Frequently Asked Questions About Memberships
For general questions, please message us.
What are the benefits of a membership in MFS?
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Membership income provides a core base of funding for MFS to cover fixed or overhead costs for services that sustain the organization (advertising, bank fees, copying/printing, internet and website hosting, liability insurance, mailings/PO box rental, national memberships, PayPal and Square fees, supplies, equipment maintenance)
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Membership income helps keep dances affordable since we’re not relying completely on dance income to cover these organizational expenses.
Is a reduced-rate available for memberships?
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Yes! The Missoula Folklore Society offers a range of membership options including one for those with limited incomes. Please see the Membership page for details.
What are the benefits to the individual for membership in MFS?
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The primary member benefit of MFS is access to great programming.
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18 Contra Dances, 8 English Country Dances, 8 Swing Dances, the Bear Hug Mountain Festival and Jane Austen’s Night Out English Country Ball -- all hosted by volunteers who believe in a sense of community.
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Special MFS member events: potlucks, bonfires, etc.
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Individuals who support MFS with their membership feel a kinship with other MFS members. You can be proud of supporting dance programs that are fun, interesting and good exercise. These events build and foster social connection and a sense of community.
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Buying a membership in MFS is a vote of confidence in the ongoing efforts of folks who work hard to promote and host our events – especially our volunteers, dance coordinators, callers, bands, and sound crew.
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MFS events are only possible because of membership support and a team of volunteers, many of whom are members, who donate over 2,200 hours a year performing essential tasks for MFS events.
More questions?
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Consult the Missoula Folklore Society webpages; particularly the dance pages.
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Send us a message using our Contact Us! form.
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Reach out to someone in MFS or come to a dance and visit with others.
