 American
Singles Golf Association (ASGA)
ASGA is a nationwide singles golf
organization with headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.
It originated from the Charlotte Singles
Golf Association, which, within two years of it's founding had
grown to 175 members.
Drawing from this success, ASGA was formed as a non-profit
corporation in 1996 and began a national publicity campaign to
let people know that there were alternatives to bars and
nightclubs.
In a matter of 24 months, 4000+ people had called in to
inquire about forming or joining a local chapter. By
April, 1998, the organization’s two-year anniversary,
nineteen chapters had been set-up throughout the United
States.
For more information about
the ASGA organization, visit the National Chapter web site at
- www.singlesgolf.com
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 The
Washington DC Chapter
Singles Golf DC is the
Washington DC Chapter of the American Singles Golf Association
(ASGA). Originally founded and organized by Rich Wilhelm
in 1999, Singles Golf DC has grown to be the premier
singles-oriented golf group in the DC area. Currently
comprised of more than 300 single golfers from the Washington
DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia area, it is one of the
largest and most active ASGA Chapters.
We schedule different types
of events throughout the year, although the our main focus is
golf. These events include outings at local Virginia and
Maryland courses, happy hours, golf clinics, beach and golf
trips with an occasional social event. During the golf
season, golf outings are normally scheduled for both Saturday
and Sunday, and most of these outings will include social
get-togethers following golf. We encourage new golfers
to join our group and offer Friday evening golf clinics, as
well as weekend clinics/golf for the beginners, or anyone
interested in improving their game. Our sole
purpose is to provide a venue for local singles to meet and
mingle, while enjoying one of the best sports around - golf.
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Organization
ASGA Chapters
are self-managed and self-run, with the direction and support
of the National Chapter. All local chapter
officers and committee members are unpaid volunteers, who
unselfishly devote their time so that all of us can enjoy this
golf-oriented singles group.
That's
right, our Board, as well as all of the Committee member
appointments are voluntary positions - the only benefit is
seeing others enjoy what the organization offers. We all
owe these individuals a debt of gratitude for their efforts
throughout the year to make this Chapter one of the best.
All positions are held for one year, and
these positions are filled though by a normal election
process. Individuals are nominated or volunteer for
positions, and an election, open to all members, determines
the committee members and board of directors.
In addition to these Chapter positions, we
also enlist volunteers to be event coordinators. These
individuals assist in setting up an event, sending out event
notifications and general coordination activities.
Anyone can volunteer as an event coordinator,
and all members are encouraged to do so.
Following is a list of our
Chapter Positions, as well as the general responsibilities for
each of these positions.
President
The
President presides over all official meetings of the club,
supervises
the affairs of the club and acts as CEO. The President
also
serves
as an ex-officio member of all committees,
appoints
such committees as authorized by the Board of Directors,
prepares
and formulates a budget,
reports
to the membership each February on the plans for the current
year,
presents
an annual report to the club in December
and plans
a smooth transition to the incoming administration.
Social Committee
The Social Committee is responsible for all socials and
related areas. This includes membership meetings, as well as
securing membership meeting facilities and special program
material for membership meetings. During the year you may want
to invite some guest speakers for the monthly meetings, such
as a local golf pro, a fashion show of the latest golf styles,
swing analysis, safety for singles, dance instructor just to
name a few.
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee is responsible for membership growth,
activation of new members, membership retention, and the
current database and roster. It is important to review your
membership list with ASGA National on a regular basis to make
sure that all members and inquiries are entered into the
database and all information is correct. Submit any roster
changes, addresses, e-mails, etc. to ASGA National.
Communications Committee
The Communications Committee is responsible for all
communications, internal and external, for matters relating to
the chapter.
Chapter Secretary
Responsible for keeping the minutes of all meetings of the
general membership. Responsible for keeping the minutes of all
meeting of the Board of Directors. Sends out all notices
required by the Bylaws or as required by the Board or the
President. Record and maintain within a policy manual all
policies passed by the Board. Maintains a current copy of the
by-laws with any changes. Submits any by-law changes to ASGA
National office.
Chapter Treasurer
To have charge and custody of, and be responsible for, all
funds of the chapter. He/she shall receive and give receipt
for all monies due and payable to the chapter, shall deposit
all receipts in the name of and to the account of the chapter
or see that all receipts are so deposited.
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