Committees

All members are welcome and encouraged to participate in our committees. There is a variety and something for everyone. If you see something that interests you, please let us know (see the Officers and Board Members tab to contact any of them). This is a great way to get to know your fellow CIAO members and the more people helping, the lighter the load for everyone. Thank you!

Annual Pasta Dinner Committee

Our biggest fund raising event where net proceeds are put back into the community supporting College Scholarships and worthwhile organizations that improves the quality of life in the Lima Area Community.

Annual Reverse Raffle Committee

Reverse Raffle is our other fund raising event held each November and again net proceeds are put back into the Lima Area Community.

Christmas with Santa Claus

Lunch in December with all children (Grandchildren of members) sitting on Santa’s lap and receiving a bag of treats. CIAO also sponsors needy children to attend this event.

CIAO Annual Christmas Party

Held in December for CIAO members and guests

CIAO Annual Picnic

Bring a covered dish with events for all ages, drinks and home-made Italian Sausage by CIAO members are provided by CIAO

Annual Scholarship Awards Committee

Annual Scholarship awards Committee selects the recipients of the CIAO scholarships each year and makes arrangements for the Scholarship Dinner Awards Presentation.

Membership Committee

Committed to building our membership base (one of the most important Committees).

Budget and Finance Committee

Determines Annual Budget

New Project/Activities Committee

Determines CIAO related activities for members/guests

Civic Awards Committee

Determines Recipient of the CIAO Annual Service above Self Award

Publicity and Public Relations Committee

Connects with News Media to ensure that CIAO activities/events are covered

Sickness and Distress Committee

Ensures that CIAO members and families are supported during sickness/distress/death

Donation Committee

Determines and recommends worthy local causes to donate available CIAO funds.