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Exchange Club

Exchange Club. Unity for Service. SERVICE. COMMUNITY. PREVENTION. YOUTH. AMERICANISM. CHILD ABUSE. The National Exchange Club Foundation. Established in 1979. Preventing child abuse through a network of Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Centers.

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Exchange Club

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  1. Exchange Club Unity for Service

  2. SERVICE COMMUNITY PREVENTION YOUTH AMERICANISM CHILD ABUSE

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  13. 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.

  14. Healing Fields An 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-Unit Send correspondence and care packages to troops overseas. Flag retirement ceremony Collect old or worn flags from the community and conduct a proper flag retirement ceremony. Essay or speech contest Hold a patriotism essay or speech contest. Have the winner read the essay or speech at a special club meeting.

  15. Youth Projects

  16. 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.

  17. 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.

  18. 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.

  19. 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.

  20. 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.

  21. 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.

  22. Service to Seniors 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. • Helping seniors lead full, productive lives. • Wide variety of projects, including Adopt-a-Grandparent, Nursing Home Visits, and Meals on Wheels.

  23. 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.

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