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Many churches will provide meeting space at a very reasonable rate or stipend. It is important however that the church recognize the need for inclusivity rather than excluding non church members.

To fund the operating costs of the hall rental and things like tea and coffee perhaps have a cash tin. We fundraise by volunteering at local functions. (ie. the Rotary club gives us a donation to cover our operating costs in return for providing a clean-up crew at a festival they operate). Ensure you have a bank account.

If this is to be a self moderated group, draw up some rules and guidelines (PM me)

Advertise. We have a free advertisement in a weekly community newspaper. We advertise on a few websites like 211 and community organizations. Several clinics have allowed us to post posters and leave pamphlets. Word of mouth seems to bring in a lot of new people.

Decide who is going to run the group. It might be a good idea to have an annual vote on an executive.