On January 20, 1961, President-elect John F. Kennedy uttered his famous line, “My fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.” It opened many minds to the concept that the success or failure of any nation or venture lies in the hands of all of its members.

This line comes to mind often when I encounter new EDSers looking for help. When I ask if they are members of EDNF, they often ask “what’s in it for me?” or “what will I get out of joining?”

Read the rest of Liza Sauls' PDF about the value of membership here.