PAC

What is the Parent Advisory Committee?

The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is a group of parents and caregivers from the community. Its purpose is to provide input to FFRC on designing programs and services that meet the needs of families in northeast Denver and Aurora. 

Who is on the PAC?

The PAC will be brand new in fall 2021 and will have all new members! We are looking for community members who are interested in building their network, learning new skills, and advising the programs and direction of Families Forward Resource Center.

What is the time commitment for a PAC member? 

PAC members will be expected to commit to a minimum of 4 hours per month by attending monthly PAC and committee meetings, plus additional time for events as needed. At this time, meetings will tentatively be held virtually, but we hope to transition to in-person meetings when the group is ready.

What are the expectations for members? 

PAC members are expected to:

• Participate in a minimum of 8 out of 12 regular monthly meetings* and subcommittee meetings as needed.
  • *Dates and times of monthly meetings will be determined by PAC members
• Suggest ideas and agenda items, plan activities such as holiday celebrations, outings, and other special projects. 
• Participate in leadership, teamwork, and advocacy training.
• Represent FFRC to the community and help promote FFRC activities. 
• Participate in fundraising activities on behalf of FFRC.

What are the benefits of joining the PAC?

• Meeting new friends in the community and being able to receive support from them. 
• Helping to influence FFRC programs and events and having an impact on the organization as a whole.
• Gaining different skills and experiences: communication, leadership, teamwork, etc.
• Free dinner and childcare during in-person PAC meetings.

How long do members serve on the PAC?

The PAC membership term is two years, from the time of the member’s first meeting.

• Members are limited to serving for four years; however, if a member is elected to be an officer, they will serve until the end of their officer term.

Are there opportunities to serve in leadership roles on the PAC? 

PAC members will have the opportunity to elect the following officer roles:

1. Chairperson (Staff Liaison: FFRC Executive Director)
   • Plans PAC agenda with FFRC staff.
   • Facilitates PAC meetings.
   • Represents PAC at FFRC board meetings and funders’ site visits.
2. Vice Chairperson (Staff Liaison: FFRC Community and Family Development Manager)
   • • Fills in the for the Chairperson when they are not available.
     • Plans PAC agenda with FFRC staff.
     • Represents FFRC at community meetings (including CAN meetings) and funders’ site visits.
3. Secretary (Staff Liaison: FFRC Family Advocate)
   • Calls parents/caregivers to remind them of meetings.
   • Plans PAC agenda with FFRC staff.
   • Takes notes at the PAC meetings and submits them to FFRC staff on a timely basis.
   • Serve as alternate PAC representative for FFRC board and CAN meetings when Chair and Vice Chair are unavailable.

Officers are elected in September every year and will serve one 12-month term, effective the next day after being elected. A person cannot serve more than one term in the same position.

What are the subcommittee responsibilities?

Every PAC member is asked to participate in one to two subcommittees. Subcommittees will generally involve planning and executing an event around a holiday (Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, etc.). Specific subcommittees will be decided by the PAC membership.

Have more questions? 

Contact FFRC Community & Family Development Manager Briana Schlesinger at briana@familiesforwardrc.org

The mission of Families Forward Resource Center (FFRC) is to enrich entire families through partnerships and services that create a safe, healthy, and connected community. Guided by its Parent Advisory Committee, dedicated staff, and Board of Directors, FFRC supports families in the Denver and Aurora metro area and envisions safe, healthy, and prosperous communities.