Become a Member
Membership in the Sababu Fund is an inclusive opportunity available to all Sierra Leoneans living in the diaspora, reflecting our commitment to unity and engagement across borders. While our current focus centers on residents of the United States of America, we aspire to expand our outreach globally, welcoming individuals from diverse geographic locations to join our mission of positive impact and community empowerment.
Why Join Sababu Fund?
Members join a family that offers the chance to make a positive impact, find personal fulfillment, develop valuable relationships, build meaningful connections, and contribute to a greater good through flexible, creative, and community-driven work.
How it works
Register
- • Complete online application form
- • Submit required documents
- • Receive notification of the decision
Membership
- • No regular monthly dues
- • Renew membership annually
- • Participate in biannual meetings
- • Get involved in initiatives
Contribute Dues
- • Pay within one week of event
- • Amount depends on membership type
- • Funds assist with funeral expenses
Help Others
- • Volunteer and offer assistance
- • Stay informed about events
- • Connect with fellow members
Who can join
In order to gain membership into the Sababu Fund, prospective members must satisfy one of the specified conditions outlined by the organization. This requirement ensures that individuals seeking membership meet certain predefined criteria set forth by the fund.
Nationality
Sierra Leonean by birth or dual citizen of Sierra Leone.
Heritage or Origin
Ancestral connection and heritage from Sierra Leone parents.
Membership by Marriage
Foreign national that is married to Sierra Leonean.
Affiliate Membership
Membership extended to other nationals by affiliation. Subject to board approval.
What You Need To Join
Beyond the aforementioned categories, applicants are required to meet or possess the following minimum requirements upon application.
- You are at least 18 years old
- Has legal residency in the United States of America
- Has a verifiable government issued identification (drivers license, passport)
- Has a Social Security number
- Has a verifiable source of income
- A flat $50.00 non-refundable registration fee per household
Join us Today!
- 1.Click "Sign up" on any membership type
- 2.Complete the online application form
- 3.Pay your registration fee via integrated payment
- 4.Submit your application for review
Persons under the age of 26 years may be admitted under parental account and treated as dependent(s).
Membership Type
The Sababu Fund offers membership categories tailored to individual family structures or household types, accommodating the specific needs of each prospective member.
Single
Member type for young adults who are single and without dependents.
- 18 years or older
- US legal resident
- Has social security number
- Is married
- Has dependent(s)
Family
Ideal membership for married applicants, whether they have dependents or not.
- 18 years or older
- US legal resident
- Has social security number
- Is married
- May have dependents (children, relatives, parents)
Single Family
Recommended for single parent household who has dependent(s).
- 18 years or older
- US legal resident
- Has social security number
- Is Married
- Has dependent(s) (children, parents, relatives)
Senior Citizen
Perfect for individuals who have reached retirement age, whether married or not.
- 67 years or older
- US legal resident
- Has social security number
- Married or not
- May have dependents
Dependent Policy
Funeral and memorial event contribution amounts are managed in admin settings and reflected here automatically. These rates determine each member's household-based contribution when a claim is opened.
For individuals enrolled under the Single membership category and without dependents, a flat contribution of $50.00 is contributed. This straightforward approach ensures that even those without familial obligations are able to participate in the support network offered by Sababu during times of loss.
In contrast, Single Family memberships are tailored to accommodate households with dependents. Under this arrangement, a base fee of $50.00 is established, with additional contribution of $10.00 per child aged 1 to 25 years, and $25.00 for each adult family member within the household.
Family memberships, designed for those considered married within their household, operate under a similar yet expanded contribution model. Here, a base payment of $100.00 is required, with incremental charges of $10.00 per child and $25.00 per adult family member included in the household.
Moreover, Sababu extends its support to Senior Citizen members with a tailored contribution scheme. Senior citizens are asked for a base payment of $25.00, with $10.00 per child aged 1 to 25 years in the household. A spouse in the household is charged $50.00 when under 67 years of age, or $25.00 when 67 years or older.