Please Get Involved!

The best way to experience FCC-DV and meet other members is to get involved! Whatever amount of time you have to offer is welcome and appreciated. We're eager for new ideas, constructive criticism, professional advice, and as many helping hands as we can get! Check below for ideas on how to contribute, but remember that the list is not exhaustive and always has room for your contribution.

Arts & Crafts
Chaired by: Open
Are you creative? Are you comfortable with scissors, glue, paper and markers? Do you love working with kids? This is your chance to shine! Most FCC-DV events offer a crafts table where the children can make crafts related to the season or holiday being celebrated. Enthusiastic grownup "crafters" are always welcome and needed!

As They Grow
Chaired by: Mary Jo Hebling
Created in 1999 to meet the needs of the "first generation" of China daughters, this group is geared for children ages 10 and older. Events can include annual trips, book circles, summer outings, and service projects. Make your suggestion today!

Culture & Language
Chaired by: Open
This committee's purpose is to find resources that help our children and parents learn more about the culture and language of China through speakers, articles, books and videos. If you have ideas for topics, please let us know. If you're a "digger" who likes to surf the web or comb the book stores and libraries for new sources of information, we can use your help, and this is the perfect committee for you!

Fundraising
Chaired by: Open
Let's face it...the "green stuff" even makes FCC-DV's world go 'round. Our objective is to be able to make charitable contributions to non-profit organizations in the realm of FCC-DV's mission. Whether you have fundraising experience or not, your time and ideas are necessary and welcome.

Membership/Volunteers
Chaired by: Mark Johns
Managing and encouraging our growing membership is a critical part of our success, along with finding the volunteers who help make FCC-DV the most vital and successful organization it can be.

Neighborhoods
Do you have an interest in organizing an FCC-DV sponsored event in your neighborhood? Contact a board member to discuss the options.

Newsletter
Do you love to write? If you have an interest in resurrecting an electronic newsletter to share with our membership, contact a board member today!

Playgroups
Our e-list is a wonderful way to meet members in your area and to establish playgroups with youngsters of similar ages. Reach out today!

Publicity
Chaired by: OPEN
Getting the word out about FCC-DV events, not only to our membership, but to the media as well, has become an increasingly exciting and often formidable task! If you have access to a PC, have media contacts, adoption agency contacts, like to write and/or talk to people, this is a great way to get involved!

Single Parents
Chaired by: OPEN
Once again, the e-list provides an important means of communication and connection. Want to do something more "formal"? Contact a board member with your plan!

Social Events
Chaired by: OPEN
FCC-DV will continue to host the annual Chinese New Year celebration--a program that always begs for volunteers with fresh ideas and some time to spare. Have an interest in hosting another special celebration of the Chinese calendar? Be in touch!

Waiting Families
Chaired by: Peggy Truitt / Chris Gammage
We've all been there...in the process of waiting. And sometimes in that process, we can feel as if we're all alone. Waiting for fingerprint clearance. Waiting to get INS approval. Waiting for the home-study to be completed. Waiting for our referral. Waiting for our travel date. The aim of "Waiting Families" is to provide support for those who are in any stage of the China adoption process. Meet families who are waiting just as you are. Meet families who have already "survived" the process and are genuinely thrilled to reassure you and answer your questions. Due to the extended wait in more recent times, meetings have not been requested. Have an interest? Contact Peggy or Chris...or be in touch with President Sarah Davies if you would like to be paired with a buddy.

Workshops
Have an interest in a workshop topic? Please contact the Board with your suggestion and interest in creating a program.