Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A. Anyone who supports the mission of the NAACP, irrespective of race, religion, political affiliation or ideology can become a member of the association. Q. What is the general make-up of the St. Paul Branch? A. This branch's membership consists of all races and professions. The majority of this branches members are Caucasian. Q. How are the expenses associated with cost of operations covered? A. All NAACP branch"s depend heavily on business and individual contributions. Most of the branch's income is sent on to the National Office to support nationwide work..A small portion remains with the branch to help with administrative expenses. Q. Can young people join this organization? A. Yes, youth are encouraged to join. Q. Who are the people that perform the many duties involved with the branch's operation? A. Volunteers Q. When was the organization formed? A. The NAACP was founded in New York in 1909, making it the oldest Civil Rights organization in America. Q. How is the NAACP organized? A. The association is composed of thousands of branches and tens of thousands of volunteer members nationwide. There are currently 2,201 adult branches and 1700 youth and college branches. Q. Can the organization accept donations? A. Yes A. An adult membership cost $30.00 and includes the magazine Crisis. There are youth memberships for less, and there is also the opportunity to join at various levels or to become a life member. A. Immediately, you are a member once payment has been received. Q.What are some of the areas (committees) that are in the branch? A. Standing committees on Armed Services and Veterans Affairs, Community Coordination, Communications, Economic development , Education, Finance, Freedom Fund, Health, Housing, Labor and Industry, Legal Redress, Membership, Political Action, Religious Affairs, Youth Work, Press and Publicity, Website, Newsletter Publication, Ad Hoc Committees. A. Yes. Click to download
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