US LACROSSE CHAPTERS TRAINING GUIDE 2013

1. US LACROSSE CHAPTERS TRAINING GUIDE2013

2. PART 1: US LACROSSE OVERVIEW

3. OVERALL LACROSSE PARTICIPATION Over the past decade, the number of men, women and youths playing lacrosse has increased another 9.6% each year to reach the estimated 684,730 people playing today.

4. WHO IS US LACROSSE? • Largest, all-encompassing resource for lacrosse knowledge. • Founded in 1998 as the National Governing Body of men’s, women’s and youth lacrosse. • Largest lacrosse organization in the world, focused primarily on youth (U19) lacrosse, education, safety and opportunities for all. • Volunteer-based organization - national board of directors and executive committee with equal representation from the men’s, women’s and youth games. • Headquarters is located in Baltimore, Md., with a staff of more than 70, plus volunteers and interns. • US Lacrosse has a network of chapters covering 43 states, committed to developing and promoting the game starting at the grassroots level. • 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit organization relies on membership dues, annual giving grants, endowments, sponsorships to achieve organizational mission and vision. • Membership base grown to 400,000+ in 2011. • For more information about US Lacrosse’s organizational structure, board of directors, staff directory, and strategic plan, please visit http://www.uslacrosse.org/UtilityNav/AboutUSLacrosse/Overview.aspx.

5. US LACROSSE OUR MISSION US Lacrosse is the national governing body of lacrosse. Through responsive and effective leadership, US Lacrosse strives to provide programs and services to inspire participation while protecting the integrity of the sport. OUR VISION We envision a future which offers people everywhere the opportunity to discover, learn, participate in, enjoy and ultimately embrace the shared passion of the lacrosse experience. CONTACT US Lacrosse 113 West University Parkway  Baltimore, MD 21210 Phone: 410-235-6882 Fax: 410-366-6735  info@uslacrosse.org www.uslacrosse.orgwww.laxmagazine.com

6. US LACROSSE GROWTH As the sport continues to grow, US Lacrosse membership has grown at an average of 12% over the past 5 years to reach the current 385,540+ members today. **Note: The Total Membership figure is the summation of classifications other than those listed above.

7. USL MEMBERSHIP VS. PARTICIPATION

8. WHAT DOES US LACROSSE DO? WHAT DOES US LACROSSE DO? • US Lacrosse Provides: • Membership Services & Benefits • Men’s and Women’s Game Management • Men’s and Women’s National Teams • Sport Development Programs & Services • Marketing and Communications to all constituencies • Special Events • Lacrosse Hall of Fame and Museum • Fundraising

9. BENEFITS OF USL MEMBERSHIP • 12 Issues of Lacrosse Magazine • Access to Events • Instruction from the game’s best players, coaches, and officials • Annual email communication program highlighting constituent specific benefit information • Membership card and bag tag • Enrollment in a Chapter • Supplemental accident Insurance for players and liability insurance for programs • Staff Support/Information Center • 10% Off- Members receive 10% off all purchases at the US Lacrosse Store. • Partnership Benefits (e.g. Sports Authority coupons) • Access to Grants and Education Membership Benefit Video For more information on the Benefits available to all USL Members, please click HERE.

10. MEN’S /WOMEN’S GAME MANAGEMENT • US Lacrosse staff members and volunteers play a critical role in developing the rules and best practices for the sport. • US Lacrosse, in conjunction with volunteer committees, develops and authors the rules for the Women’s game • For the Men’s game, US Lacrosse is a consultant with the National Federation of High School (NFHS) and NCAA for the Men’s game To purchase a rule book, please click HERE.

