"*" indicates required fields NEW ENGLAND SOCIETY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORKAPPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP OVERVIEW The New England Society in the City of New York (NES), founded in 1805, is one of the oldest charitable organizations in the United States. Founded for the purpose of promoting “friendship, charity, and mutual assistance,” NES celebrates New England heritage through its charitable works and social activities. Its philanthropic focus is education and historic preservation. NES funds a Scholarship Program for New York City students attending colleges and universities in New England. Another signature program is the annual New England Society Book Awards, which recognize books of merit that honor New England and its culture. To be eligible for membership, applicants must demonstrate an affiliation with New England (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont) through Ancestry, Education or Residency. Ancestry shall mean that the potential member is a native or descendant of a native of any of the New England States. Education shall mean that the potential member attended a New England university, college, or boarding school. Residency shall mean that the potential member owns property or previously owned property, or lives in or has lived in one of the New England States. Applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria as stated above, may become Associate Members of NES by demonstrating an affinity for New England. Applicants must be proposed by two members in good standing who will serve as a Proposer and Seconder. Candidates must complete the attached application and Proposers shall write a letter on behalf of their candidates. In addition, applicants must also attend an Admissions Reception or meet with the Admissions Co-Chairs. Use the electronic form below to complete the application. 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QUALIFICATION(S) FOR MEMBERSHIPBirthplace*Date Of Birth* MM slash DD slash YYYY New England Ancestry (Family names and states):Education (University, college or boarding school and graduation year or dates attended):New England Residence (City, State and how long):Affinity for New England (for Associate Members):These questions will also be displayed in the Member Directory to help members network with each other.College/University and DegreeBusiness or ProfessionOther Clubs and Organization you belong to, Interests and/or CommentsNES COMMITTEE INTERESTSThe New England Society relies on the active participation of its members. Serving on a Committee is also a way to get to know the organization and its Members. Below is a selected list of NES Committees, please indicate which Committee(s) you would potentially be interested in: Admissions Book Awards Communications Fundraising & Corporate Outreach Juniors Membership & Marketing & Social Media Social Events Scholarship If you have special talents, hobbies, or contacts that could benefit NES, please indicate below.MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING Individual Membership - $140 Non-Resident Membership (100 miles outside of NYC) - $75 Junior Membership (under 40) - $75 Associate Membership - $140 Joint Membership - $225 Joint with - Name:Joint Family NameJoint Person's Email UntitledNES Member Proposing Application*NES Member Seconding Application*If you don’t yet have a proposer/seconder, we invite you to attend one of our events to get to know us better.Please indicate how long you have known the proposer and seconderProposer (# Years)*Seconder (# Years)*By typing your name in the Applicant's Name box and clicking on the submit button you are indicating an interest in NES and request for approval of membership.Applicant's Name*Annual Membership Dues are listed next to each Membership Category. There are initiation fees for all new Members. Please do not send payment with your application. NES will furnish an invoice upon approval of your Membership. NES is a 501(c)(3) organization and dues and contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.Check Box* Yes! Please notify me by email about special events, promotions, and other materials.*PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.