2014-2015 Promotions and Awards Programs
Education / Members
Star and Elite Awards: Members who complete activities in Marketing, Education, and Leadership will receive a lapel pin.
FROM: District 55
DATES: July 1, 2014 - June 15, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Members
DESCRIPTION: Two separate award offerings
Note: Members can earn a maximum of one Star Award per category, and a maximum of one Elite award.
The three categories are Marketing, Education, and Leadership.
Marketing Activities
1) Sponsor a new member into your club
2) Provide a lead to charter a new club
3) Serve as a club sponsor or club mentor
4) Serve as a successful club coach
5) Organize or support a club open house or membership drive
6) Attend a marketing workshop or coach/sponsor mentor training
7) Organize a Speechcraft program or a Youth Leadership Program
Education Activities
1) Be a club officer and attend District-sponsored officer training
2) Conduct one module from Better Speaker Series to one of your clubs
3) Earn one Communication award (CC, ACB, ACS, ACG)
4) Earn one Leadership award (CL, ALB, ALS, DTM)
5) Present a manual speech or a module from the Better Speaker Series to a club in which you are not a member
6) Attend two education sessions at either or both District Fall or Spring conferences
7) Serve as a volunteer at an Area, Division or District Speech Contest
Leadership Activities
1) Be a club officer and participate in completing the Club Success Plan for submission to the Area Governor
2) Conduct one module from the Successful Club Series or the Leadership Excellence Series
3) Complete your High Performance Leadership (HPL) project or serve on an HPL Guidance Committee (project must be completed)
4) Serve on a District Committee (Conference, Education & Training, Realignment, etc.)
5) Serve as a District Officer and attend required training or serve as an assistant area or division governor
6) Serve as a trainer at a District-sponsored Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI) or Club Officer Training (COT) event
7) Serve as a Contest Chair or Chief Judge at an Area, Division, or District Speech Contest
HOW TO CLAIM: When you have completed all the requirements for an award (five activities in a category or three activities in each of the three categories), submit the award on-line.
Speechcraft Promotion: Clubs conducting a Speechcraft program can receive up to $30 reimbursement from the District to cover program expenses.
FROM: District 55
DATE: July 1, 2014 - June 10, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Two separate award offerings
Star and Elite Awards: Members who complete activities in Marketing, Education, and Leadership will receive a lapel pin.
FROM: District 55
DATES: July 1, 2014 - June 15, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Members
DESCRIPTION: Two separate award offerings
- Star Award: Complete any five activities in one of three categories and receive a Star lapel pin
- Elite Award: Complete three activities in each of the three categories, nine activities total, and receive an Elite lapel pin.
Note: Members can earn a maximum of one Star Award per category, and a maximum of one Elite award.
The three categories are Marketing, Education, and Leadership.
Marketing Activities
1) Sponsor a new member into your club
2) Provide a lead to charter a new club
3) Serve as a club sponsor or club mentor
4) Serve as a successful club coach
5) Organize or support a club open house or membership drive
6) Attend a marketing workshop or coach/sponsor mentor training
7) Organize a Speechcraft program or a Youth Leadership Program
Education Activities
1) Be a club officer and attend District-sponsored officer training
2) Conduct one module from Better Speaker Series to one of your clubs
3) Earn one Communication award (CC, ACB, ACS, ACG)
4) Earn one Leadership award (CL, ALB, ALS, DTM)
5) Present a manual speech or a module from the Better Speaker Series to a club in which you are not a member
6) Attend two education sessions at either or both District Fall or Spring conferences
7) Serve as a volunteer at an Area, Division or District Speech Contest
Leadership Activities
1) Be a club officer and participate in completing the Club Success Plan for submission to the Area Governor
2) Conduct one module from the Successful Club Series or the Leadership Excellence Series
3) Complete your High Performance Leadership (HPL) project or serve on an HPL Guidance Committee (project must be completed)
4) Serve on a District Committee (Conference, Education & Training, Realignment, etc.)
5) Serve as a District Officer and attend required training or serve as an assistant area or division governor
6) Serve as a trainer at a District-sponsored Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI) or Club Officer Training (COT) event
7) Serve as a Contest Chair or Chief Judge at an Area, Division, or District Speech Contest
HOW TO CLAIM: When you have completed all the requirements for an award (five activities in a category or three activities in each of the three categories), submit the award on-line.
Speechcraft Promotion: Clubs conducting a Speechcraft program can receive up to $30 reimbursement from the District to cover program expenses.
FROM: District 55
DATE: July 1, 2014 - June 10, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Two separate award offerings
- Clubs conducting a Speechcraft program can receive up to $30 reimbursement from the District to cover program expenses.
- Clubs conducting a Youth Leadership program can receive up to $30 reimbursement from the District to cover program expenses.
