What does the 7th tradition mean?

What does the 7th tradition mean?

A.A.’s Seventh Tradition states: “Every A.A. group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions.” This means that only A.A. members contribute financially to A.A. – and even A.A. members are limited in the amount they can contribute.

How much prudent reserve should an AA group have?

one to three months
Prudent Reserver from the AA literature: There is no predetermined amount for such a reserve, but most groups try to put aside enough money to cover at least one to three months’ operating expenses.

How much do you give to AA?

It is suggested to donate $1 per year of sobriety, so if you are 10 years sober, send in $10 on your anniversary. You don’t have to use the free envelopes (you can donate online instead), but if you’d like one, talk to your DCM or any district officer / coordinator.

Where does AA get its funding?

AA receives proceeds from books and literature that constitute more than 50% of the income for its General Service Office. In keeping with AA’s Seventh Tradition, the Central Office is fully self-supporting through the sale of literature and related products, and the voluntary donations of AA members and groups.

What is the 7th Step Prayer?

My Creator, I am now willing that you should have all of me, good and bad. I pray that you now remove from me every single defect of character which stands in the way of my usefulness to you and my fellows. Grant me strength, as I go out from here, to do your bidding.

What are AA birthdays?

AA birthdays are the anniversary of the first day of sobriety.

What does prudent reserve mean?

A prudent reserve is an amount of money set aside that can be used to meet operational expenses if contributions decrease. The WSO has a policy for their prudent reserve “not to exceed one year’s operating budget plus outstanding liabilities plus one-time capital expenditures.”

Do AA speakers make?

Some circuit speakers have become extremely famous and are actually known throughout AA culture, such as Clancy, Bob Bisanz, Sandy Beach, and the duo, Joe and Charlie. Circuit speakers are not paid, but their transportation and boarding is generally paid for, even if they often are staying at another fellow’s house.

Why is tradition 7 important?

The Purpose of Tradition Seven It instills the principle of independence at the highest level so that it may serve as an example for its members. Further, by relying on internal donations from members, the message of self-reliance also assists with spiritual growth.

What is the color for sobriety?

Various colors are assigned to various lengths of sobriety. Typically, A.A. chips include: white to start or renew a commitment to sobriety; yellow for 30 days; red for 90 days; blue for six months; green for nine months; and a bronze chip for one or more years.

Is it OK to congratulate someone on sobriety?

Absolutely! Reaching a sobriety milestone, no matter how big, is an important and worthwhile accomplishment. As a friend or loved one of someone in recovery, your congratulations will likely be well-accepted, especially if you put careful thought and consideration into how you express it.

How much cash should a non profit keep on hand?

As a general rule of thumb, nonprofits should set aside at least 3-6 months of operating costs and keep the funds in reserve. Ideally, nonprofits should have up to 2 years’ worth of operating expenses in the bank.

How many days cash on hand should a church have?

Often, churches that try to build up reserves have a goal. We believe an appropriate benchmark for this ratio is between 40 to 80 days of annual cash expenditures on hand. A result of less than 20 days could be interpreted as a red flag.

How do I become a recovery speaker?

Market yourself. Send letters to organizations and schools that work with the drug abuse problem and that will be looking for a speaker. Introduce yourself in the letter and describe what you want to tell their audience. You may have a great story to tell, but it won’t help if no one knows about it.