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Full membership: $150
$30 National membership dues
$10 District Membership dues
$10 Administrative Fee (covers printing, postage, bookkeeping, software, etc.)
$100 Local dues (Includes 10-12 events, programs, speakers and venue expenses)

The national dues sent to the American Advertising Federation is used, in part, to lobby for positive legislation affecting the advertising industry nationally. The national organization also produces "How To" books on local ad club operations, such as how to develop strong committees. A list of outstanding programs are cataloged for local ad clubs to book for their own meetings. The Tenth District portion is used at the state level for legislative issues. The local portion is used to supplement a budget for programs, newsletters, and other committee-supported operations.

Student Membership $60
$60 annually, (must provide copy of Student ID with application).
$30 National membership dues
$10 District Membership dues
$10 Administrative Fee (covers printing, postage, bookkeeping, software, etc.)
$0 Local dues (Waived for students)

Non-Profit Membership $75
$30 National membership dues
$10 District Membership dues
$10 Administrative Fee (covers printing, postage, bookkeeping, software, etc.)
$25 Local dues (Non-Profit Members receive a $75 discount)

Corporate Membership "A" $450 (A $580 value -for companies with 3-25 employees)
3 Members - one static individual membership and 2 flex memberships
1 Free ADDY entry fee with forwarding district fees for Gold
The break down:
$90 National membership dues (3 x $30)
$30 District Membership dues (3 x $10)
$30 Administrative Fee (3 x $10 -printing, postage, bookkeeping, software, etc.)
$300 Local dues (Speakers, Programs, Events and Venue)
$130 one free ADDY entry (with district forwarding for Gold)
- $130 Corporate “A” discount
Total $450

Each of the 3 corporate memberships will be issued to designated employees of the company. (Company business cards required with application.) However, the 2 flex memberships are transferrable and may be used for any other current employee of the company at any time for any local chapter event. This allows companies to selectthe employee that will most benefit from the monthly meeting to attend. It also allows for transference with staff changes. All correlating district and national memberships are not transferrable and will remain static to the original member application.

Corporate Membership “B”: $550 (An $860 value! For companies with 25+ employees)
4 Members - one static membership and 3 flex memberships
2 Free ADDY entry fee with forwarding district fees for Gold
The break down:
$120 National membership dues (4 x $30)
$40 District Membership dues (4 x $10)
$40 Administrative Fee (4 x $10 -printing, postage, bookkeeping, software, etc.)
$400 Local dues (Speakers, Programs, Events and Venue)
$260 two free ADDY entries (with district forwarding for Gold)
- $310 Corporate “B” discount
Total $550

Each of the 4 corporate memberships will be issued only to designated employees of the company. However, the 3 flex memberships are transferrable and may be used for any other current employee of the company at any time for any local chapter event. This allows companies to select the employee that will most benefit from the monthly meeting to attend. It also allows for transference with staff changes. All correlating district and national memberships are not transferrable and will remainstatic to the original member application.

Honorary Membership - Free
The club may award an honorary membership to anyone who has a close relationship with the club, is a retired member, a tireless volunteer, in financial need, a valued member of the community or for any other reason determined by the club. This membership is strictly a local membership and does not cover district or national membership.

Meals:
Purchasing a meal at monthly meetings is optional for everyone including members and visitors. For those who choose to eat there will be a charge at the door.
Members $10
Non- Members $15


Meal packages may be purchased in advance for the entire year at a cost of $80. This saves time at the door. Meal packages may be prorated from date of purchase at $8 per month. Unused meals are non-refundable and will contribute to the general fund for charitable giving and club expenses.

Renewal:
Membership renews each July and dues for the upcoming year are collected. Annual dues and meal packages will be prorated for members joining after July.


 

 

   
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