Committees

Research Committee

The Research Committee conducts genealogical, biographical and historical research. Findings and insights are contributed to OFA publications. The OFA Geneology Research Committee is working on the following:

  • Updating and maintaining our OFA database
  • Assisting unconnected Ostrander’s with making their connection to Pieter Pieterson
  • Providing content for “Genealogy Corner” in our Journal
  • Find A Grave Project – (1) Become manager for Ostrander graves which are managed by Find A Grave and (2) research and link family members

Anyone who is interested in being part of this committee and entering information, doing research and being part of the Genealogy Committee should contact Wendy Ostrander at Flamingowendo@gmail.com.

Communications and Publishing Committee

Plans and coordinates compilation, production, distribution and overseeing the Association’s print and digital communications and publications to members. Its mission is to ensure that the organization’s message, values, and achievements are effectively conveyed to members, and the public through a variety of media and publishing channels.

Communications with our members include:

OFA Journal
E-blasts
Website
Social Media

Members of this committee generate/acquire content of interest to our members. Once acquired, committee will determine best option to communicate the content with the members.

Membership Committee

Advises the Board of Directors in planning and implementation of programs and actions to retain current and attract new Members to the Association.

Reunion Committee

At least twelve (12) months prior to the next Ostrander Family Association Reunion, the Board will form a committee of Members to plan and conduct the event.

The Reunion Committee’s responsibilities are to:

  • Review feedback from previous reunions and apply, as appropriate, to planning the next reunion.
  • Select the reunion location, alternating between Kingston/Hurley, New York and other locations within the United States and Canada.
  • Select and negotiate contracts for meeting rooms, dining, lodging, tours and other reunion activities.
  • Set registration and any other fees with the goal to break even or generate a small net income.
  • Plan presentations and field trips including Ostrander connections, if possible.
  • Work with the Communications and Publishing Committee to disseminate reunion information to OFA members and the public.
  • Manage event registrations and fee payments.

Work with the Historian to preserve pertinent information regarding the reunion.

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