How Long Should TOPS Records Be Kept?

 

Here is a list of recommendations for how long your chapter should keep certain records.  If you have questions, contact your field staff for clarification.

 

Chapter copy of membership forms- keep until the next renewal

 

TOPS weight charts- keep prior year’s charts

 

KOPS weight charts- keep forever as long as the person remains in TOPS

 

Meeting minutes- keep for three years

 

Chapter audits- keep at least three years

 

Treasurer’s record books- keep at least three years

 

Bank statements and any cancelled checks- keep for three years