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Become a Member

Membership in the League of Women Voters (LWV), 100 years strong and one of the most respected and effective nonpartisan grassroots organizations in the country, adds your voice to empowering women, educating voters and defending democracy. Everyone is welcome!

When you join the League of Women Voters of Kansas City, Jackson, Clay and Platte Counties, you are also joining the national, state and of course, our League.

How can I get involved as a member?

The League of Women Voters of Kansas City is an active organization that defends and promotes democracy in many ways. Here's what members are involved in. What would you like to do?

✔ register voters
✔ plan and host candidate forums before elections
✔ track and provide analysis of legislation to members and friends of the League
✔ advocate for laws consistent with League positions
✔ research, develop, or conduct informational presentations in the community
✔ get out the vote (GOTV) for every election
✔ publish VOTE411, the League's online voter guide, for every election in the four county area

✔ study local and state issues to develop or revise League positions
✔ join our book club and read about voting, women's rights and any other topics of current interest
✔ observe meetings of governmental bodies
✔ write, edit, and publish LWVKC's monthly newsletter, the eVoter
✔ update and maintain the League's website and other technical systems
✔ plan and coordinate LWVKC's monthly meetings
✔ recruit new members and help them find their place in the League

For current volunteer opportunities, visit LWVKC's Volunteering page.

What are membership dues?

▶ Individual Members: $75 per year is the recommended amount or pay what you can — as little as $20 per year.

▶ You can add a second member ($150 total for both recommended, $40 for both minimum), but they each will need to provide a unique email address.

▶ Life members: In appreciation of their dedication to democracy, Life Members (members for more than 50 years) are exempt from membership dues.

Where do my dues go?

Dues are distributed to three different Leagues.

▪ League of Women Voters of the U.S. (LWV) receives 33% of your dues.
▪ League of Women Voters of Missouri (LWVMO) receives 47%.
▪ League of Women Voters of Kansas City (LWVKC) receives 20%.

These three Leagues work together, so 100% of your dues are used to Defend Democracy and Empower Voters!

How do I join the League or renew my membership?

If you are new to the League or renewing your membership, click on the Join/Renew button.

Join/Renew

You may also view a short video that provides information on joining the League or renewing your membership.

You will receive an email reminder to renew one year after your last renewal that will include a link to renew on the LWVUS Member Portal.

How can I pay for my membership in the League of Women Voters?

You have three options for paying dues.

1. The preferred payment option is a direct bank transfer (ACH transfer), which minimizes fees. You’ll need your financial institution's routing number and your account number.

2. You also have the option to pay by credit or debit card.

3. If you prefer, you can pay by check.

▪ Print and complete the LWV membership form. Remember to include the name and email address of any additional household member included in the dues amount.
▪ Make your dues check payable to LWVUS.
▪ Mail your check and membership form to:

         League of Women Voters of Kansas City
         P.O. Box 10416
         Kansas City, MO 64171-0416

Additional information:

▪ You will receive an online confirmation and an email receipt for your payment.

▪ ONLY the local League portion of the membership dues will be tax-deductible. The email receipt will show the 20% of your dues going to our local League and can serve as your tax-receipt.

▪ Your membership dues payment will show up as three transactions on your account — one each to LWVKC, LWVMO, and LWVUS. You’ll be a member of all three!

How can I make a donation to LWVKC?

LWVKC provides many services to voters in Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties. These include voter registration, informational programs, voter guides, candidate forums, and much more. Check out LWVKC's 2024 Election Report to learn about our work. If you would like to support these local efforts, please make a donation directly to LWVKC. Thank you!

You will have the option to make a direct donation to LWVKC when paying your dues, or you can click on the Donate button below to make a tax-deductible donation to LWVKC.

Donate

You may also mail a check to LWVKC, P.O. Box 10416, Kansas City MO 64171-0416.

Questions?

LWVKC regularly offers new member orientation sessions you can attend to learn more about the League and the volunteer opportunities available. Contact us at membership@lwvkc.org if you have questions.