Become a Member
All applications to become a member go through our three step review process.
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A small selection team will review the application, and schedule an interview with the applicant.
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The team who conducted the interview will meet with members of the Executive team and discuss their findings. The members will deliberate whether the applicant would be a good fit for the Foundation.
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The successful applicant will be asked to attend a general meeting, make a brief presentation on his/her interests, potential contribution and commitment. The applicant will then be inducted as a new member.
Please review the information on this page. If you’d like to apply to become a member, please visit our Contact page and fill in the form then we’ll reach out to schedule an interview.
Types of Membership
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Active membership is open to Jamaican-born individuals, or the descendants of Jamaican parents, grandparents, etc
They are entitled to all rights and privileges of the Foundation, are expected to attend meetings on a regular basis, serve on committees and contribute to the work of the Foundation.
Active members are required to pay annual dues as established by the Executive Committee.
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Associate members are those who do not qualify for active membership, however they may be linked as family/friend with someone of Jamaican descent.
They choose to support the work of the Foundation as goodwill ambassadors, such as promoting planned events and the work of the Foundation. They are committed to the work of the Foundation and meet all other requirements for membership.
They cannot be elected to serve as a member of the Executive Committee, but may serve on other committees within the Foundation with the right to vote on issues specific to the work of that committee.
Associate members are required to pay annual dues as established by the Executive Committee.
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Honorary members are members who were active for at least seven years in the Foundation and who, in the opinion of the Executive Committee, contributed to the mission, aims and objectives of the Foundation.
They cannot be an Executive Officer or a member of the Executive Committee. However, they can attend regular meetings and participate in discussion without the right to vote.
They can assist with special events and sit on other committees with the right to vote on issues specific to the work of that committee.
Honorary members may resume Active Membership status upon written request to the Executive Committee.
Message to Our Members
As always, thank you for your continued service to the Jamaica Foundation Hamilton. Your collaboration keeps the culture of Jamaica alive in Hamilton.
To pay without fees, please send an E-Transfer to finance@jamaicafoundationhamilton.org.
If E-Transfer is not an option, you may pay using the button below.
Please note that a 6% processing fee will be removed from your total donation amount.