The Seventh Tradition: Supporting A.A. at Every Level

While group contributions help cover rent and basic expenses, the Seventh Tradition is essential at every level of A.A. service. It is both a privilege and a responsibility for members and groups to ensure the financial self-support of not only their home group, but also their:

• Intergroup / Central Office

• Local service committees

• District

• Area

• General Service Office (GSO)

This financial independence helps protect A.A. from outside influences and keeps us focused on our primary purpose: to help the alcoholic who still suffers.

“The amount of our contribution is secondary to the spiritual connection that unites all groups around the world.”

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How Your Contributions Help

Contributions to the Barrie and Area Intergroup allow us to:

• Operate a telephone Help Line 7 days a week

• Respond to Twelfth Step calls

• Provide official A.A. materials, literature, pamphlets, and medallions — including resources in multiple languages

• Maintain a stock of chips and medallions

• Support and serve District 8 groups in carrying the A.A. message to the alcoholic in need

We function as a service center dedicated to assisting newcomers and ensuring A.A. members have access to the tools and support they need.

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Spirituality and Self-Support

The Seventh Tradition is where spirituality and money mix. Bill W. reminds us that these two aspects of our recovery are inseparable. Every time we engage in Twelve Step work, we are investing our time and resources to carry a spiritual message.

Because A.A. is entirely self-supporting through our own contributions, we are reminded of this responsibility each time we gather to help another alcoholic.

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For Group and District Treasurers

If you’re a group or district treasurer, we encourage you to review the information on this page and share it with your group members. Understanding the importance of self-support ensures that A.A. can continue its vital work — today and for the future.