So you want to join the committee. Well this is a bold move and we welcome you with open arms. The first thing that you need to be is a full member. If this is you, then all you need to do is get nominated. This is a simple process. Each year, there will be a nomination luncheon or a call for nominations. This is usually around September/October. You just have to fill out an application and get that supported by another member and you are away. On the last Monday in February, we will hold the AGM at which time the nominations will be voted upon. If you are successful, then you will take hold of your position immediately. 

If you are taking over an Executive Position like President or Vice President, then there will be plenty of support with the hand over. You will officially be sworn into office at the Annual Banquet. If you are interested in electing for committee, please send an email to our Queen Bee Susie Smither – president@alva.org.au

ALVA is a non profit organisation which relies on income from rental properties, functions and the generous support of members and the wider community . This allows us to continue helping many entertainers and other members of the community who unexpectedly find themselves in need of assistance.

Over the years, ALVA has been involved with many supportive businesses. Tony Packard generously donated cars for the Art Union fundraising events, and Darrell Lea was always a major supporter with the late Jason Lea being very much apart of our events. Many businesses in the hospitality industry and the fashion industry have supported us by providing major prizes and auction items and Hardy’s Wines continues to donate champagne every year for our major events, thanks to our Patron Lady Joan Hardy. These donations were usually arranged through the connections made by committee members.

ALVA is always interested in building relationships with businesses and can offer a number of options to enable you to support us in an effective and sustainable way. Matching events with specific businesses, sponsoring Auction items and single fundraisers, and there is also the option to address our members at a number of luncheon fundraisers.

ALVA has had the pleasure of working with some of Australia’s much loved businesses. Please take some time to visit our Sponsors – past and present. For further information about connecting your business with the vital work by ALVA Inc, contact Susie Smither, ALVA President by emailing  president@alva.org.au

How to Become a New Member.

It is through the support of our Membership through the attendance at our functions and donations that we can carry on all of our Benevolent Work!

Membership requirements:

• Full Member – Must be or have been an entertainer, or must be currently married to a full time entertainer.  Fees: first year $40, annual renewal $20 (open to females only)
• Associate Member – these members do not need to be entertainers but they do need have a genuine interest in the entertainment industry. They can be friends and relatives of entertainers. These applicants need to attend ALVA Functions for at least 12 months before applying for membership. Fees: first year $35, annual renewal $15 (open to females only)
• Life Member – only open to Full members. One time Fee: $200
• Forty Year Fellowship – this is a yearly donation of $40. It was introduced in our 40th Anniversary Year. It is open to anyone wishing to support this amazing organisation. (open to males and females)

Joining process: To become a member of ALVA, simply fill out a membership form – ALVA membership application form –  and either email to us or send a copy to PO Box 30, Ramsgate NSW 2217. 

Your application will be tabled at the next committee meeting and we will contact you as soon as it has been processed.