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As you may know, last year Freegle established itself as an Industrial Provident Society.  This was made possible by the generous assistance of Co-operatives UK. It means that we have been able to formally retain our grassroots identity and democracy in decision making.   
As you may know, last year Freegle established itself as an Industrial Provident Society.  This was made possible by the generous assistance of Co-operatives UK. It means that we have been able to formally retain our grassroots identity and democracy in decision making.   


The way this works legally is that you pay a nominal fee to be a Member of Freegle.  Members each receive a share certificate and have a vote that can used in General Meetings and the AGM, as well for the election of the Directors who oversee the running of Freegle.
The way this works legally is that you pay a nominal fee to be a Member of Freegle.  Members each receive a share certificate and have a vote that can used in General Meetings and the AGM, as well as for the election of the Directors who oversee the running of Freegle.




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**The easiest and most reliable payment with no excess fees is by bank transfer.
**The easiest and most reliable payment with no excess fees is by bank transfer.
**Bank transfers should be made to Freegle Limited, Unity Trust Bank, Account No. 20339094, Sort Code 08 60 01.
**Bank transfers should be made to Freegle Limited, Unity Trust Bank, Account No. 20339094, Sort Code 08 60 01.
**Please email [[mailto:treasurer@ilovefreegle.org treasurer@ilovefreegle.org]] if you wish to discuss other payment options.
**Please email [mailto:treasurer@ilovefreegle.org treasurer@ilovefreegle.org] if you wish to discuss other payment options.
*Your share certificate with be emailed to you and you will be recorded on the Register of Members.
*Your share certificate with be emailed to you and you will be recorded on the Register of Members.


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====I’d like to know more about Membership and how Freegle works====
====I’d like to know more about Membership and how Freegle works====


We have a very comprehensive Wiki here at http://wiki.ilovefreegle.org.
We have a very comprehensive Wiki here (http://wiki.ilovefreegle.org).  


You may find the links below particularly useful:
You may find the links below particularly useful:
 
*What it means to be a Freegle Volunteer - [[Freegle Volunteer]]  
What it means to be a Freegle Volunteer - [[Freegle Volunteer]]  
*What it means to be a Member of Freegle Ltd - [[Freegle Ltd Membership]]
 
*The Rules that govern Freegle Ltd - [[Rules]]
What it means to be a Member of Freegle Ltd - [[Freegle Ltd Membership]]
*The Directors of Freegle Ltd - [[Freegle Board]]
 
The Rules that govern Freegle Ltd - [[Rules]]
 
The Directors of Freegle Ltd - [[Freegle Board]]
 


The place where General Meetings and Annual General Meetings will be held: [https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/FreegleUK-Central/]]
The place where General Meetings and Annual General Meetings will be held: [https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/FreegleUK-Central/]]
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Directors,br>
Directors,<br>
Freegle Limited
Freegle Limited



Revision as of 16:07, 10 February 2015

Invitation to become a member of Freegle Ltd


Dear Freegle Volunteer

As you may know, last year Freegle established itself as an Industrial Provident Society. This was made possible by the generous assistance of Co-operatives UK. It means that we have been able to formally retain our grassroots identity and democracy in decision making.

The way this works legally is that you pay a nominal fee to be a Member of Freegle. Members each receive a share certificate and have a vote that can used in General Meetings and the AGM, as well as for the election of the Directors who oversee the running of Freegle.


Who is eligible to be a Member of Freegle Ltd?

Anyone who:

  • Is over 16
  • Supports our Objects and is a Freegle group owner, moderator or other volunteer .
  • Has paid a subscription. This is the nominal amount paid by each Member for a share in Freegle Ltd - currently £1.


How do I become a Member?

  • Complete the Membership application form at [1]
  • Pay £1 subscription:
    • The easiest and most reliable payment with no excess fees is by bank transfer.
    • Bank transfers should be made to Freegle Limited, Unity Trust Bank, Account No. 20339094, Sort Code 08 60 01.
    • Please email treasurer@ilovefreegle.org if you wish to discuss other payment options.
  • Your share certificate with be emailed to you and you will be recorded on the Register of Members.


I’d like to know more about Membership and how Freegle works

We have a very comprehensive Wiki here (http://wiki.ilovefreegle.org).

You may find the links below particularly useful:

The place where General Meetings and Annual General Meetings will be held: [2]]


I have another question

Please email secretary@ilovefreegle.org for membership queries or directors@ilovefreegle.org for other queries.


Directors,
Freegle Limited

Freegle Limited is Registered in England as an Industrial and Provident Society for the Benefit of the Community.
Registration no: 32410R