2024 Membership Guideline

The following info outlines the details about the existing membership requirements and guidelines updated and approved by the FOBANA Membership Committee in 2024. 

Please see the details below:

 (i) New Membership application.

(ii) Exiting Members renewal.

(iii) Documents and Fees required for voting eligibility.

(Vi) Fee required for cultural performance.

* The election commission will send further communication about the AGM and election date. 

* The last day to renew or apply for a new membership is May 31, 2024 Midnight (ET).
* The last day with a $100 penalty for new membership or renewal is June 30, 2024 Midnight (ET).

* All member organizations must pay $250 host registration fees to the EC by July 15, 2024, to be eligible to vote and perform in the convention, and with a penalty ($100) it’s July 31, 2024 (no exceptions).

* All membership and host registration fees must be paid to the FOBANA Treasurer as per our operating procedure without any exceptions.
* The Membership Review Committee reserves the right to determine your membership eligibility (for new members) and voter eligibility.

 Documents Required for New Members Application:

 1.       Full completion of this membership form with fee.

 2.       Copy of State Registration or Certificate. Showing “Active.” 

 3.       Copy of the Organization’s Constitution/ Bylaws and

 4.        Article of incorporation.

 Documents Required for Existing Members Renewal Only:

 1.       A Complete Membership Form with the fee.

 2.      Proof of State registration status showing “Active.” 

Documents and Fees Required for Voting Rights for Qualified Voters:

1. Proof of the existing bank account. ( Pay the fee with PayPal, pay with an org check / provide a copy of Organization Check or provide a copy of the current account statement.)

2. A $250.00 Voting Registration Fee.