Join or Renew Your Membership

Membership in the League of Women Voters, one of the most respected and effective grassroots organizations in the country, is open to men and women of all ages. Voting membership is open to those 16 years and older. When you join the League of Women Voters of Needham, you automatically become a member of LWV Massachusetts and LWV of the United States. You will receive their publications along with the LWV Needham Bulletin which is distributed on the first day of each month via email. As a member, you are adding your voice to a powerful force of members from all 50 states, Washington DC, and the Virgin Islands.

To join the League, click the Join/Renew button below to access the LWV Member Join/Renew Form.

If you are not able to complete your registration to the League of Women Voters please email membership@lwv-needham.org for assistance.

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Joining the League of Women Voters of Needham

This video will walk you through how to join or renew your membership at LWV. It also shows how to access and use the membership portal to update your profile information and view your past payments.

Types of Membership

  • There are no longer categories for “Additional Household Member” or “Student Member.” Both of these are considered “Individual Members.”
  • Life members: In appreciation of their dedication to democracy, Life Members (members for more than 50 years) are exempt from membership dues.

Membership Dues

  • The new system gives members the flexibility to pay what you can, with a minimum of $20 required.
  • Individual member dues: $75 per year is the recommended amount, or pay what you can ($20 minimum).
  • You can add a second member ($150 total for both recommended, $40 for both minimum), but each member requires a unique email address. “Additional Household Member” is no longer available.
  • Student Memberships at no cost are no longer available. Students may join as Individual Members at a minimum of $20.
  • Needham High School Club members should join through their Club leaders.

Making Payments

  • 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.
  • You also have the option to pay by credit or debit card.
  • You will receive an online confirmation and an email receipt for your payment.
  • If you prefer to pay by check, please make your dues check payable to: LWVUS.
    ○ Print and complete this membership form. (Please include the name and email address of any additional household member included in the dues amount.)
    ○ Mail your check and membership form to:
    League of Women Voters of Needham
    P.O. Box 920115
    Needham, MA 02492

Keep things simple by automatically renewing each year! Just select auto-renewal when you are paying your dues. You will have an opportunity to opt-out each year.

Making Donations

  • Do you want to make an extra donation in addition to paying your dues? Thanks – we appreciate it!
  • You will have the option to make a direct donation to the League of Women Voters of Needham when paying your dues, or you can donate directly to us on the DONATE page on our website.

Renewing Your Membership

You will receive an email reminder to renew 60 days prior to your renewal date, with a link to renew on the LWV Member Portal.
If you have signed up for auto-renew, you will get a reminder that your membership is automatically renewing.
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Accessing the LWV Member Portal
To update your contact information or view your past payments, go to the LWV Member Portal.
To log in to the portal:
● Enter the email address associated with your membership.
● You will be sent an email with a verification code to enter the code into the form.
(You do not need a password.)
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All League members are asked to enter the new portal to update their information.
Enter LWV Membership Portal

Questions About Membership

Who are the members?

Our members make a visible difference by serving as community leaders using their experience to create positive, lasting change in our communities.

Why should I join?

You will gain knowledge and experience through the study and discussion of timely and important topics. Through participation in League projects, you will contribute valuable service to the community. You will discover new interests, develop new skills and learn about crucial issues in your community. As you meet others in League who share your interests, you will make professional contacts and develop lasting friendships.

How much time does it take?

It’s up to you! Many members choose to support the League only with their annual dues. Your membership alone gives us the political influence needed to build a voice for citizens and a force for change. We cover a broad spectrum of issues and concerns; you may choose to become involved in one or more of them by actively participating in a group study, or listening to a panel of experts at a meeting or just reading about them in one of our publications.