Become a Member

How To Join CAAGS

To become a member of the California African American Genealogical Society, please download and complete a Membership Application and return it with your membership dues according to the instructions on the form. Get the latest Adobe Reader.  Membership Application form can be completed and submitted online to membership@caags.org, or printed and mailed to:  CAAGS, Attn: Membership, P.O. Box 8442, Los Angeles, CA 90008.

Or if you prefer, you may follow the instructions provided, complete and submit the form and membership dues payment online.  Visit Shop CAAGS to purchase membership online. CAAGS accepts the following forms of payments:

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Membership Categories and Dues

The official membership year runs from January 1 through December 31.

  • Student Membership – up to age 22 ($15)
  • Individual Membership ($30)
  • Family Membership ($35)
  • Libraries ($40)
  • Organizations ($40)
  • Charter Members are recognized as those who were the original members of the Society
  • Honorary Membership is presented for exceptional service to the Society or to the practice of genealogy, as recommended by the Board.
  • Lifetime Membership (currently suspended)

Membership Benefits

  • Access to CAAGS Members Only Area of the web site.
  • A copy of the Society’s Bylaws
  • Receive the Society’s general communications/notifications via mail or electronic means (meeting notices, minutes of meeting)
  • Receive copies of the Society’s current newsletter
  • A copy of the annual Membership Directory
  • Voting, making motion privileges and eligibility to hold an office are extended to Individual, Family, Lifetime, and Charter Membership categories

We regularly recognize those members making a significant contribution to the Society through citations, certificates of appreciation, and recognition at our meetings.

GIFT MEMBERSHIP

Consider purchasing and giving a gift membership.

  • Student Membership – up to age 22 ($15)
  • Individual Membership ($30)
  • Family Membership ($35)
  • Libraries ($40)
  • Organizations ($40)

Purchase the gift membership by completing the Membership Application form. Download the latest Adobe Reader.