It is the mission of the FBA to promote the uniquely American
tradition of barbecuing meat over natural wood or charcoal-fired heat
and smoke through education, family-friendly fellowship, and
competition.
Family Membership - $75.00 annually for two family members residing at the same address and includes two votes in all FBA matters. On our EVENTS page, a family membership will be able to post one event per calendar year.
High School Cook Team Coach (Effective May 1, 2024) - the $40.00 annual fee is waived by the FBA for active coaching of a High School BBQ team and includes one vote in all FBA matters. On our EVENTS page, a HS Team Coach membership will be able to post 1 event per calendar year. Members must be actively coaching a High School BBQ team.
Individual Membership - $50.00 annually and includes one vote in all FBA matters. On our EVENTS page, an individual membership will be able to post one event per calendar year.
Lifetime Membership - $500.00 one-time charge for either an individual or two family members and is paid once. On our EVENTS page, a Lifetime membership will be able to post one event per calendar year.
Contest Organizer’s Membership - $40.00 annually and includes one vote in all FBA matters.
Sponsor Membership - $250.00 annually and includes a plaque for your business to display, a prominent positions on our website with a link to your website and one vote in all FBA matters. Sponsors will be able to post on our EVENTS page up to 12 separate listings (1 per month) per calendar year for events or classes. (Sponsor Memberships will need to fill out an additional questionnaire and provide logos/links.)
Categories include:
Equipment Suppliers
Meat Suppliers
Sauces and Rubs
Restaurants and Catering
Supporting Sponsors (Corporate and Other Services)