Mission Statemet: The A-Team exists to Assist. Through learned concepts and methodologies of small group dynamics, we will function as a cohesive unit to aid and assist a local non-profit organization in reaching their financial goals.
ISU Campus, Milner Library, 3rd Floor
Christine – Webmaster
Nicole – Organization Liaison
Anayah – Instructor Liaison
Anthony – Treasurer One
Brendon – Treasurer Two
Adrian – Recorder
David – Historian
URL for your team portfolio:
http://trtle94.wix.com/a-teamTeam
Organization you want to work with and what the project objective is (ie: fundraising, awareness campaign, etc.)
The Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal
PRIMARY SMART GOAL
The primary goal of the A-Team is to raise a minimum of $700 dollars for the Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal and donate by April 10th, 2014. The success of this goal will be determined by the funds raised by the due date. The objectives to achieve this goal include:
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Submit project proposal by Feb. 8th for instructor review
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Initiate contact with the Boys and Girls Club to determine needs, ideas, and suggestions to help the team decide where their help can provide the most benefit. Contact has been made and will be discussed at the team meeting on Feb. 13th
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Determine actual fundraising effort and identify approach Feb. 20th.
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Determine specific activities or events to collect funds. Date is to be determined.
SECONDARY SMART GOAL #1
The team aims to gain the knowledge and experience of our project activities to develop the skills necessary to work in and lead small groups in the future. Success of this goal will be measured by each member’s ability to recognize and reflect on concepts and principles discussed in class or learned in the class’s reference material. Objectives of this goal include:
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Team participation in discussing communication and small group concepts using critical thinking methods and interpersonal communication skills.
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Successful submissions of reflection papers or videos for each unit required.
SECONDARY SMART GOAL #2
The team’s second secondary goal is to actually benefit the boys and girls of the Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington Normal. This will be accomplished through verification and understanding of where the team’s funds will be used. Objectives include:
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Discussing with the organization to understand where the funds are needed and where funds will be used (i.e., building maintenance, new equipment, program development, etc.)
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Follow up dialogue with organization to possibly tour the facilities and see the programs and the kids that are part of the Boys and Girls club.
Potential Issues and Proposed Solutions
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Not successfully raising enough funds. Backup is to evaluate volunteer opportunities or other fundraising activities.
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Group conflict. To reduce or eliminate, we’ll continue to communicate with each other, address issues in timely manner, open negotiation and come to compromises to resolve conflict.
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Time and Resources. Plan ahead and ensure that our schedule is realistic and that everyone is committed to the plan. Make sure that any issues or roadblocks are brought up to the team to see how we can address the issue.
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Organization could be difficult to work with. We’ll make sure to communicate regularly and make every effort to reach our goals. If necessary, alternative organizations may be selected, but this will depend on timeline and “point of no return.
Backup Plan
If we don’t have $500 by March 15th, we will evaluate our volunteer option for the Boys and Girls Club.