11. MEN’S /WOMEN’S GAME MANAGEMENT In 2011, US Lacrosse deployed its first set of youth rules for the boys and girls game. Along with developing the new rules with national volunteers, US Lacrosse also produced its first Youth Rules and Best Practices Guidebook • RULES- developed to focus on player development, team play, sportsmanship and safety • BEST PRACTICES- provide guidelines for youth lacrosse organizations to make sure the emphasis is where it should be– on the health and well being of the children, and their enjoyment and development in the game. The rules and best practices in these guidebooks were developed in conjunction with the US Lacrosse Sports Science and Safety Committee, a diverse group of professionals that specialize in a variety of disciplines within the sports medicine field. Please click HERE to reference the rules and best practices for each game. For more information about rules for other levels of play, please click HERE.

12. ALL AMERICA PROGRAM US Lacrosse annually coordinates All-American and Academic All-American awards for boys’ and girls’ high school players. • All nominations must be submitted to the appropriate chair for your region (varies by game) • All nominations are reviewed by a selection committee before players are named an All American or an Academic All American. For additional information about the Boy’s All American Process, please click HERE. • USL Contact: Brian McGettigan (bmcgettigan@uslacrosse.org) and Stephen Berger (sberger@uslacrosse.org) For additional information about the Girl’s All American Process, please click HERE. • USL Contact: Liz Piper (lpiper@uslacrosse.org) and Melissa Coyne (mcoyne@uslacrosse.org)

13. NATIONAL TEAMS US Lacrosse coordinates all aspects of the men’s and women’s national teams program. The US teams compete in sanctioned world championships through the Federation of International Lacrosse. The US team program has four primary teams: • U.S. Men’s Team (selected every four years) • U.S. Women’s Team (selected annually) • U.S. Men’s U-19 Team (selected every four years) • U.S. Women’s U-19 Team (selected every four years) The National Teams hold clinics in conjunction with local chapters (see slide 28) For more information about the National Teams, please click HERE.

14. SPECIAL EVENTS US Lacrosse sponsors numerous events over the course of the year that appeal to players, coaches, officials, and fans of the game. • Champion Challenge- • features the U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams taking on the nation’s best collegiate competition • WCLA National Championship- • Women’s Collegiate Lacrosse Associates National Championship • National Tournament- • Celebration of the women’s game (division championships, US Team exhibition, high school all-star game) • West Regional Championship- • U-11, U-13, and U-15 teams from the West compete • Central Regional Championship- • U-11, U-13, and U-15 teams from the Midwest compete • Northeast Regional Championship- • U-11, U-13, and U-15 teams from the Northeast compete • Southeast Regional Championship- • U-11, U-13, and U-15 teams from the Southeast compete • All- American Showcase- • Features the nation’s elite high school players representing all corners of the United States. • U-15 National Championship- • Provides the highest level of national lacrosse competition for U-15 boys’ and girls’ teams • Hall of Fame Ceremony • a celebration to honor the men and women, past and present, whose contribution to the game of lacrosse has been deemed worthy of their induction into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame.　 • National Convention- • The largest and most comprehensive educational and networking event in the lacrosse world For details, exact locations, dates, and to register for each of these events, please click HERE.

15. SPECIAL EVENTS- NATIONAL CONVENTION The US Lacrosse National Convention is the largest and most comprehensive educational and networking event in the lacrosse world for coaches, officials, and administrators held every January. There’s no better way to kick off the season than by joining the sport’s best and brightest for a weekend of learning and networking, all with the goal of “Raising Your Game” when you return to your local lacrosse program. Convention Includes: • Coaching Education Sessions • Officials Education Sessions • Guest speakers • Live Field Demonstrations • And much more! For more information, please click HERE.

16. USL MUSEUM & HALL OF FAME • Museum: Come discover and relive the origins of America’s oldest sport at the Lacrosse Museum and Hall of Fame, located in Baltimore, MD! • For more information about the Museum, including pricing and hours, please click HERE. • National Hall of Fame: initiated in 1957, the Hall of Fame annually inducts individuals based on outstanding lacrosse achievement and/or contribution. The mission of the Lacrosse Hall of Fame is to honor men and women, past and present, who by their deeds as players, coaches, officials, and/or contributors personify the great contribution of the sport of lacrosse to our way of life. • For more information on the National Hall of Fame or to nominate someone to be inducted, please click HERE. All nomination forms must be received by December 15th. • Chapter Halls of Fame: All chapters have the opportunity to establish and induct local “Hall of Famers” into a Chapter Hall of Fame. • To see a listing of Chapter Hall of Fames, including all inductees, please click HERE.

