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Presidents (incl. –Elect, Vice-, and Past-)

Tip: Encourage your 2026 Board to attend the Chapter Leadership Conference (CLC)

• Testimonials from this year’s attendees are available here (scroll down to the bottom)
• For more information and to register, click here 

Annual Reports: Due on March 31, 2026

• Chapters are required to submit their Annual Reports to CAMFT by March 31, 2026, to remain in compliance.
• Tips for Success:
  • Start preparing the reports sooner rather than closer to the due date
  • Assign report sections by board position—don’t do it all as the President.
  • Reports required: General, Membership, Financial, Events, DEIA+, and Pre-Licensed.
  • Use the provided online forms to simplify reporting—no lengthy writing required.
  • Include database reports (member roster, financial summary, event list).
  • Reports may be emailed individually or as one package to mchampion@camft.org
• Click here for the Annual Report requirements and reporting links.

Tip: The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Association Leaders

• Some commonalities distinguish the great leaders from the good ones. These seven approaches can help you lead your association toward growth and sustainability.
• Turn outward
• Listen to your rank and file
• To know your members, be a member
• Master the data
• Make membership everyone’s job
• Invest in capabilities
• Stop before you start
• Read more in the Playbook/Section IV (b)/Articles

Treasurers/Secretaries/Chapter Admin

Annual Reports: Due on March 31, 2026

• Chapters are required to submit their Annual Reports to CAMFT by March 31, 2026, to remain in compliance
• Start preparing the reports sooner rather than closer to the due date
• Click here for the financial Annual Report requirements
• Reports may be emailed individually or as one package to mchampion@camft.org

Tip: Checklist of Chapter Financial Deadlines

• Chapters need to provide documentation to either CAMFT, the IRS, or their Insurance Carrier.
• Refer to the table below for IRS and Insurance deadlines
• Sections mentioned below refer to the sections in the Chapter Playbook All-In-One-Resource Guide here

CEPA/Education/Events

Tip: How to Make Meetings Matter More

• Association/Chapter events don’t always create the sense of belonging they promise.
• A pair of experts suggest some fixes. 
• Read more in the Playbook/Section VII/General Articles

Annual Reports: Due on March 31, 2026

• Chapters are required to submit their Annual Reports to CAMFT by March 31, 2026, to remain in compliance.
• Start preparing the reports sooner rather than closer to the due date
• Click here for the events Annual Report requirements
• Reports may be emailed individually or as one package to mchampion@camft.org

CAMFT Resource: Speaker List

• Staff created a Chapter Speaker Resource List in response to requests from chapters needing speaker references
• The list is comprised of chapters’ monthly e-blast submissions
• CAMFT does not endorse any speakers on the list
• The list was posted on the Events Listserv on January 5, 2026
• If you would like to be added to the Events Listserv or need a copy of the list, contact mchampion@camft.org

2026 Schedule: CAMFT presentations offered to Chapters

• Law & Ethics Revenue Share Program: Webinars
  • Less work for Chapter volunteers ~ more Profit for the Chapters
  • The highest earner two years in a row received over $8,000
  • If you are not familiar with the program yet, click here, or contact mchampion@camft.org for more information
  • The 2026 agreement is available here
• State of the Profession (SOP): In-Person
  • Chapters are eligible to receive one in-person presentation in 2026
  • Any fees collected by the Chapter remain the property of the Chapter
  • Since the presentation is only a 1 CE/90-minute presentation, Chapters are encouraged to combine it with their Annual Meeting, a Lunch meeting, a “Meet the Board” reception, a Pre-Licensed event, etc.
  • Dates are available on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Click here to schedule your Chapter presentation

• Law & Ethics: In-Person
  • Dates are available on a first-come, first-served basis
  • The presentations will be available between April and December 2026
  • Limited spots are available
  • Click here to schedule your Chapter presentation
  • Any fees collected by the Chapter remain the property of the Chapter

