The inaugural 2025–2026 SMAC Administrative Fund (SMAC-AF) competitions are entering the final stretch, and there is still time to earn recognition as a Founding Member of the SMAC-AF Leadership Club.
The inaugural 2025–2026 SMAC Administrative Fund (SMAC-AF) competitions are entering the final stretch, and there is still time to earn recognition as a Founding Member of the SMAC-AF Leadership Club.
As of July 1, 2026, the latest Leadership Club standings recognize outstanding support across three donor categories—Individuals, Companies, and Chapters—at the prestigious Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels. These contributors are helping establish a lasting tradition of philanthropy while strengthening SMACNA's advocacy and industry initiatives.
Congratulations to the following Leadership Club members:

Top 20 SMAC-AF Donor Chapters
The updated Top 20 SMAC-AF Donor Chapter Rankings recognize chapters leading the way in Administrative Fund support through cash and in-kind contributions from chapters, member companies, and individual supporters.
As the competition enters its final months, the rankings continue to inspire friendly competition while recognizing the collective commitment of chapters and their members to supporting the SMAC Administrative Fund.

Reserve Your Convention Tables Through SMAC-AF – Deadline Extended to July 30
There is still time to reserve your chapter's tables for two of the premier events at the 2026 SMACNA Annual Convention while supporting the SMAC Administrative Fund.
To provide additional flexibility, the deadline to reserve Convention Keynote and President's Lunch tables through a qualifying contribution to SMAC-AF has been extended to July 30.
This opportunity allows chapters to secure preferred seating for two of Convention's signature events while making a meaningful investment in the Administrative Fund. We thank the chapters listed below that have already reserved their tables and encourage all remaining chapters to take advantage of this extended opportunity:

The Competition Isn't Over
The inaugural 2025–2026 SMAC-AF competitions conclude on September 14, 2026, leaving time for chapters, companies, and individuals to improve their standing, achieve a higher Leadership Club recognition level, climb the chapter rankings, and earn recognition as a Founding Member of the SMAC-AF Leadership Club.
Every contribution strengthens the Administrative Fund's ability to advance SMACNA's advocacy priorities, support workforce development, and invest in the future of our industry:
Questions?
Feel free to contact Stan, Denise or Belen if you have questions or suggestions! Or call the SMACNA Capitol Hill office at 202-547-8202.
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