The CARE Coalition’s general membership meets quarterly and provides opportunities for networking, training for the community, and participation in local events to further the coalition’s mission and Vision. Often in the quarterly general coalition meetings, there are “Agency Spotlights” where local agencies have the opportunity to present an overview of their services to CARE members for a better understanding of local resources that can be utilized to help youth or community members in need. Moreover, during quarterly meetings, if additional support is needed in specific areas, such as recruitment or connections, members will brainstorm and discuss possible opportunities and connections to help strengthen the overall reach and programming. 

Meetings typically take place on Fridays and last approximately 90 minutes during the early afternoon hours. New attendees are provided with a pamphlet containing specific information about the coalition and its connected activities, and they are added to the coalition’s listserv. This ensures that they receive all information regarding coalition activities as well as upcoming events from coalition partners. An individual, or agency, does not necessarily have to attend every coalition meeting to be considered a member, as the membership may qualify by providing supportive resources for CARE (i.e. donations, media access, advocacy, etc).

General coalition meetings are open to the public and are invaluable events that foster connections among members, leadership, and the community. Below are the past meeting minutes so that you can stay up to date on the topics being discussed.