Al-Anon and Alateen Information Service of Grand Rapids Area

Overview

The Al-Anon and Alateen Information Service of Grand Rapids Area is a part of the international Al-Anon Family Groups organization. Al-Anon is a nonprofit mutual aid organization that supports individuals affected by another person's alcoholism. This local branch provides resources and meetings for families and friends of alcoholics in the Grand Rapids Area.

Purpose

The primary purpose of Al-Anon and Alateen Information Service is to offer a program of recovery and support for those who have been impacted by someone else's drinking. This includes providing a supportive environment for sharing experiences and applying the principles of the Al-Anon program to personal lives.

Structure

Locally, the organization operates under the broader structure of Al-Anon Family Groups, which consists of Groups, Districts, and Areas. Each Group within the Grand Rapids Area meets regularly to provide fellowship and support to its members. These Groups elect representatives who attend District meetings to discuss service activities and share information from the Area and World Service Office.

Activities

The Al-Anon and Alateen Information Service of Grand Rapids Area facilitates various meetings throughout the region. These meetings are open to anyone who has been affected by someone else's drinking, including friends and family members of alcoholics. Additionally, Alateen meetings specifically cater to younger relatives and friends of alcoholics, providing them with age-appropriate support.

Impact

By offering these support services, the organization helps individuals cope with the challenges of living with someone who has a drinking problem. It also encourages individuals to focus on their own recovery and healing, regardless of whether the alcoholic in their life seeks help.

Tax Status

The Al-Anon and Alateen Information Service of Grand Rapids Area is classified as a nonprofit organization, with an Employer Identification Number (EIN) that confirms its tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(3) entity.