SIAN Membership FAQ

We’re a community of purpose-driven experts to help your nonprofit or social impact organization grow and thrive. We support nonprofits with the right expertise, advocating for stronger outcomes, and creating real business opportunities for professionals committed to positive impact. 

Professionals at nonprofit or social impact organizations, as well as board members, are also welcome to join to get to know these experts!

• Increase your visibility! Your membership indicates that your company is trustworthy and cares about your customers and your reputation. 
• Listing in an online directory, making it easy to find and refer you (and supports SEO and AI optimization).
• Quarterly virtual networking to make business connections that support your success. 
• 8 virtual meetings a year that are opportunities to learn about your fellow members, professional development, and learn about specific nonprofits.
• Free entry to live, in-person events.
• Invitations to present at our meetings, offering more visibility and the opportunity to promote services, resources, and a follow-up appointment. 
• Guest blog on our site, which gets shared via email and social media.
• New members receive customized introductions to 3 potential collaborators.
• Ongoing opportunities to promote your events, speaking engagements, special offers, new tools & resources, awards, job openings, or press releases. 
• Individualized recognition on SIAN’s social pages and email.

Individual Consultant/Agency: $150/year 

Corporate: Contact us for pricing.

Nonprofit professionals: Free for the first year.

Get your name in front of more people by hosting an in-person event!

 Here’s what sponsorship includes:

• Host the Event: Provide a venue (your office or another location) and light refreshments for 15–25 attendees. You’ll receive contact info for everyone who registered to connect afterward.
• Brand Visibility: Your business will be featured in: 
  • Event invitations
  • Event information on the SIAN website
  • Email campaigns
  • Social media posts promoting the event
• Spotlight Moment: Enjoy 5 minutes during the event to introduce your business, share special offers, or highlight upcoming initiatives or events.
• Exclusive Marketing Opportunity: Bring small marketing materials (table-top posters, brochures) or branded swag to your event. Only sponsors can do this.
• Guest Invitations: Invite anyone you’d like to attend your event—free of charge.
• Membership Perks: Receive free annual memberships for 3 employees and 2 nonprofit professionals (clients, prospects, or your choice).
• Co-Sponsorship Option: Prefer to share the spotlight? We can help pair you with a co-sponsor.

Ambassadors help expand our network beyond the San Francisco Bay Area and Seattle Metro Area by building local communities of professionals who serve nonprofits. In exchange, we waive the annual membership fee.

Here’s what we ask of ambassadors:

• Host 2–3 in-person events per year in your city or region 
  • Each event should have at least 10 attendees
  • You choose the venue and format (coffee meetups, happy hours, lunch-and-learns)
• Grow the local network by inviting professionals who work with nonprofits
• Connect members to the full SIAN community—your local members will enjoy all virtual events and are eligible to become members

Additional Details:

• We’ll accept up to 3 ambassadors per metro area (as defined by SIAN leadership), so you can share responsibilities and collaborate.
• Ambassadors receive support from SIAN leadership, including event templates, promotional materials, and guidance.
• You’ll be recognized as a leader in your region, featured on our website and in communications. It’s a great way to increase your own visibility and reputation!
• Contact us to apply and start your training.

When you’re accepted as a member, you’ll pay your annual membership fee securely through our online invoicing tool.

Renewals are automatic each year, either in July or January. You’ll receive an email notification when your renewal date is coming up.

We’d love to hear it! Please reach out to Deborah Finestone with questions, feedback or ideas on how to make SIAN better for you and everyone else.

Start with our complimentary plan.

You’re welcome to come to all events open to the public and meet our people! We encourage you to sign up for our twice-a-month emails to hear about upcoming events and other resources.