What is a Chapter?
A Growth Against Adversity chapter is a branch of our non-profit that dedicates themselves to provide educational aid in their community, or different countries. It may be a group of 4 or even 30, but every chapter supports GAA's mission. A chapter may be a school club, a community group, or even a state-wide initiative.
A chapter is expected for a continuous commitment to students in your community and around the world, and to keep good relationships with local foster cares, title-one schools, and donation centers.
All About a GAA Chapter
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Benefits of Starting a Chapter:
1. You can support and ease the difficulty of students without opportunities.
2. Gain the chance to get a leadership position and manage a team.
3. Foster new connections and contribute to a diverse team environment.
4. Earn numerous service hours.
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Setting Up Your Chapter:
1. School chapters must register with their school or consult leadership prior to applying to GAA.
2. Submit your application to register a Growth Against Adversity chapter.
3. Meet with our executive team for an interview.
4. Select your chapter's officers.
5. Set the goals your chapter aims to achieve.
6. Brainstorm potential events and fundraisers.
7. Invite new members and build partnerships.
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Promoting Your Chapter:
1. Design flyers to distribute and encourage friends to share on social media.
2. Promote your chapter through your school’s newsletter, news show, magazine, or any other available platforms.
3. If your school hosts a club fair at the start of the year to introduce clubs to students, be sure to have your chapter participate!
4. Offer rewards that encourage membership.