Exchange Club

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Exchange Club

• Unity for Service

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YOUTH
COMMUNITY
SERVICE
AMERICANISM
CHILD ABUSE
PREVENTION
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The Freedom Shrine

• Developed from the 1947 Freedom Train exhibit.
• Facsimiles of our nations 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.

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One Nation Under God

• Increase public appreciation of the important
  roles religious faith and freedom have played in
  our nations history.
• Celebrated in November.
• Invite members of the community, such as
  businesses and local civic group or church.

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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.

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• 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.
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Youth Projects
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.