7th Tradition Contributions
7th Tradition Contributions
Contributions and Self-Support
The Seventh Tradition states: “Every A.A. group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions.” While contributions cover each group’s rent and other expenses, the Seventh Tradition is essential at every level of A.A. service. It is both a privilege and a responsibility for groups and members to ensure that not only their group but also their intergroup/central office, local services, district, area, and the General Service Office remain self-supporting. In keeping with A.A.’s Seventh Tradition of self-support, we accept contributions only from A.A. members.
Where Money and Spirituality Mix
Members celebrate sobriety by giving time, energy and money in support of our Twelfth Step—carrying the message—the basic service that the A.A. Fellowship offers. Members ensure that group expenses are paid by putting money into the basket passed at each meeting. It is each member’s responsibility to support the services that have been requested by the A.A. Fellowship, to help facilitate A.A.’s vital Twelfth Step. Contributions are made in a spirit of sacrifice, and they honor A.A.’s code of “love and service.” Contributions also underscore the spiritual nature of our Fellowship and our mutual love and trust. We have found that these contributions are as important to each member as they are to the service centers supported.
Online Contributions
You will need your A.A.W.S. Group Number for your Group Contribution. Click the button to look it up. Please note it and then proceed to the Contribution page. If you do not see your group listed, email the DCM.
Mailed Contributions
Area 58, District 33 (Oregon)
5331 S Macadam Ave
Ste 258 PMB 1096
Portland, OR 97239-3871
Please include the group’s name and number on the check. If you do not know the group’s number, look it up here.
Additional Contribution Information
If you would like to make contributions to our Central Office, Area 58, District 33, General Service Office, please consider using the following:
Suggested Group Contributions 7th Tradition
| Percent | Sent To | Sent By (Attach Check) |
| 10% | Portland Area Intergroup 825 NE 20th Ave., Suite 200 Portland, OR 97232 |
(Check payable to: Portland Area Intergroup) |
| 10% | Westside Central Office 6950 SW Hampton Street #117, Tigard, OR 97223-8330 |
(Check payable to: Westside Central Office) |
| 20% | Area 58, District 33 5331 S Macadam Ave Ste 258 PMB 1096 Portland, OR 97239-3871 |
(Check payable to: Area 58 District 33) |
| 30% | Area 58 Oregon Area General Service Committee 1900 NE 3rd St, Ste 106-172 Bend OR 97701 |
(Check payable to: Oregon Area 58 General Service Committee) |
| 30% | General Service Board PO Box 2407 James Farley Station New York, NY 10116-2407 |
(Check payable to: General Service Fund A.A. Please put Group # on check) |
Most meetings divide their contributions based on a formula decided by their Group Conscience. Below is a sample of generally accepted distributions by another group outside our District 33.
Contributions/Financials
A.A. is self-supporting through our own contributions. The district depends on contributions from individual members and A.A. groups. Here you will find information about how to contribute online or send in contributions, as well as links to our Financial Reports.
General Service
The General Service Office serves as a hub of information between A.A. Groups and is the home of A.A. World Services, which oversees the publication and distribution of all A.A. literature. Here you will find information about the yearly General Service Conference, where information is shared between Areas, World Services, and the General Service Office regarding current issues, policies, and literature updates.
District 33
District 33 is an online District that is part of the AA service structure that links all A.A. information in Area 58 of the General Service structure. Find the latest A.A. news in our DCM Newsletter, information about our meetings and events, standing committees and our policy documents.
GSR
General Service Representatives are the link in the chain of communication between our groups, the General Service Conference, and the world of A.A. Here you will find the online link to the GSR Kit containing various pamphlets and service manuals to help better understand the service structure of A.A.
Corrections
The AA Corrections Committee helps carry the message of Alcoholics Anonymous into correctional facilities, reaching people who often have little or no access to AA. Many incarcerated individuals are seeking a new way of life, and AA offers hope through recovery, personal responsibility, and one alcoholic helping another.