Club vs Team Approach

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I agree that they don't need to be mutually exclusive.
However, everything you listed as being attributes of a "team" approach should exist in your organization.
You need funds, you need accountability, you need structure in order to function well - especially when you grow. Dues, applications, and contracts are all fine.
At the same time, if you show people that you're serious they'll want to join.