- Club officers determine when to conduct the program(s) and what will be done to make it a success.
- A club member sends an email to Lieutenant Governor Marketing (LGM) Amy Espinoza (d55lgm@tmd55.org) to sign up. Include in the email what you plan to purchase and submit for reimbursement.
- After the Program is completed, a club member sends LGM Amy the agenda, a listing of participants, and a filled out reimbursement request / voucher form. by June 20, 2015
- You will need to provide original hard copies of ALL receipts: no receipts - no reimbursement. Mailing instructions for the receipts will be provided after you submit the completed voucher form. We are a non-profit organization and cannot reimburse any taxes.
CONTACT: LGM Amy Espinoza if you have questions or need more information.
Membership Building
Open House Promotion: Active Clubs holding an Open House can receive up to a $50 reimbursement for approved expenses
FROM: District 55
DATES:
DESCRIPTION: Active Clubs holding an Open House can receive a reimbursement for approved expenses.
HOW TO CLAIM:
CONTACT: LGM Amy Espinoza if you have questions or need more information.
Open House Promotion: Active Clubs holding an Open House can receive up to a $50 reimbursement for approved expenses
FROM: District 55
DATES:
- Phase I: July 1 - September 30, 2014
- Phase II: October 1 - December 31, 2014
- Phase III: January 1 - March 31, 2015
- Phase IV: April 1 - June 15, 2015
DESCRIPTION: Active Clubs holding an Open House can receive a reimbursement for approved expenses.
- Phase I: up to $50
- Phase II: up to $25
- Phase III: up to $50
- Phase IV: up to $25
- Refreshments from a grocery store or restaurant (e.g. pizza)
- Signs
- Colorful agendas
- Toastmaster products to promote your club or to give away as prizes
HOW TO CLAIM:
- Club officers determine when to have an Open House and what will be done to make it a success.
- A club member sends an email to LGM Amy Espinoza (d55lgm@tmd55.org) to sign up. Include in the email what you plan to purchase and submit for reimbursement.
- After the Open House, a club member sends LGM Amy A) a copy of the invitation/flyer, B) record of attendance of both members and guests, C) filled out reimbursement request / voucher form. DEADLINE: June 15, 2015.
CONTACT: LGM Amy Espinoza if you have questions or need more information.
New Clubs
New Club Chartering Promotion: Clubs that charter can select one or more items as a welcome gift from the District. BONUS: Clubs that charter before March 31, and within 30 days of their demonstration meeting, may choose an additional item.
FROM: District 55
DATES:
- Phase I: July 1 - December 31, 2014
- Phase II: January 1 - March 31, 2015
- Phase III: April 1 - June 15, 2015
DESCRIPTION:
Phase I
- Clubs that charter will receive two prizes from the list below.
- Demo Dash Promotion: Clubs that charter within 30 days of the demo meeting will receive three prizes.
- Clubs that charter will receive one prize from the list below.
- Demo Dash Promotion: Clubs that charter within 30 days of the demo meeting will receive three prizes.
- Clubs that charter will receive one prize from the list below.
HOW TO CLAIM: Notify Club Growth Director Linda Oliver by June 15, 2015 which prizes you have selected.
CONTACT: LGM Amy Espinoza if you have questions or need more information.
Form 1 Charter Challenge: Prospective clubs that have submitted their Application to Organize (Form 1) and hold an Open House can receive up to a $50 reimbursement for approved expenses.
FROM: District 55
DATES: July 1, 2014 - June 15, 2015
- Phase I: July 1 - September 30, 2014
- Phase II: October 1 - December 31, 2014
- Phase III: January 1 - March 31, 2015
- Phase I: April 1 - June 15, 2015
DESCRIPTION: Hold an Open House and receive a reimbursement for approved expenses.
- Phase I: up to $50
- Phase II: up to $25
- Phase III: up to $50
- Phase I: up to $25
- Refreshments from a grocery store or restaurant (e.g. pizza)
- Signs
- Colorful agendas
- Toastmaster products to promote your club or give away as prizes
HOW TO CLAIM:
- Prospective Club officers determine when to have an Open House and what will be done to make it a success.
- A prospective club member sends an email to LGM Amy Espinoza (d55lgm@tmd55.org) to sign up. Include in the email what you plan to purchase and submit for reimbursement.
- After the Open House, a prospective club member sends LGM Amy A) a copy of the invitation/flyer, B) record of attendance of both members and guests, C) filled out reimbursement request / voucher form. DEADLINE: June 15, 2015.
CONTACT: LGM Amy Espinoza if you have questions or need more information.
Club Officers
R.I.S.E. Up Early Bird Challenge: Clubs that renew their dues by September 15 and or March 15 will receive an Early Bird Banner Ribbon and a $50 in Gift Certificates
FROM: District 55
DEADLINE:
DESCRIPTION:
CONTACT: LGM Amy Espinoza if you have questions or need more information.