17. USL FOUNDATION—FUNDRAISING • The philanthropic arm of US Lacrosse, the USL Foundation works to generate resources above and beyond membership revenue to support the mission and vision of US Lacrosse. • Your donation directly impacts the programs and services of US Lacrosse, enabling us to build on our shared passion to strengthen the sport through excellence. • To learn more or make a donation, please click HERE. LACROSSE MATTERS, YOUR GIFT MATTERS. DONATE TODAY!

18. PART 2: US LACROSSE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

19. USL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES • New Start Program • Physical Education Lacrosse Grant • First Stick Program • Gold Stick Program • Positive Coaching Alliance • AED Grant Program • Fast Break Initiative • Coaching Education Program • Officials’ Training Program • US National Team Clinics

20. NEW START PROGRAMS • The New Start Program is a free resource for both members and non-members of US Lacrosse. It provides all of the necessary tools, resources, and information you need to launch lacrosse in your area.  • Simply apply online to receive immediate access to these materials: • The US Lacrosse New Start Manual • Sample By-Laws • 501 C3 (non-profit) provisions • US Lacrosse Risk Management Manual • The Preventing Physical and Sexual Abuse Guide • First Aid Kit Contents • Recruiting and Retaining Officials Information • Equipment Assistance Contacts • Copies of the USL Participation Survey • A School Presentation PowerPoint • Please click HEREto learn more about the program. • USL Contact: Meghan Mulford (mmulford@uslacrosse.org)

21. PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRANT • Physical Education Lacrosse, also known as soft lacrosse, is a great way to introduce the sport to your students and community. • US Lacrosse offers two physical education (PE) grant opportunities to assist educators and other lacrosse stakeholders in introducing the sport of lacrosse. • National PE Lacrosse Workshop Program- provides in-service training opportunities AND also awards equipment to workshop participants. • PE Equipment Grant Program- provides soft lacrosse equipment (30 soft lacrosse sticks, 30 soft lacrosse balls, 1 copy of the US Lacrosse PE Curriculum Guide and Reproducible packet). • Please click HERE to learn more about the PE Grant Program and to apply online. • USL Contact: Meghan Mulford (mmulford@uslacrosse.org)

22. FIRST STICK PROGRAM • The ultimate grassroots initiative for new and developing youth (U-19 and below) lacrosse teams nationwide. This program is designed to deliver comprehensive USL developmental and safety resources, equipment, USL membership and coaching training to awarded teams. The end goal of each two-year partnership is to develop self-sustaining youth lacrosse programs that operate by USL national standards and best practices. • Please click HERE to learn more about the program. • The application is available in April on the website and is due on July 1st. • USL Contact: Morgan Cook (mcook@uslacrosse.org)

23. GOLD STICK STANDARDS • A self recognition program to honor and promote those leagues and events that operate under all recommended USL standards and best practices. The Gold Stick Standards embody the “Honor the Game” culture of our sport, and articulate the most worthy objectives of youth sports programs. • US Lacrosse is currently working with a select number of leagues throughout the country to pilot the Gold Stick Program, which will roll out nationally in the summer of 2013. • The Seven Standards for Leagues in the Gold Stick Program: • Rules • League Administration • Safety and Risk Management • Player Safety and Sportsmanship • Screened, Trained, and Certified USL Coaches • Trained/Certified USL Officials • Membership • Please click HERE for more information on the Gold Stick Program. • USL Contact: Billy Hook (bhook@uslacrosse.org)

