The Al-Anon Family Groups (AFG) are a fellowship of relatives and friends of   alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery.

 Al-Anon is not allied with any sect, denomination, political entity, organization or institution; does not engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any cause. There are no dues for membership. Al-Anon is self-supporting through its own voluntary contributions.

 Al-Anon has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We do this by practicing the Twelve Steps, by welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics, and by giving understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic.

-Suggested Preamble to the Al-Anon 12 Steps

Let it begin with me- When anyone anywhere reaches out for help- let the hand of Al-Anon and Alateen always be there, and- Let it begin with me.