Membership/Marketing/Sponsorship

Tip: Use the Chapter L&E Revenue Share program as a marketing tool

• Here is how:
  • Once your Chapter is signed up for the program, CAMFT will provide you with marketing images and registration links to the webinars
  • The first webinar is Friday, February 6, 2026: "Navigating Gray Areas with Confidence: A Helpful Overview of Dual Relationships, Coaching Considerations for Therapists, and Soliciting Reviews and Testimonials from Patients and will be presented by Bradley Muldrow, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney
  • When your Chapter markets the CAMFT L&E Webinars to the members and non-members in your catchment area, you can primarily market that chapter members will receive a $5 discount for every CAMFT L&E webinar they sign up for
  • You do NOT need to mention the revenue share program aspect, since that is an agreement between CAMFT and the Chapter Boards
  • If you are not familiar with the program yet, click here, or contact mchampion@camft.org for more information
  • The 2026 agreement is available here

CAMFT Resource: Add/Drop Reports

• Be on the lookout for this report in February
• CAMFT provides chapters with quarterly reports of dropped and current CAMFT members in their catchment area. Complete contact information is provided. Chapters are encouraged to utilize these reports in their membership recruitment and marketing efforts.  Please note: these lists are not for personal use
• Chapters will receive the reports in February, May, August, and November 2026
• Confirm list recipients with mchampion@camft.org

Annual Reports: Due on March 31, 2026

• Chapters are required to submit their Annual Reports to CAMFT by March 31, 2026, to remain in compliance.
• Start preparing the reports sooner rather than closer to the due date
• Click here for the membership Annual Report requirements
• Reports may be emailed individually or as one package to mchampion@camft.org

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

Tip: How State & Federal Laws may affect your Chapter's DEI Initiatives - MOVED to Jan 21 at Noon

• Don't miss this important meeting to learn how state and federal laws, regulations, and litigation may affect your chapter's DEI programs, policies, and initiatives.
• Association Attorney Jeff Tenenbaum will offer insights, advice, and answer your questions to help you mitigate legal and non-legal DEI-related risks for your chapter.
• If you have any questions for the presenter, please forward them to mchampion@camft.org by January 8.
• The session will be recorded.
• To pre-register/log in on the day: Click here

Invitation: DEI session at the Chapter Leadership Conference

• Join your peers to share and learn from each other about programs and policies that encourage the representation and participation of your diverse chapter membership
• Conference attendance is free to Chapter Board members and Committee Chairs

• For the schedule, speaker list, and how to register, click here  

Annual Reports: Due on March 31, 2026

• Chapters are required to submit their Annual Reports to CAMFT by March 31, 2026, to remain in compliance
• Start preparing the reports sooner rather than closer to the due date
• Click here for the DEIA+ Annual Report requirements
• Reports may be emailed individually or as one package to mchampion@camft.org

Pre-Licensed/3,000 Club

Annual Reports: Due on March 31, 2026

• Chapters are required to submit their Annual Reports to CAMFT by March 31, 2026, to remain in compliance.
• Start preparing the reports sooner rather than closer to the due date
• Click here for the Pre-Licensed/3,000 Club Annual Report requirements
• Reports may be emailed individually or as one package to mchampion@camft.org

Tip: Why should Pre-Licensed members join CAMFT?

• Reminder: Only CAMFT members may be members of a Chapter
• Sometimes Chapter members forget what first inspired them to join CAMFT as a Pre-Licensed member, so each month we’ll spotlight a few great reasons you can share with prospective CAMFT Pre-Licensed members

Reason 1: Community and Networking 
CAMFT is the largest network of MFTs worldwide and offers opportunities to grow leadership skills and build community with other Pre-Licensed and Licensed members. Check out our CAMFT Chapters across the state for even more networking opportunities and ways to find mentors and like-minded colleagues. You can also join your fellow Pre-Licensed CAMFT members on Facebook and Instagram.

Reason 2: Job Board
Daily job postings for employment and internships.

Reason 3: Pre-Licensed Job Sites and Job Openings
This directory showcases job sites throughout California that pay Associate Marriage and Family Therapists and provide supervision for hours. Sites listed may or may not be hiring at this time.

Technology/Website/Social Media

Tip: 5 Social Media Marketing Tips for Chapters/Associations

• Adjust Posting Times
• Research Social Media Platforms
• Make Reviews Easy
• Tell Their Story
• Run a Photo Contest
• Read more in the Playbook/ Section VII (e)  

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