Super 7 Award: Clubs that have seven officers trained in either in the Summer or Winter season at a District-sponsored training event will receive the Super Seven Club Banner Ribbon and a set of officer pins or $50 in Gift Certificates.
FROM: District 55
DATE:
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that have seven officers trained in either the first training cycle (Phase 1) OR the second training cycle (Phase 2) at District-sponsored training events will receive the Super Seven Club Banner Ribbon and a set of officer pins or $50.00 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates. Only one prize per club per Toastmaster year.
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
Surf the Net to Success Challenge: Clubs that have at minimum of four officers find specific items on the Internet between will receive a $25 Gift Certificate
FROM: District 55
DATE: July 1 - September 30, 2014 and/or January 1- March 31, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: After four club officers submit their Challenge forms, one form per officer, the club will receive a $25 Toastmasters International Gift Certificate.
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC once all the officers have submitted the forms
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
Golden Gavel Meeting Award: Clubs that conduct a truly exceptional club meeting with a District Officer present can earn a prestigious banner ribbon, recognition at the Fall and Spring Conference, and golden gavel pins for the members who participated in the meeting. The criteria is VERY CHALLENGING.
FROM: District 55
DATE: July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that conduct a truly exceptional club meeting with a District Officer present will earn a Golden Gavel Meeting banner ribbon, Golden Gavel Meeting pins for the members who participated in the meeting, and recognition at the Fall and Spring Conferences. LIMIT: One award per club
The club must meet all 11 of the following criteria:
R.I.S.E. Up Early Bird Challenge: Clubs that renew their dues by September 15 and or March 15 will receive an Early Bird Banner Ribbon and a $50 in Gift Certificates
FROM: District 55
DEADLINE:
- Part 1: September 15, 2014
- Part 2: March 15, 2015
DESCRIPTION:
- Part 1: Clubs that renew dues for 75% of their September 1st membership (minimum of 8 members paid) by September 15th for the October 1st renewals will receive an Early Bird Banner Ribbon and $50 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates.
- Part 2: Clubs that renew dues for 75% of their March 1st membership (minimum of 8 members paid) by March 15th for the April 1st renewals will receive an Early Bird Banner Ribbon and $50 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates.
CONTACT: LGM Amy Espinoza if you have questions or need more information.
Super 7 Award: Clubs that have seven officers trained in either in the Summer or Winter season at a District-sponsored training event will receive the Super Seven Club Banner Ribbon and a set of officer pins or $50 in Gift Certificates.
FROM: District 55
DATE:
- Phase 1: June 1 - August 31, 2014
- Phase 2: December 1 - Febraury 28, 2015
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that have seven officers trained in either the first training cycle (Phase 1) OR the second training cycle (Phase 2) at District-sponsored training events will receive the Super Seven Club Banner Ribbon and a set of officer pins or $50.00 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates. Only one prize per club per Toastmaster year.
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
Surf the Net to Success Challenge: Clubs that have at minimum of four officers find specific items on the Internet between will receive a $25 Gift Certificate
FROM: District 55
DATE: July 1 - September 30, 2014 and/or January 1- March 31, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: After four club officers submit their Challenge forms, one form per officer, the club will receive a $25 Toastmasters International Gift Certificate.
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC once all the officers have submitted the forms
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
Golden Gavel Meeting Award: Clubs that conduct a truly exceptional club meeting with a District Officer present can earn a prestigious banner ribbon, recognition at the Fall and Spring Conference, and golden gavel pins for the members who participated in the meeting. The criteria is VERY CHALLENGING.
FROM: District 55
DATE: July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that conduct a truly exceptional club meeting with a District Officer present will earn a Golden Gavel Meeting banner ribbon, Golden Gavel Meeting pins for the members who participated in the meeting, and recognition at the Fall and Spring Conferences. LIMIT: One award per club
The club must meet all 11 of the following criteria:
- Members and guests are greeted warmly and enthusiastically.
- Meeting starts and adjourns on time.
- 15 or more Toastmaster members must be present (clubs with membership below 20, 75% of members present)
- At least one non-Toastmaster guest is present.
- There is applause after every speaker and meeting participant presentation
- All prepared speeches are MANUAL speeches.
- Evaluations are both specific and supportive.
- Participants are positively recognized and ribbons/rotating trophies are awarded.
- Members wear badges and guests are given name tags.
- Printed agendas are distributed and followed with three or fewer assignment changes to the agenda.
- Table Topics are interesting and/or fun - most participants are able to speak the full time period.
- Link to Criteria Worksheet
HOW TO CLAIM: Invite your Area Governor to your meeting, stating that the purpose is for him or her to evaluate your meeting as a Golden Gavel meeting. Your Area Governor will determine whether or not all the criteria have been met.
