Membership
Eligibility
You are eligible for an Active Membership if you are:
- The spouse of any active-duty, retired, or deceased military officer in the Monterey peninsula
- The spouse of any international military member assigned to the Monterey Bay region
- The spouse of any enlisted service member
- The spouse of a Department of Defense employee
Active members will be entitled to vote when present at any Monterey Bay Spouses Club (MBSC) general or business meeting. Active members may run for an elected office, serve as a member of the administration, participate in all MBSC-sponsored activities, and have access to the MBSC Membership Directory.
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Dues:
| 1 Year | $25.00 |
| 18 Months | $30.00 |
| 2 Years | $40.00 |
| 6 Months | $15.00 |
| Renewal (1 Year)* | $25.00 |
| International Spouse | Free |
*$25.00 for each additional year
Membership is free for the spouses of international students.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why does the Monterey Bay Spouse Club collect membership fees?
The Monterey Bay Spouse Club collects a yearly membership fee of just $25. These fees go towards:
- Events: Pays for member activities like card nights and craft nights.
- Club Operations: Covers important costs like website hosting and insurance.
- Non-Profit Status: Helps pay for accountants to keep us a non-profit.
- Scholarships: Supports scholarships for our members.
- Prizes: Provides prizes for winners of our activities.
- Fundraising Support: Covers initial costs for our fundraising efforts.
Does the Board get paid using membership fees?
No. The Monterey Bay Spouse Club Board is run by volunteers, so none of the membership fees go toward paying them. Your membership helps keep our club running smoothly and lets us offer great events for everyone!
Honorary Members
The President, with the approval of the Executive Board and General Membership, may invite individuals to become honorary members. Honorary members will be entitled to participate in MBSC-sponsored activities, and, on request, receive the MBSC directory. Honorary members will not vote, hold office, or serve as members of the administration. Honorary members shall not pay dues.
If you have any questions regarding membership please contact the MBSC Membership Chairperson: membership@mbosc.net.