To receive and maintain Charter Club recognition with ASHA, the following requirements must be met:

1. Charter Clubs must consist of twenty or more members whose primary interest is in promoting the American Saddlebred horse.
2. A minimum of 25 percent of the club's membership must be current active members of ASHA.
3. ASHA Charter Clubs must be incorporated under the laws of their state and maintain active status as an incorporated entity.
4. A statement of policy for acceptance of members must be approved by ASHA.
5. Renewal of Club is due on April 30 of each year. To renew, a completed application form must be submitted to ASHA, accompanied by a list of current Club members.
6. Each club is responsible for producing a minimum of two annual events: horse show, clinic, mall promotion, horse fair, trail ride, etc.