What is the Chapter of the Month (COM) program?

The Chapter of the Month program recognizes outstanding chapters whose practices and programs represent the best ATD has to offer. It highlights chapters who have earned special recognition for their best practice success.

What are the criteria to be Chapter of the Month?

To be considered for Chapter of the Month, a chapter must: Have an approved Sharing Our Success (SOS) submission which demonstrates an innovative approach or solution to key chapter functions Be CARE achieved at the time of selection Not have been selected as Chapter of the Month in the previous 18 months

Is there a time limit or “expiration date” on approved SOS submissions for a chapter to be considered for Chapter of the Month?

There is no set time limit. As long as the chapter has at least one approved SOS submission and meets the other criteria above, it is eligible for Chapter of the Month.

How often can a chapter be Chapter of the Month?

How often can a chapter be Chapter of the Month? One of the key criteria to receive the award is to not have been selected as Chapter of the Month within an 18-month timeframe. Additionally, factors such as chapter size, geographic location, and CARE category of the approved SOS submission(s) are also considered in an effort to be as fair as possible.

ATD Chapter of the Month

Chapter of the Month

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The Chapter of the Month (COM) program highlights a chapter each month that deserves special recognition. Recipients must have had a Sharing Our Success (SOS) submission accepted, be 100 percent CARE achieved, and have not been featured as Chapter of the Month within the past 18 months.

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BUFFALO NIAGARA CHAPTER: Engage, Educate, Elevate: A Facilitator Growth Model

BUFFALO NIAGARA CHAPTER: Engage, Educate, Elevate: A Facilitator Growth Model

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SUMMARY : The Buffalo Niagara Chapter partnered with AAA Western and Central New York to host a sold-out, in-person workshop designed to support facilitators at all stages of their careers. Featuring expert-led sessions on learner engagement, adult learning principles, and assessment techniques, the event combined practical skill building with meaningful networking opportunities. The collaboration leveraged partner resources and internal expertise to expand the chapter’s reach, attracting a high number of nonmembers and participants from multiple organizations. With strong satisfaction scores, new member conversions, and continued participant engagement, this initiative demonstrates the impact of strategic partnerships and targeted programming in driving both value and growth for the chapter.

SUMMARY: The Buffalo Niagara Chapter partnered with AAA Western and Central New York to host a sold-out, in-person workshop designed to support facilitators at all stages of their careers. Featuring expert-led sessions on learner engagement, adult learning principles, and assessment techniques, the event combined practical skill building with meaningful networking opportunities. The collaboration leveraged partner resources and internal expertise to expand the chapter’s reach, attracting a high number of nonmembers and participants from multiple organizations. With strong satisfaction scores, new member conversions, and continued participant engagement, this initiative demonstrates the impact of strategic partnerships and targeted programming in driving both value and growth for the chapter.

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Buffalo Niagara - SOS Submission Form
Buffalo Niagara - SOS Submission Form
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Buffalo Niagara - Program Outline
Buffalo Niagara - Program Outline
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Buffalo Niagara - Course Registration and Evaluation Data
Buffalo Niagara - Course Registration and Evaluation Data

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YEAR: 2026

YEAR: 2026

ATD highlights chapters that shine!

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If your chapter has had a Sharing Our Success (SOS) submission accepted, is CARE achieved, and have not been featured recently as Chapter of the Month (within 18 months), you might be the next chapter for this award!

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The COM program is managed by the Chapter Recognition Committee (CRC) . Visit the CRC webpage for more information about COM and committee contact information.

The COM program is managed by the Chapter Recognition Committee (CRC). Visit the CRC webpage for more information about COM and committee contact information.

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If you have questions, please see the FAQs or contact your chapter relations manager (CRM) . We look forward to working with you!

If you have questions, please see the FAQs or contact your chapter relations manager (CRM). We look forward to working with you!

Frequently Asked Questions

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The Chapter of the Month program recognizes outstanding chapters whose practices and programs represent the best ATD has to offer. It highlights chapters who have earned special recognition for their best practice success.
The Chapter of the Month program recognizes outstanding chapters whose practices and programs represent the best ATD has to offer. It highlights chapters who have earned special recognition for their best practice success.
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To be considered for Chapter of the Month, a chapter must:
To be considered for Chapter of the Month, a chapter must:
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  Have an approved Sharing Our Success (SOS) submission which demonstrates an innovative approach or solution to key chapter functions
  Have an approved Sharing Our Success (SOS) submission which demonstrates an innovative approach or solution to key chapter functions
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  Be CARE achieved at the time of selection
  Be CARE achieved at the time of selection
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  Not have been selected as Chapter of the Month in the previous 18 months
  Not have been selected as Chapter of the Month in the previous 18 months
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There is no set time limit. As long as the chapter has at least one approved SOS submission and meets the other criteria above, it is eligible for Chapter of the Month.
There is no set time limit. As long as the chapter has at least one approved SOS submission and meets the other criteria above, it is eligible for Chapter of the Month.
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How often can a chapter be Chapter of the Month?
How often can a chapter be Chapter of the Month?
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One of the key criteria to receive the award is to not have been selected as Chapter of the Month within an 18-month timeframe. Additionally, factors such as chapter size, geographic location, and CARE category of the approved SOS submission(s) are also considered in an effort to be as fair as possible.
One of the key criteria to receive the award is to not have been selected as Chapter of the Month within an 18-month timeframe. Additionally, factors such as chapter size, geographic location, and CARE category of the approved SOS submission(s) are also considered in an effort to be as fair as possible.

Chapter of the Month

Chapter of the Month

Congratulations to the May Chapter of the Month, Buffalo Niagara!

Each Chapter of the Month receives the following:

$500 cash prize

Profile on the Chapter of the Month homepage

Letter from the ATD president and CEO

Use of press release banner and press release

Public recognition at the ATD Chapter Leaders Conference (ALC)

Listing in the ALC program

Use of the Chapter of the Month logo

Recognition in the Leader Connection Newsletter

ATD highlights chapters that shine!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Chapter of the Month (COM) program?

What are the criteria to be Chapter of the Month?

Is there a time limit or “expiration date” on approved SOS submissions for a chapter to be considered for Chapter of the Month?

How often can a chapter be Chapter of the Month?

2026 Chapters of the Month

2025 Chapters of the Month