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We strongly believe that one of the most significant factors in the success of any organization is the number, quality and commitment of members used to guide, implement and promote the organization. Spandana is driven and lead by its members. Members are the lifeblood of Spandana and they play decisive role in shaping up activities of Spandana. We have three types of membership: Core Member Core members form heart of the organization. They play critical role in day-to-day functioning, executing initiatives and projects undertaken by Spandana. Core Members are expected to contribute — not just of their time, ideas but also a meaningful monthly financial commitment to the organization. In today’s fast-paced world, most people value their time, perhaps even more than they value their financial assets. If a core member is willing to give of their time, it goes without saying that they have a belief in the organization and its programme. Therefore, they are generally also willing to make the financial commitment needed to make this organization succeed. Core members will carry out the functions of executing projects, conducting fund raising activities, researching major donor prospects, setting up project meetings and working with on-shore and off-shore volunteers. Core members will closely work with all stakeholders to strategize about donors and how best to approach them, help identify and motivate other members, and serve as a leadership example for others by contributing to the organization at significant levels. Active Member Active members are those who donate their time, ideas and make financial contributions infrequently. These are interested members who support the organization but unable to spend more time with organizational activities regularly. They actively participate in Spandana projects whenever they have time and make financial contributions also on a case-by-case basis. They don’t make monthly financial contributions like core members but do make them off and on. Support Member Support members donate their time and ideas. They are not expected to make any financial contribution. These are active members who spend lot of time in executing our projects, coordinating activities and on several other organizational initiatives. We encourage all our members to choose their suitable and convenient membership. We don’t compel any individual to join in any particular membership group. It is always member’s choice! All types of members are equally important to us! We constantly look for volunteers who are leaders in the community, who have demonstrated an interest in the organization, who have the capability to inspire other people to action and who are interested to make a positive difference in poor lives back home in India. We don’t distinguish people based on race, religion, sex or any other factor, any individual is encouraged to join us. Finally, financial contribution is voluntary, not mandatory. |