24. POSITIVE COACHING ALLIANCE (PCA) • US Lacrosse and PCA share the following vision: To equip all coaches with the training and tools needed to become “Double-Goal Coaches”, where goal #1 is striving to win, and goal #2, the more important one, is teaching life lessons via lacrosse. • PCA Double Coach 1 Course (Coaching for Winning and Life Lessons) is a current requirement for the US Lacrosse’s Level 1 Coaching Certification. The course may be completed online or at a live workshop. • Sportsmanship Matching Grant Program- USL will subsidize 50% of the cost of a 1-year PCA Partnership to awarded organizations, consisting of up to 3 workshops, 100 free PCA books, and much more. • To learn more about the Grant Program and to APPLY, please click HERE • If your chapter would like to host a PCA Clinic, please contact the Sport Development Department at sportdevelopment@uslacrosse.org • For more information about the Positive Coaching Alliance, please click HERE

25. AED GRANT PROGRAM • In 2006, US Lacrosse entered a strategic alliance with Cardiac Science to provide greater educational resources and special AED pricing for US Lacrosse members. • AED Matching Grants: • AED Unit & Training Package- for $1395, awarded teams will receive one Powerheart AED G3 Plus Automatic Unit, CPR Certification, as well as AED training and Program Management from Cardiac Science • AED Unit Only- for $700, awarded teams will receive one Powerheart AED G3 Plus Automatic Unit, complete with Rescue Coach and CPR metronome to pace chest compressions. • To apply for an AED Grant, please click HERE. Applications are accepted twice a year, with the first cycle due June 1st, and the second cycle due September 1st. • For more information about the AED Grant Program, please click HERE • USL Contact: Meghan Mulford (mmulford@uslacrosse.org)

26. FAST BREAK INITIATIVE • An initiative started in 2005, designed to infuse a fledging lacrosse area with resources to launch the sport from the roots up through educating COACHES, OFFICIALS, PLAYERS, and ADMINISTRATORS all in one action packed weekend. • Targets an area that has a limited amount of lacrosse being played, but displays strong enthusiasm for the sport and a willingness to learn and work with US Lacrosse to grow the game responsibly. • The local US Lacrosse chapter is responsible for hosting the Fast Break weekend • US Lacrosse will provide some or all of the following programs for FREE to the attendees: • Coaching Education Program • Officials’ Training Program • PE Lacrosse Workshop • For more information and to see what chapters have hosted before, please click HERE • If you would like to host a Fast Break weekend, please contact Meghan Mulford (mmulford@uslacrosse.org)

27. COACHING EDUCATION PROGRAM • The US Lacrosse Coaching Education Program (CEP) includes: • Level 1 and Level 2 Online courses for Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse • Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 Instructional clinics for Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse • Full Certification for Level 1 and Level 2 Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse • Continuing Education Opportunities • Steps to become a Certified Coach: • USL Membership • Purchase and pass a USL/NCSI Background Screening • USL Level 1 Online Course • Level 1 Instructional Clinic • PCA Double Goal Coach Workshop • If your chapter would like to host a CEP Clinic, please contact the Coaching Education Department (cep@uslacrosse.org) • For more information on the CEP, please click HERE

28. OFFICIALS TRAINING PROGRAM • USL develops and maintain the national standards and training programs for the certification of men’s game and women’s game officials at all levels. • Online Courses: developed in 2012, each course will take the learner through the basics of foul recognition in each game. • Resources such as videos, manuals, and senior officials’ mentorship programs are all available online • Instructional Clinics: A platform of nationwide USL clinics offer men’s and women’s game officials on and off field education, training, and evaluation. • To find a local training clinic in your area, please reach out to the local DISTRICT TRAINING COORDINATOR (MEN’S GAME) or the LOCAL BOARD CHAIR (WOMEN’S GAME) • Scholarship Programs: The Officials Education Department awards scholarships to deserving officials to subsidize the travel and registration costs associated with attending the USL National Convention. For more details and to APPLY, please click HERE. • For more information about the Officials Training Program, please click HERE • USL Contact: Charlie Obermayer and Lucia Clark (officials@uslacrosse.org)

