How to Join the International Order of Rainbow for Girls

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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If you're under the age of 20 and looking for a fun, wholesome organization to join, consider the International Order of Rainbow for Girls. This is a Christian-based organization that teaches its members faith, hope and charity. You participate in all types of fun events geared toward these teachings. Join the International Order of Rainbow for Girls and change your life—and maybe the lives of others as well.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Step1

Submit a petition to join the International Order of Rainbow for Girls at your local assembly. The petition, which is basically an application for membership and which needs to be accompanied by a small fee, can be given to any Rainbow Girl or to a board member.

Step2

Schedule to have a committee, usually comprised of 3 people from the International Order of Rainbow for Girls, visit your home and talk with you and your parents. This gives you the chance to ask questions and learn more about the organization.

Step3

Pass through the balloting phase. This is just a formality, a traditional ceremony that marks your entrance into the International Order of Rainbow for Girls.

Step4

Attend the initiation ceremony. During this presentation, you are introduced to the core values of the International Order of Rainbow for Girls and its expectations.

Step5

Pay annual dues, which vary from different assemblies but is usually around $10 per year. Purchase, receive hand-me-downs or have made formal attire for ceremonies and special events.

Tips & Warnings

While the International Order of Rainbow for Girls holds to Christian beliefs and values, you don't have to be Christian to join the organization.
Pledge Groups for girls aged 8 to 11 are available that introduce ceremonies and activities to girls who wish to join the International Order of Rainbow for Girls once they reach the minimum age requirement.
Trips for members organized by the International Order of Rainbow for Girls and the annual convention, the Grand Assembly, cost money to attend.