GOC Belle City FAQ

 

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Guardians of The Children “GOC” is often imitated by groups of individuals that do not have a working agreement with us. We have chapters in the U.S. and Canada, they are listed on this website only:

 

GOC US Chapters:  https://guardiansofthechildren.com/us-chapters

 

GOC Canada Chapters:  https://guardiansofthechildren.com/canada-chapters

 

BELOW ARE MEMBERSHIP LEVELS OF GUARDIANS OF THE CHILDREN:

Supporter:  After they have passed a background check, supporters are allowed to attend all GOC events but are not allowed to wear a membership patch or hold any office and have no voting rights.  They must abide by GOC Code of Conduct while representing GOC and are not allowed to represent themselves as members of GOC.  They may attend all GOC rallies, court hearings events and meetings.

 

Prospect:  After a supporter has decided that they are interested in becoming a patched member, they enter a probationary period of at least one year.  During this period, the following apply. In addition to all requirements for being a supporter, they must attend at least 70 percent of meetings unless excused.  They must be 18 years or older and they must either own or have access to a motorcycle. 

           

Patched Member:  After the probationary period, and in addition to the requirements of a prospect, they must be voted in by the chapter board of directors.  At this point, they receive their back patch and have full rights and responsibilities of membership.

 

WHERE IS MY CLOSEST CHAPTER?

Please see the below websites for your closest GOC chapter:

 

GOC US Chapters:  https://guardiansofthechildren.com/us-chapters

 

GOC Canada Chapters:  https://guardiansofthechildren.com/canada-chapters

 

IS GUARDIANS OF THE CHILDREN A MOTORCYCLE CLUB?

No, we are considered a motorcycle organization, which is a group of motorcycle enthusiasts brought together by a common cause.  In our case, it is to be advocates for abused children and their families.

           

HOW LONG DO NEW MEMBERS WAIT TO GET PATCHED?

Prospective members are required to go through a 1-year probationary period prior to being eligible for full patch membership, then they must be voted in by the chapter board of directors.

 

IS GOC A 501(c)3 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION?

Yes, we are a Charitable Organization with a 501(c)3 status.  Donating is 100% tax deductible

 

WHO CAN JOIN THE ORGANIZATION?

Anyone who shares the same passions to make a difference in the life of a child, as long as they can pass a background check, have access to a bike, and fit well with the chapter.

 

HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT BEING A PART OF THE BELLE CITY GOC CHAPTER?

Complete the contact form on our website and we will get back with you. You can also email us directly at trademark@bellecitygoc.com

 

DO YOU HAVE TO HAVE A MOTORCYCLE TO JOIN?

You do not have to own one, but you do need to have access to one.

 

WILL I BE ABLE TO JOIN ALL EVENTS, EVEN IF I AM JUST A SUPPORTER?

Yes, as long as you have successfully passed a background check first.

 

WHAT IS GOC ABOUT?

GOC serves as a public benefit organization. We exist to educate the public about child abuse, to serve as advocates, and to offer protection for victims of abuse.

 

WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO THAT IS DONATED OR RAISED BY Belle City GOC?

All money is used to benefit the children that are part of the GOC family or to help educate the public about the prevention of child abuse and to help raise child abuse awareness.  As a nonprofit we are held by IRS standards and transparency for each dollar spent.

 

WHAT IF I WANT TO START A CHAPTER IN MY AREA?

Contact Chapter Development or the National Ambassador, the GOC international website is http://www.guardiansofthechildren.com/