Project Synapse
What is a Chapter?
A Project Synapse chapter consists of a group of motivated youth leaders that wants to help support neurodiverse individuals in their local or regional community. As a branch of our non-profit, chapters must be expected to maintain communication with Project Synapse headquarters and plan/conduct events that pertain to the Project Synapse organizational goals. Chapters are expected to self-manage partnerships, leadership teams, and a volunteer base in order to bring a localized impact in their community.
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A chapter can be group of friends, school club, or statewide initiative and each one is significant to expanding Project Synapse's mission across the globe.
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To learn more about running and/or starting a chapter, visit the links below.
Learn More About Our Chapters
BENEFITS OF A CHAPTER
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Help bridge the education gap for neurodivergent individuals
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Bring enrichment and inclusive educational activities to young children
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Gain leadership & organizational experience managing your own chapter
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Work with a diverse team and make new connections
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Gain volunteering experiences and service hours
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Improve communication and financial management skills
STEPS TO START A CHAPTER
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SCHOOL CHAPTERS ONLY: Make sure you register your chapter with your school / ASB BEFORE submitting an application to Project Synapse
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Apply to register your chapter HERE
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Interview with the Project Synapse Headquarters team
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Create a chapter officer team and draft ideas for fundraisers and events
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Organize and maintain all needed official documents/forms for the chapter
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Plan and execute chapter goals
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Recruit chapter members and volunteers
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Maintain constant communication with HQ (reporting volunteer count, projects, financial gains, service hour numbers)
PROMOTING YOUR CHAPTER
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Set up chapter social media pages (Instagram, TikTok, etc) and post announcements actively
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Ask friends/partners to spread the word through social media
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Create flyers and post them online or common places in your local area (malls, coffee shops, parks, schools)
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Advertise in your school's newsletter, social media, email, news show, magazine
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Have your chapter participate in a club fair towards the beginning of the school year (make your booth engaging to garner more sign ups)
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Create incentives that encourage people to join activities or projects (food, hours, etc)
Join Our Chapter Network
UNITED STATES
Project Synapse Headquarters
Mountain House High School Chapter, CA
Toledo Regional Chapter, OH
New York Regional Chapter, NY