Learn It On YouTube: Free Tutorials to Help You Run a Stronger Chapter

Running a successful AMPP chapter means wearing many hats—leader, planner, promoter, communicator, and often, tech support. From building websites and promoting events to sending emails and collecting payments, there’s a lot to manage—and most chapter leaders are doing it without a formal marketing background.

The good news? You don’t have to be an expert to make a big impact. With the right tools—and a willingness to learn—you can handle just about anything. While we’re actively building out more tutorials and support materials on the AMPP Chapter Resources page, YouTube is an excellent place to find quick, step-by-step guides in the meantime. Platforms like Wix, Mailchimp, Eventbrite, PayPal, and Canva all have video tutorials that can help you get started or level up your skills—right when you need them.

Be Proactive: Learn on Your Own Terms

YouTube puts learning directly into your hands. With thousands of tutorial videos available for nearly every software platform, you can choose what you want to learn, when you want to learn it, and how fast you go.

Why this matters:

• It’s free – No subscriptions, no courses, no cost.
• It’s flexible – Pause, rewind, and watch on your own time.
• It’s practical – Focus on exactly what you need to do, right now.

Taking the initiative to learn tools on your own doesn’t just help you manage your chapter more efficiently—it builds your confidence and helps your team rely less on external help.

Tools to Master with YouTube Tutorials

These are some of the most helpful tools used by beginners today, and YouTube has excellent content for learning each one:

Wix

Build and maintain your chapter website with no coding required. Learn how to:

• Use templates
• Edit text, images, and menus
• Add new pages like events, resources, or contact forms
• Publish and update your site as your chapter grows

Mailchimp

Manage email communications and announcements. Tutorials can help you:

• Create a mailing list and signup form
• Design beautiful, branded emails
• Schedule event reminders and newsletters

Eventbrite

Host free or paid events with professional registration tools. Learn to:

• Create an event with date, location, and ticket types
• Add AMPP branding and chapter details
• Share registration links and track attendees
• Send event follow-ups and reminders

PayPal

Some chapters use PayPal as an alternative to Eventbrite for collecting payments. Tutorials will walk you through:

• Setting up a PayPal Business account
• Creating a "Buy Now" or "Donate" button
• Linking payments to events or services
• Generating payment links to share by email or on your website

Whether you're hosting a training course or collecting sponsorship fees, PayPal can be a straightforward, no-fuss option.

Canva

Design graphics, flyers, and social media content. You’ll find how-tos on:

• Creating chapter-branded visuals
• Using templates for events and announcements
• Designing email headers, logos, and print materials
• Downloading graphics for different platforms (web, print, social)

Watch the AMPP Webinar: Canva Made Simple: Create Flyers, Posts, and More for Your Chapter

Why It's Worth the Time

Spending a little time upfront to learn these tools will save you a lot of time later. Even better, it puts the power in your hands to:

• Do more in-house without relying on outside help
• Act faster when planning events or making updates
• Try new ideas that might have felt out of reach before
• Train others in your chapter to share the load
• Look professional to members, sponsors, and your community

You don’t need a marketing degree or expensive software. You just need YouTube and a willingness to click “Play.”

Final Thoughts

Every tool you learn is another way you can grow your chapter, promote your events, and serve your members more effectively. YouTube is a free, powerful resource to help you take action—even if you’ve never used these platforms before.

So don’t wait for the perfect time. Pick a tool, find a tutorial, and start building something amazing for your chapter today.

Note: The YouTube tutorials mentioned here are publicly available resources we’ve found helpful, but they were not created by AMPP. While we aim to recommend quality content, we can’t guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or security of third-party videos. We encourage you to use your best judgment, do your own research, and always verify that the information fits your chapter’s needs and aligns with AMPP guidelines.

Have question or need help getting started? Reach out to chapters@ampp.org. We are here to help!

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