Host the Program

One person can make a difference. "The Work of 1000" tells the story of Marion Stoddart, who mobilized clean-up of one of America's most polluted rivers – for herself, for her community, and for future generations – and, in doing so, became a citizen leader honored by the United Nations.

This program, a 30-minute film complemented by a personal talk with Marion herself, provides a gripping profile of an ordinary citizen who realized her power to make a difference.

Civic, educational, and professional organizations are using this program to build leadership skills and give people confidence that they can make a difference in crucial social issues.

How It Works

1) Select a Date & Secure a Venue for Your Program

Download our Program Planning Toolkit with step-by-step instructions for making your program a success.

You'll need a DVD player, projector, and blank wall or screen. You'll want to be sure your venue can be made very dark.

2) Apply Online for the Program

Use our online Program Application Form or download a Work of 1000 Tour Packet and mail in the application. You are welcome to plan your program for any day through June 30, 2012. We will respond to each request as promptly as possible; please allow 2–3 days for processing.

Your program fee will cover Marion's honorarium, the Public Exhibition DVD, and the downloadable Learning Resouces, including our service leadership handbook, Commit.

3) Build Partnerships, Promote Your Program, and Energize!

Go to our Resources Page to download templates to help you promote your program. Download our comprehensive Learning Resources for use in schools, colleges, women's leadership programs, living rooms, and board rooms.