Membership

CNL Membership is open to any nonprofit, agency, or association that operates for the public benefit. Interested individuals may also join. By supporting CNL, you support the organizations that support our community.

Become a Member

Why Join CNL?

  • Strengthen and build the capacity of your organization
  • Network with peers
  • Learn about issues that impact the nonprofit sector
  • Opportunities to collaborate with other member organizations
  • Build organizational leadership
  • Discounted workshop and consultation fees
  • Your organization’s event listings on the CNL Forecast Calendar – a great tool for use when planning events or gatherings (virtual or otherwise)
  • Access to member-only events and seminar series
  • Organization highlighted on CNL website including a direct link to your website and/or organizational profile
  • Inclusion of organization’s job opportunities on CNL website and e-blasts
  • Inclusion in CNLs Nonprofit Wish List and any and all #GivingTuesday promotions
  • Easy links to online nonprofit resources
  • Training opportunities for board members and staff

Annual Membership Dues:

The size of an organization’s annual expense budget determines dues amount.
Sliding Scale of Membership Dues:

  • Up to $100,000 – $50
  • $100,000 to $249,999 – $85
  • $250,000 to $499,999 – $125
  • $500,000 to $750,000 – $160
  • $750,000 to $1,000,000 – $185
  • $1 to 3,000,000 – $245
  • $3 to 5,000,000 – $300
  • Over $5,000,000 – $400
  • Individuals may join for $50