The name SASO (pronounced “say-so”) stems from the catch phrase,“if you need help, just say so!" SASO is an inclusive high school girls service organization for girls who live in or attend high school in the town of Fairfield. We focus on having our mom and daughter teams participate in events that help partnered philanthropies. We provide personal growth for the girls to help them grow in such skills of leadership, service, and interpersonal relationships.
How do we join?
SASO’s year runs from June 1-May 31. Registration typically starts May 1 for the next membership year. Check the Membership page of our website for more details on membership requirements and how to join.
Who are the board members?
Our board members are new or current members who serve for two years or more. They bring new ideas and enthusiasm as well as a passion for service. Our board meets once a month to review current happenings and needs. We hope that you will consider getting involved! Please email sasogirlsct@gmail.com if you are interested in more information about joining the board.
We applied. Are we in?
You will receive a confirmation email once you have paid for your SASO membership. Also, look for a welcome email sometime after June 1 when the new membership year begins. If you paid for membership and are not receiving SASO emails, please email sasogirlsct@gmail.com.
Do mom & DAUGHTER need to attend every event together?
As we are a mom/daughter organization, we ask that you complete your three events together. After completing the three events together, your daughter or you can volunteer alone.
Can we show up at an event if there are no sign up spots on the website?
We love and encourage enthusiastic volunteering. However, our philanthropies sometimes have specific numbers of volunteers needed. It is best to email the event captain and check with them.
What do we do if we can’t make the event we committed to?
Please do your best to sign up for events that you are able to commit to attending. Our philanthropies rely on us for help, and last minute cancellations leave us — and more importantly them — scrambling. If something unexpected (like an illness) comes up, please try to find a replacement. If you are unable to find someone, and you absolutely cannot make the event, contact the captain, giving as much notice as possible. Their email is in the Event description on the website.
How do I record that I completed an event?
Once you have completed an event, you are responsible for logging your own participation using the self-reporting tool on our website. Click on "My Account" and "View and Record My Hours" and follow the instructions to enter your event details. We rely on the honor system for tracking events and expect members to only record events they have attended.
What is PVSA (President’s Volunteer Service Award)?
The President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) Is the a premier award program in the United States to encourage service. SASO is certified to bestow this award to members who qualify. It is awarded based on number of hours served during SASO membership year, within following age categories:
Teens (11-15) Hours: Bronze 50, Silver 75, Gold 100+
Young Adult (16-25) Hours: Bronze 100, Silver 175, Gold 250+
SASO members who wish to participate must email sasogirlspvsa@gmail.com to register interest and meet all requirements of PVSA which include serving a minimum of 30% of hours through SASO and a maximum of 70% hours through other service organization while tracking and certifying every hour on Google Docs. For more information and links, visit the PVSA page of our website.
