Member information guide
A society or association may be defined as a relationship between persons carrying out an activity for the benefit of the group, such as a society, organisation, strata, social club, charity, not for profit organisation, incorporated body, or co-operative. These types of groups will usually have a governing “committee” for such groups comprising of president/chair, treasurer and secretary.
What do I need to open a membership for a society or association?
To set up a membership and accounts for your society or association, you will need to provide copies of the following documents:
Prepare your documents
You will need to provide a copy of minutes from your last committee meeting stating:
- The membership and account is to be opened at BCU Bank.
- The committee members to be added as authorised signatories.
- How many signatures will be required to operate the account i.e. will transactions require one or two signatures.
- Signed by at least two named signatories.
Attend a branch
All signatories are required to open a personal membership with BCU Bank to be linked as a signatory on the Society of Association Membership. You can do this by attending a branch with the required documents and primary photo identification or by returning certified copies (including certification form) to: PO Box 1563, Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450.
Complete a request form
Complete and sign a non-personal membership application form and finalise your membership.
Is the society or association an incorporated body?
You will also need to provide:
- A copy of your rules or constitution.
- A certificate of Incorporation.
Is your society or association a not for profit?
You will also need to provide:
- Confirmation of registration from the Australian Charities and Not For Profit Commission.
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