GUAA Chapters
The GEAR UP Alumni Association has been working to provide an immediate community for GEAR UP alumni across the country. GUAA Chapters are the perfect opportunity to provide local support through leadership and philanthropy, all while receiving guidance and assistance from our board of directors and executive director.
Chapter Benefits
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National Strategic Council Position
Leadership from your chapter will meet with GUAA board members and executive director for monthly meetings. These will provide professional development opportunities and growth based discussions with other chapters across the country.
2
GUAA Provided Workshops
GUAA will provide virtual workshops for all chapters and members twice a year. Workshops will vary in topics including professional development, motivational speakers, social/emotional learning, and others as developed.
3
Chapter Exclusive Scholarships
Chapter members will have the opportunity to apply in a special pool of scholarship funding. As our other scholarships become more competitive each year, this special competition will give chapter members a preferential application process.
Earn Financial Assistance for your Chapter
GUAA is prepared to provide up to $1,000 in funding to chapters that meet the following criteria:
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Receive $500 once your chapter has 15 active members
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GUAA will match up to $500 of your chapter's fundraising efforts in the first year