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Use Flex Credits to Register for CLC and Staff
Did you know you can use flex credits for volunteer as well as staff registration for CLC and Staff Summit? Did you know you can use them for both registration and travel expenses? Watch a brief tutorial on the "what and how" of utilizing flex credits to defray the cost of conference attendance.
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When and where are the conferences and how much do they cost?
What resources are available to attend the conference?
Scholarships for $400, half the registration fee are, available for volunteers (limited one per United Way). Learn more and apply under Registration.
Other cost saving opportunities will be facilitated through our Facebook discussion board including car pooling, room sharing and shared local transportation. Become a fan at www.facebook.com/uwmobilize
What are flex credits?
Flex credits are a membership benefit to help United Ways pay for learning to advance the common good. All dues-paying United Ways earn flex credits each year as a percentage of their membership dues.
What can flex credits be used for?
Flex credits can be used to pay for CLC registration AND to reimburse almost all travel expenses including travel (up to $500), hotel and meals ($330 a day). Some United Ways think that it’s either registration or travel, but that is NOT the case; they can be used for both.
How do I use flex credits to pay for the CLC?
When you get to the payment screen while registering, choose “Flex Credits” from the payment options. You will need to enter your organization number in the box provided.
How do I know how many flex credits I have to spend?
2010 flex credits will post in March, after United Way Worldwide receives Membership Investment Forms. Even without 2010 credits being posted, United Ways can still register for events using their flex credits. United Ways can also get a good idea of how many 2010 flex credits will be posted by looking at what was posted in 2009 or to get an even better idea, they can use the flex credit calculation:
- 2010 Flex Credits for Metro 1-4 = (2010 Membership Dues) * 12%
- 2010 Flex Credits for Metro 5-11 = (2010 Membership Dues) * 20%
Can flex credits be transferred from one United Way to another?
Yes, a United Way can gift current flex credits to another United Way by completing the Flex Credit Transfer Form.
Whom do I contact with additional questions about flex credits?
For additional questions about flex credits, email learning.opportunities@unitedway.org.
HILL DAY
I have a personal relationship with one of my Members of Congress. Wouldn't that information be useful in submitting meeting requests? How do I alert
When completing online event registration, you will be asked to provide relevant information pertaining to personal relationships with Members of Congress. United Way Worldwide and Soapbox Consulting will utilize this information in their communication with Congressional Offices.
How will I know with which Congressional offices I am meeting and at what times the meetings are scheduled?
Detailed Congressional meeting schedules will be distributed during the Community Leaders Conference Opening Session on the morning of Thursday, March 18th. Should you have questions pertaining to your meetings prior to the morning of the 18th, there will be staff available to answer questions at on-site event registration.
On behalf of which
The main purpose of Thursday, March 18th's activities is threefold: 1.) provide local and state United Way staff and volunteers the opportunity to meet and share their impact work with Members of Congress; 2.) provide conference attendees with the skills and enthusiasm to advocate at the state and local level on behalf of United Way priorities; and 3.) provide system-wide visibility on Capitol Hill and before the US Congress. There will likely be a system-wide policy-related ask of legislators; however, that will be determined closer to the date of the event, based on the policy environment in
Will transportation be provided to and from Capitol Hill?
Yes. All registered participants will be provided with transportation from the Conference hotel to Capitol Hill, s well as return transportation from the United Way Congressional Reception to the Conference hotel on March 18th. All conference attendees who choose to explore
The day of March 18th is fully scheduled. When and where will I be able to eat lunch?
Lunch will be provided for all event participants prior to your Congressional visits.
What type of attire is recommended for Congressional meetings?
We recommend business casual attire for March 18th. Remember that there will be significant walking involved and the weather mid-march tends to be on the chilly side, so comfortable shoes and a sufficient outdoor coat/jacket are recommended.
Is there a significant amount of walking involved?
Yes, there is a significant amount of walking involved while on Capitol Hill. UWW and Soapbox Consulting are working to schedule meetings as to minimize walking; however, there will be some participants for whom more walking is required. Should you wish to refrain from walking, taxi cabs are available to take participants from one side of the Hill to the other at an approximate cost of $5.00 (single passenger) or $7.50 (dual passenger).
Will there be a handicap-accessible transportation option to assist me in getting from meeting to meeting?
Yes. Please contact
What is the weather like in March?
Average March temperatures are a high of 56 degrees and a low of 37 degrees. Temperatures can vary greatly in March so bring an extra layer.
What style of dress is recommended?
Business casual attire is encouraged for all sessions. Comfortable shoes are recommended for Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill on Thursday, March 18.
Will transportation be provided from the airport to the hotel?
Gaylord National is just a 15-minute drive from Reagan National Airport and within a 45-minute drive from Dulles and Baltimore Washington International Airports. Shuttle service and taxis are available from airports to the hotel. Click on the Transportation page for more information.
What is the physical address?
Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
Which meals will I be responsible for?
All meals and breaks are listed on the SCHEDULE. A Capitol Hill reception will be the evening of Thursday, March 18. Other meals include a continental breakfast and a box lunch on Thursday, March 18; continental breakfast, sit-down lunch and breaks on Friday, March 19, and breakfast on Saturday, March 20.
You will be responsible for dinner on your own on March 18 (following the reception) and March 19.