About TVICO
In all its proceedings, Intergroup and the Treasure Valley Intergroup Central Office (TVICO) Steering Committee shall observe the spirit of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) tradition’s, taking great care that it never becomes the seat of perilous wealth or power; that sufficient operating funds, plus ample reserve, be its prudent financial principle; that none of its members shall ever be placed in a position of unqualified authority over any of the others; that all important decisions be reached by discussion, vote, and whenever possible by substantial unanimity; that no Intergroup action ever be personally punitive, or an incitement to public controversy; that though it may act for the service of Alcoholics Anonymous groups in the greater Treasure Valley, it shall never perform any acts of government; and that, like the society of Alcoholics Anonymous, it will always remain democratic in thought and action.
(The above is adapted from The Third Legacy Manual of A.A. World Service and co-founder Bill W’s Twelve Concepts of World Service as adopted by the General Service Conference on April 26, 1962.)
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Treasure Valley Intergroup Office Alcoholics Anonymous Inc. AKA Treasure Valley Intergroup Central Office (TVICO) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of Idaho and comprised of elected members of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). As a registered 501(c)(3) organization recognized by the Internal Revenue Service, donations made to TVICO are eligible for legal tax deductions.
TVICO operates in accordance with AA’s 7th Tradition, which dictates that donations can only be accepted from AA members. The organization provides essential goods and services that go beyond what individual AA groups and their members can offer. TVICO is accountable to the AA groups registered with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc., and primarily serves AA groups in Southwest Idaho.
The ownership of the TVICO website and its registered domain name (tvico.net) rests with the organization. The expenses associated with maintaining the website are covered in accordance with AA’s Tradition Seven, which addresses self-support through individual contributions.
It is important to note that the TVICO website is the official online platform for Treasure Valley Intergroup Central Office. However, it is neither approved nor endorsed by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. TVICO is committed to respecting copyright laws, and no copyrighted material will be intentionally posted on the website without the express permission of the respective copyright holders.
In terms of trademarks, it is acknowledged that Alcoholics Anonymous, AA, and The Big Book are registered trademarks of Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. Similarly, The Grapevine and AA Grapevine are registered trademarks of The AA Grapevine, Inc. These trademarks are recognized and respected by TVICO.
Treasure Valley Intergroup Central Office remains dedicated to supporting AA groups in the Treasure Valley area and throughout Area 18, providing vital assistance that extends beyond the capabilities of individual groups. Through its nonprofit status and adherence to AA principles, TVICO aims to foster unity and service within the Alcoholics Anonymous community.