Mothers couldn't be accredited as Leaders if they weren't first encouraged to become members. La Leche League needs members, just as our members need La Leche League. Many Leaders feel that they are so busy helping mothers with breastfeeding, leading meetings and managing Group activities that they have no time to help raise funds. However, every organization needs money to function and provide services. These methods may be effective, but they can be costly and time consuming.
Some Leaders feel that fundraising takes time away from our mission.
Promoting membership is a simple, time-effective way to provide a large portion of the finances necessary to keep our organization running. Leaders who have used the ideas find that they take little time away from their first priority, helping mothers to breastfeed. Personally welcome each mother to the meeting. Learn the names of new mothers and babies attending each meeting. Create an atmosphere of acceptance, respect, understanding and enthusiasm at meetings.