29. US NATIONAL TEAM CLINICS • US Lacrosse offers US National Team clinics for youth and high school players (age 6-18) each year. These clinics offer an excellent opportunity to learn from the top players in the US, while also serving as a fundraiser for the US National Teams program and the local chapter host. • If your chapter is interested in hosting a National Team Clinic, applications are available online starting in August each year. In addition, the National Teams Department will send an application via mail to every Chapter President every August. • For more information about National Team Clinics, please click HERE. • USL Contact: Stacie Wentz (swentz@uslacrosse.org)

30. PART 3: US LACROSSE REGIONS AND CHAPTER NETWORK

31. THE REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM SARA NOON Managing Director, Membership Sara Noon- Managing Director of Membership and Chapters • E-Mail- snoon@uslacrosse.org • Phone- (410) 235-6882 ext 114 Steve Kirr- Director of Regional Development • E-Mail- skirr@uslacrosse.org • Phone- (410) 235-6882 ext 122 Lindsay Comodore-Associate Director of Western Regional Development • E-Mail- lcomodore@uslacrosse.org • Phone- (410) 235-6882 ext 189 Michael Cochran-Associate Director of Eastern Regional Development • E-Mail- mcochran@uslacrosse.org • Phone- (410) 235-6882 ext 131 Ashleigh Logan- Chapter Relations Associate • E-Mail-aslogan@uslacrosse.org • Phone- (410) 235-6882 ext 190 STEPHEN KIRR Director, Regional Development LINDSAY COMODORE Assoc. Director of Western Regional Development MICHAEL COCHRAN Assoc. Director of Eastern Regional Development ASHLEIGH LOGAN Chapter Relations Associate

32. USL REGIONAL BREAKDOWN • US Lacrosse is represented by 64 regional chapters serving 43 states throughout the country. • Chapters are divided into the following regions: • Pacific (8 chapters) • Mountain (5 chapters) • North Central (1 chapter) • South Central (6 chapters) • Great Lakes (8 chapters) • South East (8 chapters) • Mid-Atlantic (16 chapters) • New England (12 chapters) • Each chapter has an Executive Board that works with USL National • The establishment of Chapters is designed to unite lacrosse enthusiasts within a given geographic region to advance the objectives of US Lacrosse. • For more information and a full listing of chapters, please click HERE.

33. CHAPTER DNA “A US Lacrosse Chapter shares the same DNA as US Lacrosse.Chapters are seen as a volunteer led extension of USL and its 501(c)3 charitable status sharing local responsibility for serving the lacrosse community.” ––Chapter Effectiveness Subcommittee (CES) Report, June 1, 2012

34. CHAPTER DEFINITION • Chapter Definition A chapter of US Lacrosse is an extension of the national organization. A chapter unifies, promotes, and provides programs and services to the many aspects of men’s and women’s lacrosse in its geographic area. Each chapter serves as a conduit to the national headquarters of US Lacrosse and has the authority to conduct business conforming with the approved requirements outlined in the Chapter Agreement (version, September 2009) and the US Lacrosse Board/Council/Committee member Conflict of Interest Policy. • Each chapter of US Lacrosse is responsible for the following: • To serve as a geographic focal point for the education and development of lacrosse. And to bring US Lacrosse programs & services to members in their jurisdiction. • Actively and consistently communicate to chapter members. • To serve as the unbiased, umbrella support organization for the responsible growth of the sport in their area. • To honor players, coaches, and officials whose skill and conduct on the field and in their business and professional lives inspire in the youth of the nation a high regard for the game of lacrosse. • To completely understand the purpose and responsibilities of US Lacrosse - to organize all levels of men’s and women’s lacrosse under one given body, and to regularly and effectively interact with other chapter areas in the areas of lacrosse promotion, expansion, preservation, information, education and networking.

