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| 7th Tradition |
| “The A.A. groups themselves ought to be fully supported by the voluntary contributions of their own members. We think that each group should soon achieve this ideal; that any public solicitation of funds using the name of Alcoholics Anonymous is highly dangerous, whether by groups, clubs, hospitals, or other outside agencies; that acceptance of large gifts from any source, or of contributions carrying any obligation whatever, is unwise. Then, too, we view with much concern those A.A. treasuries which continue, beyond prudent reserves, to accumulate funds for no stated A.A. purpose. Experience has often warned us that nothing can so surely destroy our spiritual heritage as futile disputes over property, money and authority.” |
| According to MG-15 Finance- The recommended contributions to Service Entities are 50% to your local Intergroup or Central Office 30% to the GSO 10% to your District 10% to your Area Committee |
| If you would like to read more information about AA Guidelines for Finance, you can download MG-15 by clicking here |
| Online SMIA Contribution |
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| Disclaimer: Online contributions from groups or individuals are subject to a 3% service fee. This fee will be absorbed by the SMIA. Your entire contribution will be recorded and published in whole. |
| Click the link below for SMIA Contribution Options |
| Mail-in Contributions |
| Please include your group number with all contributions. Your group number can be found at this link. Click Here |
| Southern Maryland Intergroup (SMIA) P.O. Box 767 Charlotte Hall, MD 20622 |
| General Service Office Post Office Box 2407 James A. Farley Station New York, NY 10116-2407 |
Maryland General Service |
| District 1 Trust Fund (Calvert) P.O. Box 234 Barstow, MD 20610 |
| District 35 (Charles) P.O. Box 1981 La Plata, MD 20646 |
| District 36 (St. Mary’
s)) P.O. Box 1334 California, MD 20619 |