Service Opportunities
Find Opportunities to be of Service
Most A.A. members participate by going to meetings at their local groups. But there are many opportunities for service in A.A., and most of us have found that volunteering to do service improves the quality of our recovery. We freely share our time and talent in an effort to stay sober and carry the message of Alcoholics Anonymous to those who are suffering from alcoholism. In other words, you get what you give.
A.A.'s Responsibility Statement
I am responsible, when anyone, anywhere reaches out for help, I want the hand of A.A. always to be there. And for that: I am responsible.
Ways to get involved at Central Office
Volunteers needed for:
- Central Office desk
- 12 Step Calls
- 12 Step Visits
- Rides to Meetings
If you would like to volunteer at Central Office please call
423-499-6003 or email
vc@chattanooga-aa.com
Service Committees
A.A. service committees work to ensure the A.A. message reaches people who may need it. Many alcoholics first hear A.A.'s message of hope thanks to the work of the volunteers on these committees.
Archives
The Archives Committee works to preserve the rich history of Alcoholics Anonymous in our local area. They host A.A. Archives workshops, create portable exhibits for display at local A.A. events, and encourage groups to complete Group History forms to help document and celebrate our shared legacy.
Chair: vacant
Email: archives@chattanooga-aa.com
Cooperation with the Professional Community / Public Information
The CPC Committee helps build bridges between Alcoholics Anonymous and professionals who work with alcoholics by finding simple, effective ways to cooperate—without affiliating—while clearly explaining what A.A. does and does not do. The primary purpose of the PI Committee is to carry the message of A.A. to still suffering alcoholics through public channels such as churches, media, health organizations and so forth.
Chair: Linda W
Email: cpc_pi@chattanooga-aa.com
Meeting dates: Meeting dates: Meets 2nd Saturday of month 10AM at Central Office.
Corrections
The Corrections Committee brings the A.A. message to alcoholics in custody by organizing meetings, sharing literature, promoting the Corrections Correspondence Service, and helping individuals transition to local A.A. communities through the Prerelease Contact program.
Chair: Justin H
Email: corrections@chattanooga-aa.com
Meeting dates: Meets 1st Saturday of the month at 10 AM at Suburban Club
Grapevine / La Viña
Grapevine and La Viña are the international journals of Alcoholics Anonymous in print, digital and audio. Written, edited, and illustrated by A.A. members and friends of A.A., Grapevine is a lifeline linking one alcoholic to another.
Grapevine does not receive group contributions, but is supported entirely through subscription sales and income from the sale of related items.
Chair: Mike S
Email: grapevine@chattanooga-aa.com
Events
For information about local events supporting Central Office and the Fellowship.
Chair: Angie M
Email: events@chattanooga-aa.com
Meeting dates: Meets Tuesdays at Central Office & Online at 5:30 PM when planning events.
Technology
The Technology Committee provides IT support for meetings and groups that are members of the Chattanooga Area Central Office (CACO) & Intergroup communities.
We provide Google Workspace accounts to the above, allowing the fellowship to have their own email account, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Group distribution lists, and Google Meet for virtual meetings.
Chair: Alex B
Email: tech@chattanooga-aa.com
Treatment
The Treatment Committee carries the A.A. message into treatment settings, offering hope to alcoholics and informing professionals. They share how A.A. works, provide literature, and help set up meetings in both inpatient and outpatient facilities.
Chair: Jessica B
Email: treatment@chattanooga-aa.com
Meeting dates: Meets first Saturday of the month at 11AM at Suburban Club.
Treatment - Bridging the Gap
The Bridging the Gap Committee supports individuals transitioning from treatment to A.A. by explaining what to expect at meetings, attending meetings with them, providing resources, and helping them connect with literature, home groups, and sponsorship.
Contact: Kelly B.
Email: btg@chattanooga-aa.com
Accessibilities
The Accessibilities Committee helps make A.A. available to all, especially those with significant barriers. They support members with accessibility challenges, guide groups in being more inclusive, and share information with the public and agencies about A.A. accessibility.
Chair: vacant
Email: access@chattanooga-aa.com
Online: Zoom ID: 82139840830 PW: odaat