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Join a community dedicated to advancing volunteer engagement and making a difference.

Membership with AL!VE is open to anyone passionate about volunteer engagement, whether you're an individual or part of an organization. Our members come from diverse backgrounds and organizations, united by a common goal: to address community needs by leveraging the power of volunteers. By joining AL!VE, you gain access to a supportive, professional community, renewed annually to provide ongoing resources and benefits.

Membership Options

Individual/Agency Single

$75.00 Annually

Includes one full membership.
Full benefits and voting rights.
Transferable if paid by agency.
International members welcome (US & Territories focus).

Agency/Local Association Double

$125.00 Annually

Includes two full memberships; additional for $60 each.
Full benefits and voting rights.
Transferable if paid by agency.
International members welcome (US & Territories focus).

Become an Individual Member

Become an Agency Member

AL!VE offers a 'Pay What You Can' option for individual memberships to promote equity. We invite you to visit this page about Embracing Equity to thoughtfully consider your payment options.

Current members looking to renew their membership can find more information here.

Why Membership?

Networking Opportunities: Connect virtually or in-person, and via our member database.
Community Building: Join sector-specific cohorts and meetings to share best practices.
Professional Development: Free monthly webinars and access to 75+ recorded sessions.
Mentoring: Get one-on-one coaching from some of the best experts in our field.
CVA Study Group: Prepare with peers for our field's recognized professional certification.
Speaker Development: Learn new communications skills and practice presenting.
Helpful Materials: Access our Resource Vault, templates, and best practices.
Discounts: Save on events including the Hybrid Conference and National Summit.
Monthly Newsletter: Stay informed with industry-focused news and content.

Member Benefits for Every Stage

Almost all programs, events, and resources are available to all members. Below are some of our members' favorite benefits curated by career stage based on annual survey data.

Favorite Benefits	Industry/ Non-Members	Student/Early Career (0-3 yrs)	Emerging Leader (3-6 yrs)	Experienced Leader (7+ yrs)	Organizations/ Local Associations
Industry Socials	X	X	X	X	X
Volunteer Program	X	X	X	X	X
Impact Awards	X	-	X	X	X
Academies	X	X	X	X	X
Hybrid Conference	X	X	X	X	X
Welcome Webinars		X	X	X	X
Communities of Practice		X	X	X	X
Mentor Program		X	X	X	X
CVA Study Group			X	X	X
Presenter Bootcamp			X	X	X
Impact Awards	X		X	X	X
National Summit	X		X	X	X
Advocacy Programs	X			X	X
Board Membership				X	X
Service Enterprise	X				X
Local Associations Summit	X				X