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Equality is the Future of Commerce

Membership means more than a listing—it’s an active role in driving diversity, building business, and demonstrating your organization’s commitment to inclusive economic growth.

Member Benefits by Membership Type

● Included Complimentary = no cost Discounted = member pricing

Benefit	Equality Partner	Corporate	Community	Individual	Young Professional
Waived application fee	●		●		●
Member pricing on ECCDC & ECF events	●	●	●	●	●
Pride in Business Expo table	Complimentary	Discounted	Discounted	Discounted
Opportunity to host and/or sponsor events	●	●	●	●	●*
Eligibility to participate in ECCDC & ECF committees	●	●	●	●	●
Directory advertising discounts	●	●	●	●	●
Company listing in online and printed member directory	●	●	●
Your events listed on equalitychamberdc.org	●	●	●
Enhanced directory indicator	●
Featured promotional ads in newsletter or social media	●	Discounted	Discounted
Waived NGLCC LGBTBE® certification fee ($899 value)*	●	●	●
Directory designation denoting NGLCC LGBTBE® Certified Business (where applicable)	●	●	●
Mentorship, peer support, and professional development opportunities	●	●	●	●	●
Young Professional-specific programming and networking					●
Eligible employees per membership	Unlimited	Based on level	Unlimited	1	1
Use of the official “Proud Member” logo	●	●	●

* Young Professional members may host or sponsor events with Chamber guidance. Individual and Young Professional memberships do not include a Business Directory listing or a waiver of the NGLCC certification fee.

Individual Memberships

Individual Membership

The Individual Membership connects you with LGBTQ+ and allied business leaders across the region, giving you opportunities to build relationships, grow professionally, and get involved in community initiatives. It’s ideal for independent professionals and solopreneurs, allies who want to support LGBTQ+ economic empowerment, and early-stage entrepreneurs exploring the business ecosystem. For greater visibility, consider upgrading to a Corporate or Equality Partner Membership.

$ 200 / 12 months

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Individual Membership

Young Professional Membership

For emerging leaders building their future.

The Young Professional Membership supports students and early-career individuals who want to grow their network, access mentorship, and explore entrepreneurship in an inclusive community. Note: This level does not include a Business Directory listing or an NGLCC certification fee waiver. For greater visibility, consider upgrading to a Corporate or Equality Partner Membership.

$ 50 / 12 months

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Corporate Memberships

Corporate Membership

Equality Partner

For businesses ready to lead with pride and visibility, the Equality Partner Membership offers maximum exposure, premium promotional opportunities, and a strong alignment with LGBTQ+ economic empowerment. It’s ideal for certified or soon-to-be-certified LGBTBE® businesses looking to stand out, companies seeking recognition as community leaders, and organizations seeking elevated marketing and brand-building opportunities.

$ 5000 / 12 months

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Corporate Membership

More than 100 employees

For businesses of any size seeking engagement and exposure, this membership helps you grow your network, connect with the LGBTQ+ business community, and access member perks tailored to your team size. It’s ideal for companies that want visibility in the business directory, organizations ready to attend, host, or sponsor events, and businesses looking to leverage certification and local partnerships for growth.

$ 2500 / 12 months

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Corporate Membership

Up to 100 Employees

For businesses with up to 100 employees seeking engagement and exposure, this membership helps you grow your network, connect with the LGBTQ+ business community, and access perks scaled to your team size. It’s ideal for companies that want directory visibility, organizations ready to attend, host, or sponsor events, and businesses looking to leverage certification and local partnerships for growth.

$ 1000 / 12 months

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Corporate Membership

Up to 50 Employees

For businesses with up to 50 employees seeking engagement and exposure, this membership helps you grow your network, connect with the LGBTQ+ business community, and access perks scaled to your team size. It’s ideal for companies that want directory visibility, organizations ready to attend, host, or sponsor events, and businesses looking to leverage certification and local partnerships for growth.

$ 700 / 12 months

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Corporate Membership

Up to 20 Employees

For businesses with up to 20 employees seeking engagement and exposure, this membership helps you grow your network, connect with the LGBTQ+ business community, and access perks scaled to your team size. It’s ideal for companies that want directory visibility, organizations ready to attend, host, or sponsor events, and businesses looking to leverage certification and local partnerships for growth.

$ 500 / 12 months

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Corporate Membership

Up to 10 Employees

For businesses with up to 10 employees seeking engagement and exposure, the Full Membership helps you grow your network, connect with the LGBTQ+ business community, and access perks scaled to your team size. It’s ideal for companies that want directory visibility, organizations ready to attend, host, or sponsor events, and businesses looking to leverage certification and local partnerships for growth.

$ 400 / 12 months

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Corporate Membership

Community Partner Membership

For nonprofits that want to collaborate and strengthen community impact.

We recognize the essential work being done by nonprofits across the DC Metro Area. The Community Membership offers 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) organizations a way to engage with our network, promote shared causes, and expand their reach—all while supporting LGBTQ+ business and economic development.

$ 200 / 12 months

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