduled, and fully participate prior to and on the day of our fundraising events. We also require that members participate in a Florence Crittenton event at least once a quarter. General meetings generally last 1-1.5 hours. Formal meetings sometimes last longer if we have a guest speaker. Standing committee meetings may last longer depending on committee goals.

5 - WHAT ARE THE FINANCIAL COMMITMENTS?
Our monthly dues are $25, paid in quarterly installments of $75. Our national dues are $80 per year, paid in July. National dues are prorated if needed for new members.

6 - HOW OFTEN DO WE MEET?
We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. Meeting locations may change and additional meetings (Executive or standing committee meetings) may be scheduled.

7 - MAY I EXPECT A MEAL AT EVERY MEETING?
During our formal meetings (the second meeting of the month), we usually schedule our meeting around dinner by patronizing one of our sponsors. During informal meetings, we usually do not eat.

8 - DO WE SUPPORT OTHER 20-30 CLUBS?
We have terrific relationships with all three Valley men's Active 20-30 Clubs. We often volunteer for their events, donate money toward their charities, and offer names of potential new members for their clubs. Many members of the men's clubs have participated in our fundraising events as well.

9 - DO WE HAVE SOCIAL EVENTS WITH THE OTHER 20-30 CLUBS?
In the past we have enjoyed happy hours, mixers and holiday parties with the other clubs. Our Social Chairperson coordinates with the other clubs on arranging these, and we hope to have many more in the near future.

10 - WHAT ARE STANDING COMMITTEES?
Standing committees support specific aspects of the club, which need more time and manpower than a general meeting. Standing Committees include: Charities/Events, Membership, Public Relations, and Social. The by-laws require all members to be involved with one standing committee.

 
Membership

If you are interested in becoming a member of Valley of the Sun Active 20/30 Club please mark your calendars and save the date for our next membership drive held in September 2008. Please contact our VP of Membership at info@vos2030.org for more information. Please remember to include your name and phone number in your e-mail.

 

Member Info


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Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club - 602.452.2030 - PO Box 9182, Scottsdale, AZ 85252