The Jurisdictions within Region 1 who achieved positive membership growth in 2012 were Italy (+9 members), New Hampshire (+7 members), Atlantic Provinces (+6 members) and Maine (+2 members). During calendar year 2012, a total of 163 new members were initiated along with 213 who reached majority.

Of the 171 new members initiated in 2012: 25% were from Italy, 23% from MA, 22% from CT, 13% from ME, 9% from NH, 6% from Atlantic Provinces, and 2% from Vermont.