The Seventh Tradition of 
Alcoholics Anonymous: 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. — Tradition Seven (long form) It is up to your informed group conscience to decide how each group will distribute funds. Possible divisions to consider are:
60% to District 30% to Area 10% to General Service Office; or 50% to District 30% to Area 20% to General Service Office; or 40% to District 30% to Area 30% to General Service Office
If you have questions or concerns, email the District 14 Treasurer at:
district14treasurer@aahmbny.org,
or the District 14 DCM (District Committee Member) at:
Please Send Checks to:
District 14:
HMB District 14
P.O. Box 494
Schenectady, NY 12301
Area 48:
HMB Area Association Ship & Copy
118 Polar Plaza #114
Amsterdam, NY 12010
General Service Office:
General Service Office (make check out to: “General Service Board)
PO Box 459
Grand Central Station
New York NY 10163
Preaddressed group contribution envelopes are available from the General Service Office ALWAYS write your Group Number on your check. If you aren’t sure what your group number is, email the District 14 Records Chair at: