- Use everyone's strengths. Members have varying levels of experience with different aspects of a project, so use that to your advantage.
- Set SMART goals. This will help you determine the impact your project had on the people who were involved.
- Make friends. Become familiar with the organization(s) you are working with, and have the organization’s leaders educate the members about how the project will impact others.
- Have fun. Although it is a lot of work to plan a large scale service project, don't forget to have fun.
- Organize your budget. Large projects often require large amounts of funding. Make sure you are utilizing your resources wisely and not overspending.
- Solicit donations. Every little bit counts when you are working with a large group. Make sure you’ll have the funds needed to do the job right!
- Advertise. Make sure everyone knows about your project. You've put in the work, so make sure people are excited to come.
- Have an open mind. Never put down an idea or write it off as too big for your group to handle until you make contact with an organization to learn more about it.
- Be resourceful. Ask for supply donations and other help.
- Look for something tangible. Complete a project that your group and the public can see (i.e. building a playground, or painting). Each member of the organization can feel like they were a part of something that made a difference.
Source: The CKI Large Scale Service Project Committee
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