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS for the Area Governor: Fill out the Criteria worksheet during the meeting, noting attending club members names on the 2nd page. If all the criteria have been met, fill out and submit the On-line Submission Form.
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.e is applause after every speaker and meeting participant presentation
Distinguished Club
Pacesetter Award: Clubs that achieve five Distinguished Club Program goals prior to December 10th will earn a Pacesetter Banner Ribbon, $50 in Gift Certificates, and recognition at the Winter Toastmasters Leadership Institutes
FROM: District 55
DEADLINE: December 10, 2014
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that achieve five Distinguished Club Program (DCP) goals prior to December 10th will earn a Pacesetter Banner Ribbon, $50 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates, and recognition at the Winter 2015 Toastmasters Leadership Institutes
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
Golden Compass Award: Clubs that attain all 10 Distinguished Club Program goals and achieve President’s Distinguished Club status (a "10/10 Elite" club) by April 30, 2015 will earn a Golden Compass Banner Ribbon, Golden Compass pins for their Officers, and VIP treatment for their members at the Spring 2015 District Conference.
FROM: District 55
DEADLINE: April 30, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that attain all 10 Distinguished Club Program goals and achieve President’s Distinguished Club status (a "10/10 Elite" club) by April 30, 2015 will earn a Golden Compass Banner Ribbon and Golden Compass lapel pins for their Officers. Club members will receive VIP treatment at the Spring 2015 District Conference, specifically
1) In order to achieve Distinguished Club status, clubs must have 20 members or a net growth of at least five new members as of the Deadline.
2) For clubs that elect officers semiannually, officers from both periods will receive Golden Compass lapel pins.
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
Distinguished Club Promotion: Clubs achieving Distinguished Club status or higher by June 15, 2015 will receive Gift Certificates and other prizes that vary depending on the Distinguished level.
FROM: District 55
DEADLINE: June 15, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that achieve Distinguished Club or higher status in the Distinguished Club Program (DCP) by June 15, 2015 will receive the following:
Distinguished Club (5-6 DCP goals achieved)
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
Pacesetter Award: Clubs that achieve five Distinguished Club Program goals prior to December 10th will earn a Pacesetter Banner Ribbon, $50 in Gift Certificates, and recognition at the Winter Toastmasters Leadership Institutes
FROM: District 55
DEADLINE: December 10, 2014
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that achieve five Distinguished Club Program (DCP) goals prior to December 10th will earn a Pacesetter Banner Ribbon, $50 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates, and recognition at the Winter 2015 Toastmasters Leadership Institutes
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
Golden Compass Award: Clubs that attain all 10 Distinguished Club Program goals and achieve President’s Distinguished Club status (a "10/10 Elite" club) by April 30, 2015 will earn a Golden Compass Banner Ribbon, Golden Compass pins for their Officers, and VIP treatment for their members at the Spring 2015 District Conference.
FROM: District 55
DEADLINE: April 30, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that attain all 10 Distinguished Club Program goals and achieve President’s Distinguished Club status (a "10/10 Elite" club) by April 30, 2015 will earn a Golden Compass Banner Ribbon and Golden Compass lapel pins for their Officers. Club members will receive VIP treatment at the Spring 2015 District Conference, specifically
- VIP placement in and recognition at the Parade of Banners
- VIP seating at the District Speech Contests
1) In order to achieve Distinguished Club status, clubs must have 20 members or a net growth of at least five new members as of the Deadline.
2) For clubs that elect officers semiannually, officers from both periods will receive Golden Compass lapel pins.
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
Distinguished Club Promotion: Clubs achieving Distinguished Club status or higher by June 15, 2015 will receive Gift Certificates and other prizes that vary depending on the Distinguished level.
FROM: District 55
DEADLINE: June 15, 2015
RECIPIENTS: Clubs
DESCRIPTION: Clubs that achieve Distinguished Club or higher status in the Distinguished Club Program (DCP) by June 15, 2015 will receive the following:
Distinguished Club (5-6 DCP goals achieved)
- $25 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates
- $50 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates
- $75 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates
- A custom press release for the local newspaper promoting your club
- $100 in Toastmasters International Gift Certificates
- A custom press release for the local newspaper promoting your club
- VIP Seating at the Fall 2015 District Conference
- Club President's Trophy presented by the District Governor at one of your regular club meetings
- Navigating to Excellence Certificates for all Club Officers
HOW TO CLAIM: AUTOMATIC
CONTACT: Lieutenant Governor Education and Training Marie-Pier Clarke if you have questions or need more information.
NOTE: All Promotion and Award Programs offered by Toastmasters District 55 are subject to change at the discretion of the District Governor. They are also limited to the availability of District funds and the availability of the promotional items sold by Toastmasters International as listed in any particular offer.