35. CHAPTER AS REGIONAL SUPPORT • Chapters support the US Lacrosse mission and vision. • Chapters promote US Lacrosse national priorities and implement national strategies. • Chapters promote programs and services to all members, players, leagues, groups, families, coaches, officials, program administrators, and others in the lacrosse community to inspire participation while protecting the integrity of the sport. • Chapters supplement the national organization, but do not replace it.

36. CHAPTER INCORPORATION • Requirement • US Lacrosse requires each chapter to incorporate in their state. For legal reasons at both the national and local levels, it is in the best interest of the chapter to maintain an incorporated status. • Why Incorporate? • If some unfortunate incident should happen (such as an injury at a tournament or fund raising event), and the injured party decides to sue, those managing an unincorporated organization are more likely to face personal liability. Incorporation does not guarantee the chapter leadership will not be sued , but it does provide a measure of defense. The corporation would be the defendant instead of the individuals. • IRS Information about Incorporation • If you go to this link: http://www.irs.gov/charities/article/0,,id=167760,00.html you will find a link and phone number to every state. If you click on your state, please note you will be asked to leave the IRS website to go to an independent state website for information. • Costs • The costs for becoming incorporated will vary from state to state. The costs will include a filing fee and in some states an advertising fee to publish the fact of incorporation. In addition, unless someone does the legal work for free (“pro bono”), there will be the costs of preparing the legal documents - the articles of incorporation (“charter”) and bylaws. • IMPORTANT: • Chapters are prohibited from incorporating or setting up an account as "US Lacrosse XX" or “US Lacrosse XX a Chapter of US Lacrosse”. The individual chapter name must come before ‘US Lacrosse’. It needs to be of the form: “The XXXXXX Chapter of US Lacrosse, Inc.”.

37. OBTAINING AN EIN • What is an EIN? • Federal Employee Identification Number • How to obtain a Federal EIN • Each Chapter of US Lacrosse must obtain its own federal Employer Identification Number (EIN). This is a separate task from becoming incorporated. As an incorporated entity, separate from US Lacrosse, with its own EIN, the Chapter will be considered as a tax exempt entity under US Lacrosse’s Group Exemption number, so the local chapter is not required to file for its own determination letter from the IRS. See Section 5 for more detailed guidance on non-profit status. The local chapter will conduct all business under its own EIN for any tax exempt activities or business. • http://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/article/0,,id=97860,00.html • Your chapter can obtain an EIN through the IRS at • Here is a link to applicable IRS phone numbers for further guidance: http://www.irs.gov/help/article/0,,id=96730,00.html • How to change your chapter information with the IRS: • For a chapter to change its address for IRS purposes only, go to www.irs.gov and search for 8822. Complete section two of form and send to appropriate address noted on page 2. The direct link to IRS Form 8822 is http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8822.pdf. A chapter change of address should occur when the address on file belongs to a past board member who is no longer affiliated with the chapter in any formal capacity as an executive member. As a recommendation, the address on file should belong to either the president of the chapter or the Treasurer. Once a change of address is processed the chapter should immediately contact US Lacrosse with the updated information and provide a copy of the change to the person responsible for filing your tax return.

38. CHAPTER TAXES • TAX YEAR: • In 2003, US Lacrosse moved to a December 31st Fiscal year end. In order to have consistency among all chapters, it is now required that all Chapters adopt a December 31st year end for their corporation. • TAX EXEMPTION: • US Lacrosse chapters have the incredible benefit of being able to fall under the organizations tax exempt umbrella. While chapters must obtain their own EIN, and Incorporate in their own state they still benefit greatly from the 501(c)(3) status under US Lacrosse. A chapter may choose to operate with their own 501(c)(3) if they choose, however; they may have to incur certain responsibilities such as increased IRS filing requirements. • What’s a “501(c)(3) organization”? • “501(c)(3)” refers to a section of the Internal Revenue Code, which is the law that governs federal income tax. A non-profit organization is exempt from federal income tax because it meets the requirements of section 501(c)(3).

