Applicants will state that they are neither convicted felons nor dishonorably discharged from US Military service. All applicants will also state that their personal beliefs and lifestyle are not contrary to the US Constitution and Christian ethics as they sincerely conceive them. Applicants from Canada and overseas are welcome, subject to the same conditions. Upon the Officers' approval and verification of the application, the prospective Member will be invited to join. All fees will be set by the Officers and posted at the Society's Web site.
Enrollment is permanent but non-transferable.
The Member will receive a personalized certificate of membership on golden parchment, suitable for framing, as well as a four-issue subscription to the Winthrop Society Quarterly. Subscription to the Winthrop Society Quarterly will be thereafter voluntary, at a subscription fee determined by the Officers. The Participating Membership shall consist of the Charter Members and all other Members whose annual dues are paid and current. The number of such living Honorary Members shall not exceed 30. Associate status does not confer the Rights of Members described below, except as to the protection of their personal privacy.