Be sure to take advantage of the various free memberships available to all associations.
BoardSource
All local associations are eligible for a free membership to BoardSource, experts in the field of board governance. This benefit offers multiple resources for best practices in governance. A unique sign-up page has been created for YWCA USA's entire network of board and staff. Please have all interested board members and staff go to boardsource.org/ywca to activate their BoardSource membership.After you've set up a username and password, you will be able to view a page that describes the benefits that you and your organization's board and staff now have access to, including complimentary assessment, ask-an-expert e-mail service, monthly educational webinars on trending topics, downloadable templates, tools, infographics and hundreds of 101, 201, and 301-level topic papers.
Nonprofit Risk Management Center
All local associations are eligible for a free membership to the Nonprofit Risk Management Center. This benefit offers self-help tools and training on client safety, employment practices, governance and fraud prevention. They also provide advanced custom services at a discounted price. To activate your free membership, visit nonprofitrisk.org. Select the white "affiliate login," select "create your profile," and complete your profile. Activation may take up to 48 hours.
Independent Sector
All local associations are eligible for a discounted affiliate membership ($150) with the Independent Sector, Independent Sector is a national membership organization that brings together a diverse set of nonprofits, foundations, and corporations to advance the common good. To join as a member at the discounted rate, visit our affiliate link at Independent Sector.