Stay Connected
Important family updates, opportunities, and reunion information.
McKINNEY-ELLIS CLAN • NEW ORLEANS • JULY 2027
The Next Chapter of Our Family Story Starts Here.
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MEC Clan in the Crescent CityNew Orleans • July 2027
Celebrate the people, stories, and traditions that shaped us—and help build something even stronger for the generations coming behind us.
Celebrating Our Past. Building Our Future.
OUR PURPOSE
More Than a Reunion.
A Legacy in Motion.
Our reunions bring us together, but our family work continues all year long. MEC membership gives every relative a simple way to stay connected, preserve our shared history, strengthen family programs, and help us plan meaningful experiences without last-minute collections.
This is not simply about paying dues. It is about belonging, participating, and building a stronger family organization.
Preserve Our Story
Photographs, genealogy, recipes, oral histories, and achievements.
Support Our Future
Youth, educational, and year-round family initiatives.
Plan With Purpose
Earlier planning, better decisions, and fewer last-minute collections.
YEAR-ROUND FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
Membership Has Its Perks.
Three affordable monthly options. One shared commitment to family.
MEC MEMBER
$5/ MONTH
A simple way to stay connected
- Annual family dues included
- Reunion goodie bag
- Year-round MEC member benefits
MEC PLUS
$10/ MONTH
More support. More family impact.
- Everything in MEC Member
- Additional member perks
- Supports youth, school & family programs
MEC ALL-INCLUSIVE
$20/ MONTH
The complete reunion experience
- Everything in MEC Plus
- Official reunion T-shirt
- Designated reunion meals
Membership renews automatically each month until canceled. Specific benefits are subject to final reunion plans, budget, and program availability.
THE MEC FAMILY STORY
Before New Orleans,
There Was a Story.
Every photograph holds a memory. Every reunion carries forward the love, sacrifice, laughter, and traditions of those who came before us. Take a few minutes to celebrate where we have been—and imagine what we can build together next.
“Our story continues with you.”Become an MEC member →
FAMILY REUNION FILM • 3:00
Our Story in PicturesOld photographs • Summer memories • An original family song
CAN’T MAKE THE REUNION?
You Can Still Help Build Our Future.
A one-time contribution helps support year-round website and communication costs, family-history work, future projects, special experiences, and other important MEC initiatives.
Make a ContributionUse “contribution” language unless tax-exempt status is confirmed.PRESERVE OUR STORY
Every Branch Belongs in the Family Archive.
Share photographs, recipes, memorial information, military history, graduation announcements, oral histories, and stories about the people who shaped your branch of the family.
Contribute Family HistoryTIME + TALENT
There Is More Than One Way to Contribute.
Volunteer your experience in genealogy, photography, youth activities, transportation, event planning, technology, communications, or another area where you can help.
Volunteer With MECTRANSPARENCY + PURPOSE
Where Your Support Goes.
Communications & Technology
Website, payment systems, family notices, and digital tools.
History & Genealogy
Photographs, stories, recipes, records, and family knowledge.
Youth & Family Programs
Educational, school, mentoring, and family-development initiatives.
Reunion Planning
Early deposits, supplies, shared experiences, and family programming.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions.
Clear answers before you choose your membership.
Is this membership only for the 2027 reunion?+
No. MEC membership is an ongoing, year-round commitment. New Orleans is an exciting milestone, but the membership continues beyond the reunion.
Does my membership renew automatically?+
Yes. Your selected membership renews automatically each month until canceled.
What if I cannot attend the reunion?+
You can still become a year-round MEC member, make a one-time contribution, share family history, or volunteer your time and skills.
What does the $20 membership include?+
It includes the benefits of the lower levels plus an official reunion T-shirt and designated reunion meals. Final meal details will follow the approved reunion budget.
THE NEXT CHAPTER
It Will Be Written by All of Us.
Become a member. Make a contribution. Preserve a story. Volunteer your talents. Every act of participation matters.