39. PART 5: CHAPTER PROGRAMS

40. CHAPTER SPECIFIC PROGRAMS • Chapter Recognition Program • Chapter Grant Program • Chapter Hall of Fame • Chapter Fundraisers • Chapter E-Mail Blast

41. CHAPTER RECOGNITION PROGRAM • US Lacrosse is pleased to recognize the hard work of local US Lacrosse chapters through the Chapter Recognition Program. This program is designed to recognize chapters for their outstanding performance in fulfilling US Lacrosse’s mission to provide programs and services to inspire participation while preserving the integrity of the sport. • This award is granted quarterly and the awarded chapter receives a certificate, outreach via several USL channels of communication, announcement at national convention chapter events, and grant funding. • Chapters are nominated by the Chapter Relations Department and staff at USL, then contacted for an interview. • The awardee is selected by vote of the chapters’ committee after reviewing recent and upcoming activities of the chapter, compliance status as well as long term goals. • For more information, and to read about past awarded chapters, please click HERE. • USL Contact: Ashleigh Logan (aslogan@uslacrosse.org)

42. CHAPTER GRANT PROGRAM • US Lacrosse annually provides grants to its chapters in order to assist with the funding of programs and services to support the growth of the sport in local areas. • The number of grants awarded and the amounts awarded depend on how many applications are submitted and the actual programs for which they are funding. • Chapters must submit a Grant Application in order to be awarded • Only 100% compliant chapters are eligible to apply • Application Period is June 15th – August 15th • All applications are reviewed by the Grant Review Committee • Award Letters are distributed by October 1st The Chapter Grant Program will be offered biannually starting in 2014! • For more information and to read about past awarded grants, please click HERE. • USL Contact: Ashleigh Logan (aslogan@uslacrosse.org)

43. CHAPTER HALL OF FAME • Many chapters annually or biyearly host local Hall of Fame events to recognize and induct local “famers” who have accomplished an outstanding lacrosse achievement and/or made a noteworthy contribution to the sport. • Chapters are responsible to nominate, select, and honor the local lacrosse legends at a Hall of Fame event of their choice. • For a full listing of Chapter Hall of Fame Inductees, please click HERE. • Please see a few of the local Hall of Fame events highlighted on our CHAPTER NEWS page. Please e-mail Ashleigh Logan with a Listing of Inductees, Location and Date of your Chapter’s next Hall Of Fame Event.

44. CHAPTER FUNDRAISING • We encourage chapters to hold local fundraisers to supplement the financial support from US Lacrosse. • Recommended Fundraisers: • Local Tournament • Hall of Fame Events • Host a Moe’s Southwest Grill Benefit Night • Odor Balance • In addition to the above, please feel free to invent your own Chapter Fundraisers and share those that work with us at US Lacrosse and the chapter network! • For more information about the Recommended Fundraisers, please click HERE.

45. E-MAIL BLAST PROCEDURE US Lacrosse can send out an e-mail blast to your chapter members on your behalf up to one time per month. • How to send an E-Mail Blast: • Draft the content within a word document, pdf, e-mail, etc. Please include all artwork needed. • E-Mail content to Ashleigh Logan at least 2 weeks beforeit needs to be sent out • Ashleigh will submit the content to the Communications Department and a List Request to the IT department. • The Communications Department will integrate the content into a USL template and distribute to your chapter members. • NOTE: due to the workload of the Communications Department, this process takes 8-10 BUSINESS DAYS. We do our best to accommodate each request as quickly as possible. • If you would also like to send the blast to surrounding chapters, please contact the other chapter president first for their permission. You will need to e-mail the desired content, ask for their approval, and then forward their approval to Ashleigh.

