How to join ACAM
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MEMBER
BENEFITS AND COMMITMENTS
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Becoming a member of ACAM is a valuable experience on so many
levels:
- Apply for Capacity Building Grants of up to
$25,000
- Access funds for training and consulting projects
of up to $5,000
- Receive organizational assessments and assistance
with capacity building plans free of charge
- Access all ACAM training and networking events
free of charge
- Build relationships with ACAM funders, consultants
and community partners
- Find the support of other organizations that do
similar work
Prospective members are basic needs providers that
provide two or more of the following: food, case management, clothing,
employment services, financial assistance for rent and/or utilities, school
supplies/uniforms or transportation. They are faith-based in mission, vision and
origin, without requiring a particular expression of faith or participation in
religious activity as a basis for receiving services.
By joining ACAM, organizations commit to build
their capacity within the Nine Elements of Organizational
Capacity, which includes areas such
as board development and fundraising. As a part of the capacity building
process, ACAM members participate in organizational assessments, evaluations and
training.
For more information on how to become a member of
ACAM, please contact Valerie Ellis, Assistant Director at (713) 341-5349 or
vellis@acamweb.org.
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