Presently, AEA is greatly in need of two things; members and money.  The funds are required to open and support an AEA office in the vicinity of Washington DC and advertise to increase membership.

The office will require:

·        A minimal paid staff to include a secretary, receptionist and at least one lobbyist.

·        Purchase or rent office equipment i.e. telephone system, computers.

Estimated membership needs are 100,000.

Financial needs are $1,000,000/year for Office and activities.