The Paradise Genealogical Society (PGS), Inc.'s, objectives are to provide an organization for the benefit and education of persons interested in genealogy, local history, and the preservation of public records by maintaining a genealogical library, presenting educational events, and publishing local vital records and history.

The Society was organized in April 1968, obtained non-profit status in 1983, and was incorporated in 1991. PGS is NOT a government or church supported organization. PGS relies on membership fees, cash donations, publication sales, and other fund raising activities for it's existence.

The Society is classified as a tax exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U. S. Internal Revenue Code of 1954. Donations and gifts to the Society are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.