JOIN US!
ELIGIBILITY:
A member organization is one that has a mission that aligns with that of the Alliance.
An organization meeting the criteria may become an Alliance member when approved by a majority vote of the existing voting membership.
Members may include both organizations and coalitions.
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP:
Instant email access to other "green" groups working in Baltimore County via our Members-only Google Group, making it easier to stay on top of important issues and participate on the ones that affect your organization.
The opportunity to make a "5-Minute Pitch" about a project or concern to those in attendance at our quarterly meetings. You could ask people to collaborate on a project or simply ask for the advice of those present.
Access to the BCGA Community Calendar for posting your events and meetings. Any member can add items to it and it is visible to the public on this website.
The ability to shape the quarterly meeting agendas and hear officials and experts discuss timely topics.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, review the Mission and Operating Principles document.
The Elephant in the Room - If We Join, Will We be Subjected to "Majority Rule" on Advocacy Issues?
The simple answer is NO! Our operating rules state that the BCGA will not take a position on something unless every member organization supports that position. That's probably unlikely. Chances are, then, there will be member organizations who work together on advocacy matters that are important to them without involving the full membership. That's why we want to make it easy for members to find and talk to one another via Google Groups.
HOW TO JOIN
Complete the online application form.
The BCGA membership will review and vote on your application.
Pay dues of $100 annually. Upon approval of your application, we will ask you to pay your dues. This will go toward expenses, such as refreshments for meetings, maintenance of the website, and other administrative costs. (If your organization cannot afford the dues payment at this time, let an officer or steering committee member know. Complete the short form above in any event). Note that NeighborSpace has agreed to serve as the BCGA's fiscal sponsor, so credit card payments will show NeighborSpace as the recipient and checks should be made out to NeighborSpace, as shown below.
