Dear members,
SilverHairsClub hopes that Singapore seniors can have a Club which is easy to join, and that the Club continues to run without any subscription fee. This has been made possible because there are some members who have the same objective in organising activities as the Club. We have tried for years to ask our members to organise an activity for members, at least once in the lifetime membership. However, I must say the effort has not been successful, if not a failure.
Event organisers (EOs) and Event coordinators (ECs) as well as assistants put in a lot of time, expense and energy when organising activities for members. The situation can turn bad as there are some members who loves to complain and criticise the organisers behind the curtain. The EOs put in a lot of effort, time and money, and they pay the same amount as fellow participants. They do not get to enjoy the activity but instead have to run around to make sure the activity runs smoothly. Such situations are very discouraging, and do not encourage EOs and ECs to come forward.
We will have a slight change. All EOs who organises events and activities for members pay the same as other members. Whatever is balance will now be left to the discretion of the EO. The EO has to make sure that his budget is correct and understands the risks of additional costs. So, for the EOs, you set the price for the event. If you set too high, few will attend. If you set too low, the attendance may be too good. If the EO wishes to have a dinner for his committee, it is his decision. Unfortunately, if there is a loss, the EO has to bear the loss. Participating members decide individually if they would like to attend the event, at the price set by the EO.
ECs, please use your discretion as the Club leaves you to make any price decisions.
I hope this will encourage EOs and ECs to come forward, as we too do not want you to have losses, after running around and doing all the work.
Terence Seah
