Chapter Definition
A chapter of US Lacrosse is an affiliate of the national organization. A chapter unifies, promotes, and manages the many aspects of men's, women's and youth lacrosse in its geographic area. Each chapter serves as a conduit to the national headquarters of US Lacrosse and has the authority to conduct business that conforms with the approved requirements outlined in the Chapter Agreement and Guidelines. 

The purpose of a chapter is to:
• Remain compliant with the guidelines set forth by US Lacrosse
• Provide service to chapter members
• Unify all constituent groups within its geographic area
• Equally represent men's and women's lacrosse
• Establish itself as the central source for information, programs, and events within its geographic area

Chapter Goals
1. To serve as a geographic focal point for the promotion and development of lacrosse, incorporating representation of and involvement in all levels of men's and women's play.
2. To promote and develop the game of lacrosse as an integral part of our educational process and as a means of making available to the youth of the chapter the beneficial attributes of the game.
3. To honor players, coaches, and officials whose skill and conduct on the field and in their business and professional lives inspire in the youth of the nation a high regard for the discipline of the game of lacrosse.
4. To broaden public interest in amateur lacrosse through educational programs designed to encourage the playing of the game and to make its benefits available to ever-increasing numbers of students in schools and colleges.
5. To completely understand the purpose and responsibilities of US Lacrosse - to organize all levels of men's and women's lacrosse under a given body, and to regularly and effectively interact with other chapter areas in the areas of lacrosse promotion, expansion, preservation and information networking.