Membership FAQs
Updated 2025
When was the last time dues were increased?
2013 & 2024
Can I join or renew online and have my government send a check?
Online payments are preferred. However, when renewing online you can choose to pay by credit card or send check. Checks must be received on or before February 28 to assure your membership does not lapse. When you join by completing the online application, your membership will be activated as soon as payment is received. When you complete the online renewal form on the IGFOA website, please print the confirmation page and enclose it with your check to make sure your payment is properly credited.
If you need to send a check, IGFOA's mailing address is Illinois Government Finance Officers Association, P.O. Box 736692, Chicago, IL 60673-6692.
I have submitted my renewal payment but continue to receive renewal notices.
Payment processing can take at least 10-15 business days. In the meantime, if you’ve received a renewal notice, please know that this may be due to processing delays.
What population figure determines a government's dues?
The population of the taxing body as of the most recent U. S. Census.
Should a school district use student population for calculating dues?
School districts use the U.S. Census Bureau most recent estimate of population for the entire taxing district.
How much did I pay last year?
Please check your records or sign-in and go to Your Profile then choose Review Your Payments to see your IGFOA transaction records. Can't find the information? Contact info@igfoa.org.
Whose membership is included in the government's dues?
Each government can select the person to be listed as the primary member for that government. Typically, this is the CFO, Finance Director, Business Manager or similarly titled position, however there is no restriction as to what position is designated as the primary member. The primary member will have access to all membership renewal information after signing into their account. In the event the primary member or additional member(s) leaves his/her employment, the individual's membership remains with the government entity that paid the dues and will be transferred to another individual as named by the government entity.
Not every IGFOA member in my government received a renewal notice, what should I do?
Initial dues renewal notices were emailed to the primary member in each government to coordinate the membership renewal process for all staff in that government. If you wish to add additional members to your government membership throughout the year, please add them through the online application or use the membership application/renewal form.
How many additional members can a government have?
There is no limit on the number of additional members from any one government.
How will I know if my government is a member?
Email info@igfoa.org for the most current renewal status.
When are renewal payments due?
Dues renewals are due by January 31, but no later than February 28 of each year to assure your membership and benefits do not lapse.
I want to register for an upcoming webinar or seminar, but my government will not be cutting a check for dues until the next check run - can I still sign-up for the IGFOA Member rate?
Yes, however note that if your dues payment is not subsequently received you will be invoiced for the difference between the IGFOA Member rate and applicable non-member rate.
How can I switch to retired membership status?
To retain or request retired member status, please complete the Retired Membership Formand return to the IGFOA by email at info@igfoa.org.
Do I need to reapply for retired status every year?
No, renewal is not required. However, you must notify IGFOA if you no longer qualify for retired member status—for example, if you return to the workforce.
More questions or concerns about IGFOA public sector dues?
Contact the IGFOA at info@igfoa.org or call us at (630) 942-6587.