We welcome new members to the IFDES Lodge Portuguese Hall of Gilroy, which celebrates and promotes Portuguese culture. Membership is intended for individuals, couples, and families who are interested in and committed to preserving and promoting Portuguese culture and history. Family members 18 and under are automatically included as nonvoting Center members.
Membership is on a calendar year basis. New members joining in the last quarter of the year (on or after October 1) will extend their membership through the following calendar year at no additional cost.
New Members to apply for a new membership, you may submit your application by mail, please download the PDF application (below) and mail to:
IFDES Lodge Portuguese Hall of Gilroy
P.O. Box 2122
Gilroy, CA 95021
Membership Benefits
- Socialize with others that share an interest in Portuguese culture
- Learn about our Portuguese heritage, history, and traditions
- Contribute to the growth and promotion of the Center and the pursuit of its mission
- Invitations to all Center events
- Discounted ticket prices for select events
- Sip & Savor gatherings open only to active volunteers, members and their invited guests
- Right to participate and vote at annual and monthly member meetings
- Right to nominate Big and Little Queens
- Discounted pricing for non-commercial rental use of the Center
- Newsletters and bulletins about items of interest to members
Memberships/Renewals*
Membership Dues
Annual Dues — $25 per single member / $50 per family/household
Dues Payment — New membership and renewal dues may be paid by check through standard mail to
IFDES Lodge Portuguese Hall of Gilroy
P.O. Box 2122
Gilroy, CA 95021
*Your membership is not considered “active” until payment is received and processed.
