MNA Member2Member Drive
Our First Step to 1000 Members
In this first step on our March to 1000 members, our goal is to end 2009 with 600 members. To achieve our goal, we need to attract 50 new members in the last quarter and we need your help. We are asking members to call one non-member in your network and ask them to join MNA. Fifteen minutes of your time is all we ask to help us grow. We will provide you with membership materials or any other support you need. |
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Why are more members important to your association? It’s simple: Because numbers matter in MNA's work on behalf of the nonprofit sector and because a larger membership enhances your existing membership.
Fabulous Prizes
To make it more fun, we have prizes for our current members who are successful at bringing in new members:
- Grand Prize - a weekend for two at the Mountain Sky Guest Ranch in the Paradise Valley;
- First Prize - a full conference package for next year’s MNA Conference in Helena – September 27-29;
- Second Prize - a year's subscription to GrantStation; and
- Third Prize - one free job vacancy posting on Job Target with a free upgrade to a Power Post.
Additional prizes are being added every day. Even if every current member is successful at recruiting a new member, the odds of winning are still great!
Count Me In for the March to 1000 MNA members!
To make helping us even easier – simply check the Count Me In button, fill in the form with your contact info, the name(s) of the organization(s) you plan to contact, and hit the Submit button. This will notify Brad Robinson, Member Services Director, that you are participating in the Member2Member drive. For each person you contacted that becomes a new member, Brad will enter your name in the drawing. You can also email Brad directly if you have any questions before we "Count You In".
Check out the FAQ section below to assist you with membership questions.
Yes, Count Me In!
First Name: Last Name:
Your Organization:
Your Email:
List the organization(s) you plan to contact or enter "none" if you are still unsure who to contact:
(If you like, we can help you with finding organizations in your area to contact.)
List any comments or questions here:
FAQ's for the member2member campaign
When do they have to join?
For a new member application to count in 2009 Member2Member Drive, the organization’s membership application and dues must be postmarked on or before Thursday, December 31, 2009.
How will you know I sent them?
Brad will contact you after you submit the above“Count me In” form to track and support your efforts.
How will I know if they are not members?
All MNA members are listed on our website , or you can ask Brad and Patty and they can help you identify members and nonmembers in your community.
Will you keep us updated?
Yes, every time a new member joins as part of this campaign, we will announce the recruiting member and the new member on FaceBook, Twitter, and the MNA Blog. In addition, we will provide links to both organizations' websites so our followers can learn more about you and our new members.
When will the winners be announced?
In the January 2010 eNews – during the week of January 11, 2010
How many 501(c)(3)’s are there in Montana and/or my community?
Check out the National Center for Charitable Statistics to view all nonprofits in Montana by County. Click on the "Charity Filers" link to view 501(c)(3) organizations.
What are the best benefits for me to highlight when asking organizations to join?
All organizations can benefit greatly from these four benefits:
Are there benefits that better suit large organizations?
The MNA Unemployment Insurance Alternative Program already saves $350,000 per year for the participating nonprofits. MNA also has a strongly enhanced group health insurance plan with 700 participating employees. In addition, many larger organizations are already are benefiting from MNAs outstanding Public Policy work
What are dues for new organizations?
The dues are based on a sliding scale to make membership affordable for all organizations. The minimum dues are $35 per year, and the maximum dues are $600 per year. Here is the full application with the dues structure.
What are the best ways for a potential new member to learn more?
If your contact would like to learn more about MNA on their own, you can offer the following: