Dear VAHS members and non-members,

It will come as no surprise that the Venice Area Historical Society, a nonprofit organization, depends upon its members for their dues and donations to fuel the programs we provide.  While we sometimes get donations from non-members, and the occasional grant from a community foundation, in large part we fund ourselves.

We also depend upon our members who are willing to volunteer their time and energy to act as members and chairs of our many committees, as directors on our board, and as officers.  By design, our officers and directors serve limited terms, in order to provide fresh ideas and new energy to the organization.  Thus, our needs are ongoing.

Every year we face the challenge of replacing directors and officers.  Every year we look to you, our members, to step forward and lend a hand - as committee members or chairs, directors, or officers.  We will find a way to utilize your skills and abilities to match your interest in the history of Venice.

I ask each of you, our readers, to take a moment to consider how you might contribute to this dynamic organization.  We have provided a list of our committees and ad hoc committees below.  Please consider where your interests and experience might contribute to the historical society.  We do not expect a lifetime commitment.  Stick your toe in the water - you will be surprised how warm it is!  Help us row and steer this boat.

If you are interested in any of the following committees or ad hoc committees, please email me by clicking the button below and I will connect you to the correct person.

Committees

• Development
• Finance
• Governance
• Membership
• Program

Ad Hoc Committees

• Centennial
• Collections
• Communication
  
• Depot

As you can tell from the following newsletter - and the previous ones - we are having fun celebrating the history of Venice!

Sincerely,

Frank Wright

President