Frequently Asked Questions

Below there are frequently asked questions arranged by category.

Family members or close friends are welcome at “open” A.A. meetings as observers.
No. Each A.A. entity — group, district, area, central office and GSO — provides a specific service and is autonomous. Contributions should be made…
Grapevine and La Viña are the international journals of Alcoholics Anonymous. A question often asked about Grapevine is whether or not it is “…
Members and groups who participate in A.A.’s tradition of self-support often say the amount they contribute is secondary to the spiritual connection…
Individual A.A. members and A.A. groups may make a contribution to benefit GSO online or by mail. In keeping with A.A.’s tradition of self-support,…
To help support A.A.’s essential services, the General Service Conference suggests that individual groups, through an informed group conscience,…
Asking for special favors because of A.A. membership is not in the spirit of the anonymity Traditions.
Alcohol is frequently a complicating factor in family life, magnifying petty irritations, exposing character defects, and contributing to financial…
This is entirely a personal matter, but it is usually best for all concerned to let the A.A. member decide who shall be told and when.
We publish 3 newsletters. You can read current and past issues on this website and subscribe on their individual pages.Box 4-5-9: GSO’s quarterly…