Membership & Leadership

Service. Governance. Community.

“In proportion as one renders service, he becomes great.” — Booker T. Washington

✨ Why Join the Friends?

Our membership forms a robust support network that is essential for executing our initiatives and achieving our mission. By becoming a member, you directly contribute to the preservation of the Booker T. Washington National Monument and help us amplify Washington’s inspiring legacy for future generations.

Your Impact as a Member:

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Support Preservation

Assist in protecting and preserving the resources at the National Park.

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Empower Students

Help fund our expanding scholarship program for area high school students.

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Engage the Community

Enable enriching programs, such as Juneteenth, the Freedom Walk, and the Booker Book Club.

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Advocate for Legacy

Increase public awareness and appreciation of Washington’s extraordinary contributions to education, agriculture, and health.

Membership Levels

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Youth

$5.00

For students and youth members under 18.

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Individuals

$15.00

Annual membership for one adult. Includes voting rights at meetings.

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Family

$25.00

Includes membership for two adults and children in the same household.

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Organizations

$60.00

For businesses, non-profits, and community groups wishing to support the mission.

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Important: Membership runs from July 1 to June 30th each year.
After purchasing online, please complete this form with the instructions provided.

Prefer to Join by Mail?

You can also become a member by mailing a check payable to "Friends of BTWNM".

Friends of Booker T. Washington National Monument
P.O. Box 755
Hardy, VA 24101

Membership Application

Please include your Name, Address, Email, and Membership Level in the memo or on a separate note.

👔 Officers and Members

“The world cares very little what you or I know, but it does care a great deal about what you or I do.” — Booker T. Washington

The Board of Directors is the governing body of FBTWNM, consisting of 9 to 15 voting members.

2025-2026 Officers

President Dr. Barbara Board
Vice President Vacant
Recording Secretary Shawna Banks
Corresponding Secretary Marsha Melkonian
Treasurer Kelli Preston
Member Emeritus Kenneth Morris, Jr.
Ex Officio James Bailey
(Superintendent, BTWNM)

Members-at-Large

Jordan Bell, Odette Board, Brian Hairston, Kaye Hancock, Taft Kelly, Dr. Margie Lee, Marie Preston, Rev. Dr. Kirby Spivey III, Amanda Spivey, John Williams, and Darnell Wood.

🗓️ Meeting Information