Service programs in section 67 are off to a great start this year and planning for National Service Week is underway. We are having service conference calls every couple of weeks leading up to NSW and things are going pretty well. Please be aware of the upcoming events and please join in the fun :) And don't forget to start getting together your non-perishable foods and winter blankets/clothes for donations at the regional conference!

October 8, 2011 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Louisville, KY
October 14, 2011 Halloween at the Zoo with Delta Theta in Louisville, KY
October 15, 2011 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Lexington, KY

A tip for managing a healthy service program: Diversity
It is important to provide multiple opportunities in location, time and avenue to allow members of your chapters to find their niche in the service program. Offering various different types of projects with various audiences as well as multiple time and date opportunities will allow increased participation and will help to fight off the "burnt out" feeling that sometimes arises when one takes part in the same type of project over and over again. Provide opportunities that allow brothers to spread their service wings and find their heart in service. I, for instance, love kids and the elderly...that's where my heart is when it comes to not only service, but my career as well. Some love animals, others the environment/outdoor activities. Helping brothers find that special project or organization that they will form a bond with and be dedicated to for life is part of what being a great Service VP is all about!

YiLFS,
Amanda