Principles of Affiliation
In order to ensure all affiliates are in sound legal and fiscal health, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics requires adherence to the annual Principles of Affiliation submission requirement. In June of each year the Affiliate Relations team will email the President and Executive Director of each affiliate with the link to access the submission site along with log in information and detailed instructions. The Principles of Affiliation are due August 31st annually.
The Principles of Affiliation process serves the following purposes:
- Clarify the legal and fiduciary responsibilities between the Academy and the affiliate.
- Limit exposure of the organization, officers, directors and members to legal and financial liabilities.
- Ensure compliance with the law.
- Promote and protect the integrity and interests of the Academy and the affiliates through the establishment of consistent business practices.
Principles of Affiliation Submission
Each year, the affiliate must submit the following items via an online submission site. All affiliates must submit required documents via the online submission, as specified in the Principles of Affiliation Agreement, in order to obtain the 20% dues rebate from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Rebates will be held until an approved submission is completed. Learn more about affiliate rebates.
- Proof of Good Standing from the state the association is incorporated in or a copy of the most recently filed annual report filed with the state of incorporation.
- A copy of federal (IRS form 990, 990EZ, or 990 Postcard) and state income tax filings for affiliate and foundation (if applicable).
- Principles of Affiliation Agreement signed by the president and treasurer. (The agreement will be completed via online submission. The attachment is posted for you to reference in preparation of completing the online assessment.)
- Affiliate Annual Assessment completed and signed by the president and treasurer. (The assessment will be completed via online survey. The link is posted to help you collect the data in preparation of completing the online assessment.
- Copy of the current bylaws.
- Copy of district internal or external agreement**.
**If the affiliate has transitioned to regions, an internal or external district agreement does not need signed. Please notify the Affiliate Relations Team of the change in structure if the information has not already been shared.