BE OF SERVICE.
The In Between Fellowship is only as great as its members' commitment to
giving what was so freely given to them.
There are many ways to be involved. See our open service commitments below.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS TRUSTED SERVANTS
The following conditions apply to all Trusted Servants of the IBF
Trusted Servants and Trustees status: Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern. IBF Trusted Servants are the duly elected officers of the Business Group – they comprise the Steering Committee.
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All trusted servants must be alcoholics (have a desire to stop drinking) and consider the IBF to be their Home Group.
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Any trusted servant who fails to maintain their sobriety will automatically be considered to have resigned their position.
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No trusted servant will be paid to perform their Twelfth Step service, but they will be reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses.
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All Trusted Servants and Trustees will be elected by the Business Group, with substantial unanimity (2/3 vote) whenever possible.
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Trusted Servants will attend both Business Group and Steering Committee meetings and will submit monthly reports to the Business Group.
Our Leaders are but trusted Servants, they do not govern.
Trustee
Requirements
Minimum requirements:
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Five years of continuous sobriety
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Regular attendance at meetings of IBF
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Prior service commitments at IBF
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Familiarity with customs and procedures of IBF
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When possible, some experience of business practices is desirable (business, accounting, legal, maintenance).
Responsibilities:
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Conduct all financial and business activities of the IBF, including but not limited to: complies with State and Federal filing requirements, including annual tax documents for the protection of our tax contributions from membership.
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Receives and is accountable for tax deductible contributions from membership; ensures that adequate insurance coverage is maintained
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Maintains bank accounts
- Regularly monitors the financial condition of IBF & makes recommendations to Business Group regarding status of Reserve and Operating accounts
- Negotiates and handles leasing agreements
- Handles all staffing or contractor related issues (Bartender/Janitor)
- Maintains premises to ensure adequate precautions and systems are available to provide a safe and secure environment.
- Performs any other functions necessary to ensure the stability and survival of the IBF location.
- Additionally, Trustees serve as Chair of the Business Group and Steering Committee meetings and as the IBF Treasurer.
Beginner Meeting Coordinator
Requirements
Minimum requirements:
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Two years of continuous sobriety
Responsibilities:
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Recruits members (1 male and 1 female) to host the coming month’s Beginner’s
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Finds replacement or hosts meeting when there is a No-Show or Cancellation
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Coordinates with Literature Chairperson to ensure all AA approved literature is
available for weekly Beginner’s Meetings
General Service Rep
Requirements
Minimum requirements:
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Two years of continuous sobriety
Responsibilities:
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Acts as the link between the group and AA as a whole. Represents the group at
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Keeps group members informed about General Service activities and publications
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Prepares and presents current Agenda Topics
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Facilitates group conscience on such topics.
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Raffle Chair
Requirements
Minimum requirements:
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2 years of continuous sobriety
Responsibilities:
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Receive all monies donated in whatever manner to the Group Center and deposit in IBF’s bank account in a timely manner. (Monies collected include but are not limited to: 7th
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Attends in-person monthly Birthday Meeting and all IBF events with raffles
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Handles accounting & tracking for raffle items, submits envelope for deposit
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Maintains stock of prizes from member donations or funding from Treasurer
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Maintains raffle tickets
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Obtains selected Literature from Literature person
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Conducts raffles
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Makes financial report at Business Committee meeting
Supply Chair
Requirements
Minimum requirements:
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2 years of continuous sobriety
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Active IBF Member
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1 year previous Service at IBF
Responsibilities:
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Researches to find the best prices for regularly purchased items
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Purchases paper products, coffee and bar supplies, cleaning supplies and other items as needed
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Maintains the supply cabinet and keeps organized
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Maintains monthly inventory of items in the supply cabinet
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Works with the Literature person(s) and other members of the group and the Steering Committee
Event Coordinator
Requirements
Minimum requirements:
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2 years of continuous sobriety
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Previous event experience
Responsibilities:
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Organizes annual Anniversary party, Holiday Marathons, Potlucks, Game Nights, etc.
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Forms subcommittee to assist in tasks with IG Rep organizes participation in Intergroup activities
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Works with Raffle Chair on related events
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Handles financial arrangements and logistics for event
Intergroup Representative Requirements
Minimum requirements:
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Five year of continuous sobriety
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Active IBF Member
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Previous 6-12 month Service Commitment
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Willing to serve for a minimum of 12 months
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Trustworthy and honest
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Elected, non-paid position and must have the approval of the Group Conscious of the IBF
Responsibilities:
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Acts as the link between the group and the East Bay Intergroup committee
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Represents the group at EB Intergroup meetings, participating in the decision-making process
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Keeps group members informed about Intergroup activities, publications, and EBI finances.