[NAGDU] Guide dogs and churches/nonprofits

[NAGDU President]

Danielle 

	There is one other exception, as well. Private membership
organizations are also exempt from the regulations of the ADA. Their
membership must be truly private and not such that it is a membership
organization open to the public and anyone paying dues. So, a private golf
club would be a place of public accommodation, as it is open to anyone who
pays dues to the golf club. The White Guys Professional Billiard Club,
though, might not be subject to the ADA.

Fraternally yours,
Marion


Marion Gwizdala, President
National Association of Guide Dog Users Inc. (NAGDU)
National Federation of the Blind
(813) 626-2789
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Subject: Re: [NAGDU] Guide dogs and churches/nonprofits

Churches are exempt from access laws for service dog handlers due to being
religious organizations. Non profits however are covered under the ADA just
as other places of public accommodation are.

Danielle and Thai

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> On Jun 25, 2017, at 1:11 PM, Miranda via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi everyone,
> My recent inquiry about encountering people with allergies, in my case as
part of my church choir, made me research laws concerning service animals
and churches. In our case, our church is actually connected (physically and
legally) with our university, and the university does receive federal
funding. I am just wondering if any of you can share insight or experiences
regarding your dog guides and participating in activities related to a
church or other non-prophet organization.
> We will of course address concerns with church leadership if they arise,
but any thoughts you can share would be very much appreciated. I also think
of this in relation to my future career goals, as I may very well serve in a
nonprofit organization as a social worker.
> Thanks as always for your time and assistance, and have a wonderful week!
> 
> Best wishes, Miranda
> 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
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