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Welcome, Everyone!
Welcome, Everyone!
As a member, you will
As a member, you will
Get civic information you can trust
Add to our grassroots strength and our financial resources
Participate in local, state, and national League work
Be part of the solution
Membership Facts Below!
New Membership Process for 2025
The League of Women Voters has moved to a new membership platform as of February 2025. To understand the new system, watch this video: Video: LWV Membership for 2025
Membership Dues
Membership Dues
Individual members: It is recommended that you pay $75 per year, or you can pay what you can ($20 minimum).
You can add a second member ($150 total for both recommended, $40 for both minimum), but each of you will need to provide a unique email address.
Life members: In appreciation of their dedication to democracy, Life Members (members for more than 50 years) are exempt from membership dues.
Note: Memberships can be purchased for $20 but if a problem you may be eligible for a scholarship. Email membership@lwvncsmc.org and ask to join our League.
Note: Memberships can be purchased for $20 but if a problem you may be eligible for a scholarship. Email membership@lwvncsmc.org and ask to join our League.
The preferred payment option is a direct bank transfer (ACH transfer), which minimizes fees. You’ll need your financial institution's routing and account numbers to make this transfer.
You also have the option to pay by credit or debit card.
Keep things simple by automatically renewing each year! Just select auto-renewal when you are paying your dues.
Option 1: Join or Renew Online
Option 1: Join or Renew Online
Clicking the Join/Renew button below will take you to the LWV Membership Website for new and renewals.
Option 2: Send a check by mail
Option 2: Send a check by mail
Fill out the form below, make the check out to LWVUS, print and mail a check to us at
League of Women Voters of North and Central San Mateo County (or LWVNCSMC)
444 Peninsula Ave, Suite 100
San Mateo, CA 94401
Update Your Membership Information
Use the button below to log in to the LWV Member Portal to update your contact information, automatic billing, subscriber preferences, and more.
Membership FAQs
Membership FAQs
I'm not sure I'm in the right place. How can I be sure this is my local League?
Our League serves the people of San Mateo, Foster City, Burlingame, Hillsborough, Millbrae, San Carlos, Belmont, Brisbane, Colma, Daly City, Pacifica, San Bruno, South San Francisco, Half Moon Bay, El Granada, Moss Beach, Montara, La Honda, Pescadero, and other unincorporated areas In North and Central San Mateo County, California.
If you are unsure whether this is your League, contact us at info@lwvncsmc.org for help.
Do I need to join the League of Women Voters of the U.S. in order to join my local League?
When you join your local League, you automatically become a member of your state League and the national League. There is no need to join multiple Leagues to participate at all levels.
I see the value of League membership, but the $75 membership fee is too much for me right now. Do you have scholarships available?
The membership fees have changed for 2025. The suggested annual membership is $75, but you can join for as little as $20. Thanks to generous donors, we have some funds available for scholarships. Please contact the president at president@lwvncsmc.org to request scholarship support.
I'm not a U.S. citizen, but I live here. Can I join?
Yes, the League welcomes those who are not citizens.
Is there a minimum age for League membership?
Yes, to join the League, you must be 16 years old.
I'm not a "woman voter." Can I still join?
We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. If you share our values, you are welcome!
I live outside your area but want to participate in your League. Can I join?
Yes, you can join a League other than the one in your area, or you could join more than one. Once in a while, due to the boundaries of special districts or some other concern, members choose to join a League other than the one where they reside.
Are my membership dues tax-deductible?
The League of Women Voters of North & Central San Mateo County is a 501(c)3 organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. Our EIN is 94-2267196.
The League of Women Voters of North & Central San Mateo County is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Your contribution, including your membership fee, is tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. Our Federal tax ID is 94-2267196.
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