There are several levels of membership in the Society: a Sustaining membership ($45) includes a year's subscription to your kingdom's newsletter， which contains kingdom news， announcements for events taking place in your area， and local group contacts. Lower-priced Associate and Family memberships are also available.You are not required to purchase an SCA membership before attending SCA meetings and events. Membership is a requirement for holding office in SCA groups， for participation in combat and combat-related activities in some kingdoms， and for eligibility to receive awards in some kingdoms.