Individual Membership

Membership Eligibility and Acceptance 

Any person who supports the purpose of the FACC may be eligible to become a member of the FACC. without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status. 

Membership is valid for 12 months from the date of approval. All applications are subject to approval by the Filipino American Council of Greater Chicago (FACC). FACC reserves the right, in its sole discretion, and for any lawful reason, to reject any application for membership. Membership is granted upon majority vote of the Board of Directors.

Individuals may apply for membership at any time during the year, and effective from date of approval. Your application must be complete and will not be processed until the check is received and cleared, so allow additional time for processing. If you are not accepted for membership, this amount will be refunded. Annual Membership Dues are subject to change.

General Membership Benefits

•  Membership Period: One (1) year
• Satisfaction of knowing that your gift will enrich Rizal Center's programming and services
• Discount for select FACC-sponsored workshops, performances, and programs
• Invitations to special member events
• Advance event notice
• Annual E-newsletter

Student - Any person matriculating in an educational institution pursuing candidacy for a degree (Associate or higher) may be eligible for membership as a Student Member.. A valid U.S. university/college 

ID must be presented to receive the discount. 

Senior Member - Any Member who has retired from professional life in a remunerative capacity and is age 60 or over may be eligible for Senior membership. Individuals in a Senior status may retain all rights and privileges previously held.  A valid U.S. ID must be presented to receive the discount. 

Military  - All active, veteran, retired, and reservist US Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard personnel are eligible. Join as a member of the FACC and get $10 off annual membership. This cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. A valid U.S. military ID must be presented to receive the discount. 

Family/Dual

Family Members may be two or more members of one family. Any or all of the members of such a family shall share the privileges of a single Individual Member.