HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF SOUTH SOUND PARTNERS FOR PHILANTHROPY 

To become a member of South Sound Partners an organization must complete an application (pdf) with a recommendation for membership from an existing member. The membership committee then conducts a one-on-one prospect interview to see if the interested organization can meet membership responsibilities.

Once an organization is invited to join, annual dues include an active membership for one individual. If an organization wishes to have additional members, South Sound Partners offers an associate membership for each individual. Financial assistance is available for organizations with limited budgets.

You may download the Application for Fee Waiver here (pdf).

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

- Professional Collaboration
- Networking
- Joint marketing benefits
- Group advocacy regarding key community issues and projects
- Community visibility
- Sponsorship of the annual Philanthropy Awards luncheon to honor outstanding community leaders
- Professional education

MEMBERSHIP EXPECTATIONS

Attendance at monthly meetings is very important. At least one representative from a member organization should attend regularly. In addition, every member serves on at least one committee and participates in the annual Leadership in Philanthropy Awards Luncheon. Members must also subscribe to the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) code of ethics.

For more information, please contact South Sound Partners for Philanthropy Membership Chairman, Ryan Betz.