Friends Of UCM

The Friends of UCM was started in 2001 by the Charter Members. The mission of the Friends of UCM is to build a sense of community spirit and pride through fundraising and public awareness for UCM. The group is governed by a Leadership Committee comprised of the president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer. In addition, chair persons for the Capital Steps and Gala fundraising events serve on the leadership committee.

To become a member of Friends of UCM, you must possess an interest in contributing to the community and volunteerism and must be over the age of 21. Friends of UCM will not discriminate.

Member Requirements: Membership Application

*  $60 annual dues, payable upon induction into Friends and thereafter at the September meeting. (These dues are tax deductible and will support the Friends of UCM program. This does provide a voting membership to UCM.)

*  Membership on one of the Friends Committees (Leadership, Spring Annual Event, Capitol Steps, or Membership)

*  Purchase a ticket for and attend at least one of the two major fundraising events (Capitol Steps or Spring Annual Event).

*  Must attend the May meeting and attend at least two of four remaining meetings per year. The May meeting is the Annual Meeting where Leadership Committee officers are elected, changes to structure/bylaws/requirements are proposed and members turn in their committee preferences for the following year.

Other Activities Encouraged of Friends of UCM:
*  Become a voting member of UCM.
*  Provide financial donations to UCM.
*  Recruit new members.
*  Support other UCM events, such as restaurant nights and other business sponsored events.
*  Volunteer in any of the UCM program areas.
*  Get to know UCM and its programs and activities (Download UCM FAQs )