Frequently Asked Questions

If I come to AA or Al-Anon meetings does this along make me a ‘Member of the Club?” 
No. You are a member of the AA or Al-Anon group you are attending; you belong to the Alano Club only if you apply for membership & pay dues.

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What is an Alano Club Membership?  

Because AA and Al-Anon traditions keep us from engaging in business or owning property, the Alano Club is a separate entity.  Alano Club members make dues and/or donations as a contribution towards the operating budget of the club, over and above the contributions he/she makes at group meetings when the basket is passed.

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Must I pay Alano Club dues to come to AA or Al-Anon meetings?  
No.  You are ALWAYS welcome at meetings for which you meet the groups’ qualifications.  

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Does AA have information on the relationship between AA and Clubs?
Yes.  The General Service Office has a set of AA Guidelines titled Relationship Between A.A. and Clubs. These guidelines provide valuable experience and information. A copy can be found on the AA website.

There have also been several General Conference recommendations regarding clubs including:

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• Conference members agreed that clubs should not use the A.A. name,

• Should be organized apart from A.A., 

• Rather than accept money from outside sources, should be supported by membership dues and individual contributions from club members. 

• G.S.O. does not accept contributions from clubs. 

• Clubs are not listed in A.A. Directories. However, groups that meet in are listed in the Directories.