In the summer of 2007 Neali and Brandon Lucas were fast approaching their first wedding anniversary. They had grown tired of living in rental dwellings and often dreamed of owning their own home. However, Neali was attending college full time and the couple thought that their ... 
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Please view our opportunities to serve on one of Community Alliance's councils and sub-councils. We need your expertise, ideas, and excitement to build great councils. Please call our development and external relations team at 734-544-8491 to join or for more information.
Community Alliance Development and External Relations Council
The Community Alliance Development and External Relations Council is a council of volunteers made up of the Community Residence, Community Living Network, and Community Housing Alternatives Boards, members of the sub-councils (Family, Staff, Emeritus, and Marketing) and other community members who are interested in helping increase Community Alliance's presence in the community.
The Council will:
- Partner with staff to establish a fundraising plan that incorporates a series of external vehicles, such as special events, direct mail, product sales, etc. Work cohesively with development staff in their efforts to raise money and awareness.
- Take the lead in certain types of outreach efforts, such as chairing a special event committee or hosting fundraising parties, etc.
- Take an active involvement in fundraising, such as board members contacting people in their personal network to solicit their support.
- Monitor fundraising efforts to assure that ethical practices are in place, that donors are acknowledged appropriately, and that fundraising efforts are cost-effective.
Development and External Relations Sub-Councils
Family: This council is for any interested clients, their families, and caregivers to ensure they remain informed in a timely manner and allow them direct input in Community Alliance's Development efforts.
Staff: This council is open to all Community Alliance staff members to provide open dialogue regarding all that the development and external relations programs do to help optimally serve our clients.
Emeritus: This council is open to all former board members of Community Residence Corporation, Community Living Network, and Community Housing who have completed their terms of service on their respective governing boards.
Marketing: This council is open to any members of the above mentioned sub-councils who wish to provide assistance with Community Alliance's marketing efforts, including web presence, social media, collateral materials, and media relationships.