Welcome attendees/newcomers and introduce to other members
Communicate with members on behalf of the chapter
Coordinate calling trees to ensure open communication and event reminders
Assist with increasing membership benefits and member development
Serve as greeter and facilitators at events
Assist with planning of member events
Assist in selecting speakers, locations, and topics
Identify potential sponsor for events
Identify events that meet members needs and develop a marketing plan to advertise events
Assist with media exposure
Build relationships with churches and community organizations.
Connect GTRA to faith based and community leaders.
Support outreach, service, and educational events.
Help expand community partnerships.
Promote GTRA’s mission through meaningful community engagement.
Identify ways GTRA can serve and make a stronger impact.
Assist with quarterly newsletter creation and distribution
Promote events
Coordinate Press Conferences
Draft and Distribute Press Releases
Assist with monthly member spotlight
Maintain chapter social media
Assist in branding NAREB
SPONSORSHIP
COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
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Meets 2nd Thursday @ 4:30pm
Identify and research grant opportunities
Identify key fundraising partners and donors in Toledo
Ensure supporters receive all benefits as outlined in sponsor agreements and recognition for their financial contributions prior to, during and after the event
Record and report sponsorship status
Assist in building relationships with the broader community and city officials
Recommend policy proposals and positions relative to home ownership in minority communities
Provide information only updates on city, state, and federal issues that affect minority communities
Email your Interest to ToledoRealtist@gmail.com
Top 10 Reasons to Join a Committee Today!
Get closer to the work
Committee service gives you a behind the scenes look at how GTRA grows, leads, and creates impact in the community.
Build real relationships
Working on a committee helps you connect with professionals, community leaders, and decision makers in a more meaningful way.
Grow your visibility
Serving on a committee helps people see your gifts, your consistency, and your leadership in action.
Strengthen your skills
You will sharpen your communication, planning, problem solving, and leadership skills through hands on involvement.
Create leadership opportunities
Committee work is one of the best ways to prepare for future leadership roles within GTRA.
Make a real difference
Your ideas, time, and effort can help shape programs, events, partnerships, and initiatives that truly matter.
Give back with purpose
Joining a committee allows you to serve the profession and the community in a deeper and more intentional way.
Expand your network
Committee involvement puts you in the room with people who can support your growth, business, and mission.
Be part of something bigger
GTRA is more than meetings and events. It is a community of professionals working together to promote Democracy in Housing and advance homeownership access in Black and underserved communities.
Have fun while doing meaningful work
Yes, you will work, but you will also build connections, create memories, and enjoy the energy that comes from being part of a strong team.
Do not just be connected to GTRA. Be involved. Join a committee and help move the work forward.