CNM Membership
The changemakers shaping the next decade are already in this room
Your passion is finding practical solutions to society’s toughest problems. You belong with us.
We are a diverse network of nonprofit leaders, executives, and philanthropists sharing the resources and relationships to strengthen the communities we serve.
Who is CNM Membership For?
Nonprofit managers and leaders on the rise
Surround yourself with peers who are raising the bar for what nonprofits can achieve.
Nonprofit executives and C-suite leaders
One introduction at a CNM executive lunch could fund your mission for the next five years.
Nonprofits ready to grow stronger
Train your entire team in the practices that are setting the standard for the sector.
“I’ve been a member of CNM for several years and have found it a great place to network and learn about fundraising trends. I’ve been fortunate to make great introductions that have led to lasting donor success.”
Susan Keating Smith, Development Director, TCU Engage
With CNM Membership, you can:
Find your next position, your next donor, or your next great hire
Surround yourself with leaders who know your challenges, share your ambitions, and are actively building stronger organizations. Access exclusive quarterly socials, executive lunches, forums and special events.
Stay at the forefront of what’s working in nonprofit leadership today
CNM is setting the standard for how nonprofits operate. Membership keeps you plugged into the ideas, people, and conversations shaping the sector via exclusive lectures, expert panels, and more.
Unlock special access to CNM expertise, training, and resources
Membership pays for itself the moment you register for your first certificate program. You can also access our exclusive jobs board, preferred rates from vetted service providers, office spaces, and personalized resume review.
“Being an active member with CNM has allowed our medium-sized nonprofit to access data collection and management, education, and consulting services that are first rate, cutting edge, and would not be accessible otherwise.”
Tim Grigsby, CEO; Organizational Member for 12+ years
| PROFESSIONAL Build your skills. Find your people. |
EXECUTIVE Where senior leaders gather. |
ORGANIZATION Equip your entire team. |
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| Monthly newsletter with exclusive insights | ● | ● | ● |
| Preferred rates on CNM certificate programs & workshops | ● | ● | ● |
| Priority access & discounts: forums, webinars & featured speakers | ● | ● | ● |
| Discounted GrantStation database membership | ● | ● | ● |
| Quarterly member networking socials | ● | ● | ● |
| Personalized resume review | ● | ● | ● |
| Nonprofit job board: browse, apply, and post open roles | ● | ● | ● |
| Executive Lecture Series | ● | ||
| Monthly executive lunches | ● | ||
| Special event invites: free and member-rate tickets to partner events, galas, and curated experiences | ● | ||
| Preferred rates on CNM consulting services | ● | ||
| Preferred rates on leadership development consultations | ● | ||
| Governance & board member opportunity postings | ● | ||
| CNM conference space & private office access | ● | ||
| ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE | $125 per year | $200 per year | $300 - $1,000 per year for your entire organization. Sliding scale pricing based on your annual operating budget. |
Membership Tiers
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Monthly newsletter with exclusive insights
Preferred rates on CNM certificate programs & workshops
Priority access & discounts: forums, webinars & featured speakers
Discounted GrantStation database membership
Quarterly member networking socials
Personalized resume review
Nonprofit job board: browse, apply, and post open roles
Annual Membership Fee: $125 per year
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Everything in the Professional tier, plus:
Executive Lecture Series
Monthly executive lunches
Special event invites: free and member-rate tickets to partner events, galas, and curated experiences
Preferred rates on leadership development consultations
Annual Membership Fee: $200 per year
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Everything in the Professional tier, plus:
Preferred rates on CNM consulting services
Governance & board member opportunity postings
CNM conference space & private office access
Annual Membership Fee: $300-$1,000 per year for your entire organization.
Sliding scale pricing based on your annual operating budget.
To get started, create an account on our member portal and select your tier to complete your registration and unlock immediate access.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Pay one annual fee to enroll your entire team — no per-seat charges, no limits on who can access member benefits. The fee is based on your organization's annual operating budget:
Under $499,999: $300
$500,000 to $999,999: $400
$1M to $4.9M: $550
$5M to $9.9M: $750
$10M or more: $1,000
To enroll your team, create your account via the member portal, select the annual operating budget for your organization and pay the fee accordingly.
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Organizational membership covers your entire organization, giving everyone on your team access to preferred rates on training, the job board, networking socials, forums, webinars, and featured speakers.
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If you’re a VP or C-suite leader, Executive is built for you. If you’re a nonprofit manager or department head, start with the Professional tier.
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Yes — you can upgrade your membership tier at any time. Contact us and we’ll take care of it.
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To access your member benefits, create an account on our member portal to complete your registration and payment. Once you’ve done that, you’ll receive a welcome email with everything you need to get started.
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If you run into any issues, email us directly at membership@thecnm.org and a real person will get back to you promptly.
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We’re here to help. Send an email to membership@thecnm.org with any questions not addressed here and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.