Andy – How is Alcoholics Anonymous financed?Andy – How is Alcoholics Anonymous financed?
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Andy breaks down how Alcoholics Anonymous stays financially independent through member contributions in this episode of 'SoberQ'.
4:48•24 Dec 2023
Andy Reveals How Alcoholics Anonymous Stays Financially Independent
Episode Overview
- AA operates based on the principles outlined in Tradition 7, emphasizing self-support through voluntary contributions from members.
- The financing system involves the passing of a pot at AA meetings, with contributions allocated to local, national, and central service offices.
- Excess funds are allocated using a 60-30-10 system, benefitting the local area, central service office, and the General Service Office.
- The episode illuminates the significance of internal funding and the avoidance of external contributions in preserving AA's financial independence.
- Andy's insights offer a candid understanding of AA's financial backbone and its commitment to self-sufficiency.
“The whole organization is funded by its members; we take no outside contributions.”
Ever wondered how Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) keeps its doors open without outside funding? In this episode of 'SoberQ', Andy breaks down the financial backbone of AA. He dives into Tradition 7, which ensures AA remains self-supported through voluntary contributions from its members. Andy shares how these contributions are collected at meetings and distributed to local, national, and central service offices. He emphasizes the importance of keeping AA financially independent and explains how excess funds are used to benefit the fellowship.
If you're curious about the inner workings of AA's finances and want to understand how it stays true to its principles, this episode is a must-listen.
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