The A.A. Preamble
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who
share their experience, strength and hope with eachother
that they may solve their common problems and help others to
recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership
is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for
AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own
contributions.
AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics,
organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any
controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our
primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics
to acheive sobriety.
(C) 2011 reprinted with the permission of the AA
Grapevine, Inc. 
