DOCUMENT CENTER

The Document Center is the online library of AGO documents, resources, and other materials for National and Chapter leaders, members, and visitors. Some links are restricted and log-in is required to access. For inquiries or technical support, click here.

 

NATIONAL & REGIONAL LEADERS

Governance 
National Bylaws (rev. March 2026)
National Operating Procedures 
Responsibilities of Elected & Appointed Officials
Regional Ambassadors Job Description
Code of Ethics 
Code of Professional Standards 
Harassment Policy  
Discipline
AGO Fund Investment Policies
Statement on Black Lives Matter (2020) 

Antitrust Compliance
FTC Complaint
Decision and Order
FTC Settlement Statement

Travel and Reimbursement
Travel and Reimbursement Policies 
Expense Reimbursement Form (.xlsx)

 

STRATEGIC PLAN

AGO Strategic Plan (2026)

 

CONVENTIONS

2027/28 Convention Site Application
Artistic Advisory Committee Application (2025)
Convention Management Summary Chart (2027/28)
National Convention Guidelines
Regional Convention Guidelines

 

BRANDING

AGO Style Guidelines 
AGO Logo - Print (.jpg) 
AGO Logo - Web (.png) 
AGO Logo - Large Format (.eps) 
AGO Crest - Print (.jpg) 
AGO Crest - Web (.png) 
AGO Crest - Large Format (.eps)

 

ADVERTISING

2026 Media Kit
2026 TAO Front Cover Reservation Kit
2027 TAO Front Cover Reservation Kit

CHAPTER LEADERS

Governance
Chapter Management Handbook
Board Team Handbook
Sample Operating Procedures (.pdf)
Sample Operating Procedures (.docx)
Officer Installation Services
Chapter Merger and Disbandment Guidelines
Sample Board Meeting Agenda
Chapter IRS Filing Instructions
Instructions to Update Officers in iMIS

Chapter Specialist Support Teams
Chapter Specialist Support Teams Request Form

Insurance
Chapter Liability Insurance

Programming
January Jubilee Guidebook (2012, rev. 2019)

 

CERTIFICATION

Overview
2027 AGO Professional Certification Repertoire Lists
2026 Requirements
2026 Manual of Procedure
2026 CAGO Study Guide
Additional Certification Resources (All Exams)
Hymn and Psalm List for Certification
Psalm Preparation Resource (2025)

 

EDUCATION PROGRAMS

PipeWorks STEAM Initiative
Orgelkids Kit Guidebook and Sample Lesson Plans

Pipe Organ Encounters (POE)
Handbook (rev. 2025)
POE/POE+/POEA Host Chapter Application
POETech Host Chapter/Organ Builder Firm Application
National POE Grant Request Application
Budget Template
Postcard Template
Certificate Template

Pedals, Pipes, and Pizza (PPP)
Guidebook (rev. 2025)
Webinar - "PPP: A Fresh New Look"
Instructional Video
Certificate of Completion Template 1
Certificate of Completion Template 2
Promotional Flyer Template (PDF)

Other Resources for Younger Organists
AGO Chapter Outreach to New Organists
Pipe Up! Let It Resound!

COMPETITIONS

AGO/ECS Publishing Award in Choral Composition
2028 Guidelines
2028 Application

AGO/Marilyn Mason Award in Organ Composition
2028 Guidelines
2028 Application

National Competition in Organ Improvisation (NCOI)
2026 Guidelines

National Young Artists Competition in Organ Performance (NYACOP)
2026 Guidelines 

Pogorzelski-Yankee Annual Competition
2028 Guidelines
2028 Application

Regional Competitions for Young Organists (RCYO)
2025 Guidelines 
2025 Hymn Selections:
Salzburg / Melita / Diademata / Morning Star

Student Commissioning Project
2026 Guidelines

Woman Composer Sunday Organ Composition Competition
2027 Guidelines
2027 Application

SCHOLARSHIPS

Pogorzelski-Yankee Organ Scholar Program
2026-27 Organ Scholar Job Description

Pogorzelski-Yankee Scholarships
2026-27 Guidelines

Salisbury Scholarships
2026-27 Guidelines
2026-27 Application
2026-27 Financial Aid Form
 

RESOURCES & TOOL KITS

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility
IDEA Resources Guide

AGO Young Organist
AGO Chapter Opportunities for Young Organists

The Weekend Organist
Substitute Checklist (PDF)

Woman Composer Sunday
Logos (.docx)
Church Bulletin and Social Media Templates
Chapter Newsletter Template
Resources