46. MEMBERSHIP LIST REQUEST US Lacrosse can provide you with a list of current USL Members in your Chapter at any given point. We can also provide a listing of USL Members by State. • In order to request a listing, please contact Ashleigh Logan. Please Remember: • US Lacrosse can only supply Membership List to the Chapter President or with approval of the Chapter President to another executive board member • All Membership Information is STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL • The Chapter can not provide any Membership Information to any third party

47. USL BRANDING • Branding Guidelines: • Please reference the below link for the USL Branding Guidelines for the US Lacrosse logo, and the US Lacrosse Chapter Logos. • US Lacrosse Branding Guidelines • The Chapter can not provide the US Lacrosse logo to any third party vendor without first obtaining the written approval by US Lacrosse. • Banners: • US Lacrosse can get a Chapter Banner, featuring your Chapter Logo produced for you. If you need a Chapter Banner for an upcoming event, please contact Ashleigh at least 3 weeks prior to the event. • Chapter Logo: • If you need your Chapter Logo file (.jpg or .ia), please reach out to Ashleigh

48. CHAPTER PROMOTIONAL ITEMS US Lacrosse has partnered with Target Marketing to build a website where Chapters can order promotional items and branded apparel. http://www.targetlogosonline.com/uslacrosse/ HOW TO PLACE AN ORDER: • Go to http://www.targetlogosonline.com/uslacrosse/ • Log-In to your account • Select the item you’re interested in • Select the logo you want to personalize the item with (Primary Logo or Chapter Logo) • Indicate the Quantity you would like to order • Push “Add to Cart” • Review order, and select “Checkout” • Complete the necessary Billing and Shipping Information • Pay by Credit Card or elect to be Billed • Confirm Order If you do not see the item that you are looking for, please visit http://www.tmgcatalog.com/ to view Target Marketing’s full product catalog. Any item not offered on the site, must be approved by USL before ordering.

49. CHAPTER SPONSORSHIP PROCESS If your Chapter has sponsorship opportunities to present to the lacrosse market, please: • Notify USL Chapters Director (Steve Kirr) and USL’s Sponsorship Manager (Rob Scherr). • Identify which company has solicited you, or which company you would like to solicit. • Identify terms including the value and cost of the sponsorship, category of sponsorship, Chapter region represented, and length of the proposed agreement. • Identify the full list of assets and benefits associated with all activation, including tangible and intangible benefits (what you are doing for sponsor and what the sponsor is doing for you). If there are specific cost for certain assets or programs, please include those costs. • Please also include any ideas or thoughts on where the potential sponsorship relationship can go in the future (3-5 years down the line). Our goal is to assist you with the valuation and setting up of the sponsorships to make sure you are getting the maximum amount of resources you require to run effective programs and events.

50. ANNUAL CHAPTER RESPONSIBILITIES • Complete CHAPTER CERTIFICATION (formerly known as Chapter Compliance) by May 31st • Conduct an ANNUAL MEETING of it’s membership • Submit MINUTES from all Chapter Meetings • Have a minimum of TWO EVENTS PER YEAR TO PROMOTE LACROSSE (tournaments, youth festival teams, golf events, play days, clinics, Hall of Fame ceremony, CEP, etc.) • Administer a minimum of ONE CHAPTER GRANT OR OUTREACH PROGRAM ANNUALLY (provide funding, equipment, and/or other support to a local entity) • Integrate SPORTSMANSHIP, PARTICIPATION AND DIVERSITY into all applicable chapter programs and services. • Establish and Maintain the CHAPTER’S WEBSITE (template provided by USL) • Comply with US Lacrosse’s GUIDELINES FOR THE USE OF ITS LOGO AND NAME (Chapters must identify themselves as ‘a regional chapter of US Lacrosse’ and use the Chapter logo supplied by US Lacrosse) • Do NOT ENDORSE ANY THIRD PARTY PRODUCT/SERVICEor permit the chapter/USL name/logo on any third party marketing without prior consent • Acknowledge that any MEMBERSHIP LIST IS PROPERTY OF USL and the Chapter can not disclose this information to anyone else without approval from USL. (Chapter Membership List can only be requested by or with the Chapter President’s approval)