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The Monticello Association is a non-profit organization of lineal descendents of Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United Sates, who was also the designer, builder, owner and principal resident of Monticello. The Association’s purposes are stated in Article II of its Constitution. Somewhat abbreviated, they are:
A. (1) To preserve and care for the graves and grounds of the Monticello graveyard, (2) to protect and perpetuate the reputation and fame of Thomas Jefferson and, (3) to encourage association and friendship among Mr. Jefferson’s descendents;
B. To defend the property rights of the lineal descendants of Col. T.J. Randolph as owners of the original Monticello graveyard; and
C. To affirm the right of the descendants of Thomas Jefferson to burial in the addition to the Monticello graveyard as provided in the covenant under which the property was deeded.
There are two major categories of membership in the Association:
- Regular Membership is open to any lineal descendant of Mr. Jefferson upon receipt of a completed application and annual dues. Dues are $40 per year. Adults ages 18 – 25 are eligible for reduced dues of $25. There are no dues for children under age 18. Life membership (regular) is available for the lump sum of $500.
- Associate Membership is offered to adopted and stepchildren, and to spouses of regular members if such persons show interest in the Association by attendance at meetings, by correspondence with the Secretary, or by monetary contributions. No dues are assessed.
Membership applications forms may be obtained from the Secretary. Nominations for election to Associate Membership are to be sent to the Secretary, preferably in writing and by the concerned regular member. Elections are held at the annual meeting.
Membership is suspended for regular members who fail to pay dues, and for Associate members who demonstrate no interest during three consecutive years.Regular members are reinstated upon payment of current dues; Associate members must be re-nominated and re-elected.
The Association is qualified to be the recipient and/or beneficiary of gifts, estates, trusts, etc. and has had an Endowment Fund since 1953, to be the receiver of any such funds collected. We are a tax-exempt organization under Section 501 C-13 of the Internal Revenue Code, and are classified as a non-profit organization. Contributions made to the Monticello Association (e.g. annuals dues, annual contributions in excess of annual dues, and other contributions such as memorials) are generally deductible for federal income tax purposes. If you wish to make a significant contribution in excess of annual dues, the Association is happy to discuss with you methods of doing so. The Association does not provide tax or legal advice and recommends that you consult with a qualified tax advisor for matters pertaining to your specific situation.