Recruitment Resource Center

Recruitment Resources

Do you have a network of potential members you'd like to invite to be SAF members?  

SAF Membership is even better with a friend! The SAF Member-Get-A-Member Referral Program is a win-win for you and the friends you "bring" along. Every qualifying student or professional you refer that joins SAF brings you a step closer to a reward.

See below for information and tips on how to recruit new members: 
  • Download our Guide for Recruiting New Members for detailed recruitment tips and sample scripts to use when connecting with prospective members. 
  • Identify the best prospects: Review your network of professional colleagues and identify who might benefit from SAF membership.
  • Download our Recruitment Handout: Use this 1-pager of member testimonials with prospective members and share 5 reasons of many to be a member of SAF.
  • Watch SAF Moments: Visit YouTube channel to hear members' "SAF Moments" and learn their SAF stories. 
  • Know the benefits of membership: Review the membership pages to provide prospects with more information about SAF and membership benefits.
  • Give examples: Provide your colleagues with examples of how your SAF membership has benefited you both personally and professionally. A positive testimonial is a great recruitment tool.
  • Keep membership materials handy: Print out copies of the paper membership application to distribute at your next event and keep on hand at the office.
  • Invite prospective members to upcoming events.
  • Invite new members to join online: Ask them to join easily online by going to www.eforester.org/Membership. Remind them to enter your information as their “Sponsor” during the join process.
  • Follow up: Check back in a few weeks to see if they have joined and ask if they have any questions.

Not sure if a colleague is a current SAF member? Check the SAF Member Directory before you begin a conversation about membership.

If you aren’t comfortable reaching out on your own, let SAF do the work for you. Email [email protected] the contact information of your prospective members and we will reach out on your behalf.
*Rules and regulations are subject to change at any time and without notice. Please email [email protected] with questions.