Exchange Club

Unity for Service

The National Exchange Club Foundation

• Established in 1979.

• Preventing child abuse through a network of Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Centers.

• Over the last 25 years, the Foundation and its network have helped more than 545,000 families and 1.3 million children.

CAP Centers

• 115 centers in 26 states.

• Centers utilize the Parent Aide Program.

• Last year, centers have reached more than 91,000 families and 318,000 children.

Fundraising

• Program fund - used to underwrite the National Exchange Club program of service and its national project, child abuse prevention.

• Endowment fund - principle is permanently invested and only interest earnings are used to support the programs of Exchange.

Parent Aide Program

• Parent Aides are trained individuals who become role models for parents.

• Teach parents to be more loving and responsible to their children.

• Provide support and encouragement to parents.

Shaken Baby Syndrome

• Vigorous shaking of a baby can cause bleeding inside the head and increased pressure on the brain.

• Head trauma is the leading cause of disability among abused infants and children.

• Educational materials available through Exchange.

Cyber Tipline• Sponsored by the National

Center for Missing & Exploited Children, FBI, U.S. Customs Service, and the U.S. Postal Service

• 1-800-843-5678 (800-THE-LOST)

• Help prevent incidents of sexual approaches or solicitations toward children on the internet.

GiveAKidAFlagToWave

• 450,000 Flags given out each year.

• Help spread the American spirit.

• Great project for parades, holidays, special public events and other gatherings.

• Flags available through Exchange headquarters.

Proudly We Hail

• Honor those who display the American flag properly and regularly.

• A great way to strengthen patriotism.

• Good public relations opportunity.

• Award plaques available from National Headquarters.

The Freedom Shrine• Developed from the 1947

Freedom Train exhibit.

• Facsimiles of our nation’s historical documents.

• Indoor or outdoor displays at schools, libraries, city halls and other public areas.

• Can be held in conjunction with essay and speech contests.

One Nation Under God

• Increase public appreciation of the important roles religious faith and freedom have played in our nation’s history.

• Celebrated in November.

• Invite members of the community, such as businesses and local civic group or church.

Get Out the Vote• Educates and encourages

citizens to register and vote in elections.

• Organize a voter registration drive project.

• Organize election day voter services, including staffing polls and general education.

Healing FieldsAn impressive display of

full-sized American flags in an outdoor setting. The flags can represent veterans, victims of child abuse, or other noteworthy causes.

Adopt-a-UnitSend correspondence and care packages to troops

overseas.

Flag retirement ceremonyCollect old or worn flags from the community and conduct a

proper flag retirement ceremony.

Essay or speech contestHold a patriotism essay or speech contest. Have the winner

read the essay or speech at a special club meeting.

Youth Projects

A.C.E. Award

• Accepting the Challenge of Excellence.

• Recognizes high school students who have overcome great obstacles and are now eligible for graduation.

• Recognizes students who are often overlooked for their accomplishments.

Young Citizenship Award

• Recognizes students who work hard at being good citizens at home, at school, and in the community.

• Encourages students to maintain a high standard of conduct.

• Creates partnerships between schools and Exchange Clubs.

Youth of the Year

• Honors outstanding students who excel in academics and leadership.

• Club level winners compete at district level.

• District level winners compete at the national level for a $10,000 scholarship.

EXCEL Clubs

• Groups of high school students dedicated to improving their community through volunteerism.

• Great way to develop valuable leadership and networking skills.

• Sponsored and mentored by a local Exchange Club.

Book of Golden Deeds• Recognizes volunteers who

dedicate their time and talents to bettering their communities.

• Easy to implement and a great way to promote Exchange within your community.

• Not limited to a single individual; can be awarded to groups.

Crime and Fire Prevention

• Wide array of activities, such as Officer/Firefighter of the Year, Child ID/Fingerprinting, My Day in Court, and distributing smoke detectors.

• Observed in month of October.

• Partnerships with local Police and Fire Departments, schools, and courts.

Service to Seniors

• Helping seniors lead full, productive lives.

• Wide variety of projects can be done, including Adopt-a-Grandparent, Nursing Home Visits, and Meals on Wheels.

Service to Seniors• Helping seniors lead full,

productive lives.

• Wide variety of projects, including Adopt-a-Grandparent, Nursing Home Visits, and Meals on Wheels.

Family Days• Fosters greater appreciation of

family living among our communities.

• A special gathering to which all club members and their families are invited.

• Events can include special contests that allow families to work together for a common cause.