Partner Activities

The following chart describes the different groups that can become “Community Partners” and how they can support student achievement:

Types of Ames Chamber of Commerce Community Partners and Activities
*Types of Businesses, Organizations or Individals*		*Types of Activities/Topics/Lessons*
Business/Corporations	Local businesses, national corporations and franchises.	Budgeting and saving money Organize event such as “Banking Day” Building a business/Entrepreneurship Retailing or topic specific to business Design assembly line project Sponsor soccer or other athletic teams
Universities and Educational Institutions	Universities, colleges, technical and vocational schools, and other educational institutions.	Choosing a college Lesson/activity specific to department within the University How to get involved in college How to build your resume Tour ISU Campus
Health Care Organizations	Hospitals, health care centers, mental health facilities, health departments, health foundations and associations.	Staying Healthy Eating right Exercise (participating in gym class) Help with health screenings
Government and Military Agencies	Fire departments, police departments, chamber of commerce, city council, other local and state government agencies and departments.	Fire safety Encourage Student Council participation Rules and Laws Advocate for State Funding
National Service and Volunteer Organizations	Rotary Club, Lions Club, Kiwanis Club, YWCA, United Way, Urban League.	Volunteering Promoting effective reading and writing skills Plant trees
Faith Organizations	Churches, mosques, synagogues, other religious organizations and charities.	Reading to students Assisting with classroom lessons Participating in recess Wrap gifts as a fundraiser
Senior Citizen Organizations	Nursing homes, senior volunteer, and service organizations.	Reading to students Mentoring a student Sitting with students at lunch “Carol” to students Judge spelling bees or contests
Cultural and Recreational Organizations	Zoos, museums, libraries, recreational centers.	Lessons/activity specific to organization Purchase athletic equipment or musical instruments Participate in 4th of July or other community parades Display art in organization’s office/gallery
Other Community Organizations	Fraternities, sororities, foundations, neighborhood associations, political, alumni, and local service organizations.	Reading to students Promoting Citizenship/Civic Involvement Assist with 1st day of school