Thomas Family Membership

Becoming a contributing member of the Thomas Family Group is about more than just attending a single reunion – it’s a commitment to our shared legacy, growth, and continuous support of one another.

What Are Membership Dues?

• Membership Dues: A $50 annual payment (due by May 15 each year) for family members aged 18 and older.

• Why This Matters: These dues are separate from your reunion registration fees—even if you’re not attending the reunion this year, dues ensure our family’s year-round initiatives thrive.

How Does This Differ from Reunion Registration Fees?

• Reunion Registration: Covers specific event costs for the annual gathering (e.g., meals, venue spaces, T-shirts). Typically $125 per adult, $50 for children, and free for those under 5 or over 80.

• Membership Dues ($50): Supports broader family initiatives that operate all year long, not limited to the reunion dates. Anyone can pay these dues even if they’re not attending this year’s reunion, because the benefits extend far beyond a single weekend event.

Where Do Your Dues Go?

• Genealogical Research & Ancestry Tools: Funding subscriptions for ongoing genealogy work (e.g., Ancestry.com, record searches). Helping us uncover, document, and preserve our family history.

• Online Platforms & Communication Channels: Covers costs like website hosting, domain renewals, digital communication tools, database management, and marketing platform fees. Ensures we can stay connected across states and countries.

• Emergency Benevolence Fund: Offers short-term financial assistance for family members facing sudden hardships (health, loss, etc.). Provides a support safety net for those in urgent need.

•  Scholarship Funds: Dues help create small grants or awards for younger relatives (e.g., graduates, academic achievements, new certifications). Encourages educational and professional development within our family.
• Family Projects & Future Innovation: Upkeep on genealogical data, expansions to our membership database, new engagement ideas to keep the family bonded. Seeds future endeavors that benefit everyone, such as workshops, wellness programs, or mentorship networks.