Benefits

• 3 Representatives 
•  Resources highlighted on NFCYM resource pages 
•  Networking opportunities with other members 
•  Listing on the NFCYM organizational member page 
•  Early access to sponsorship and exhibitor spaces 
•  Early access to booking NFCYM events/programming 
•  Access to member directory 
•  Discounts to NFCYM events/programming 
•  Professional development 
•  Resourcing and support 
•  Access to digital resources 
•  Local and national Support 
•  Opportunity to engage in the work of the NFCYM 

CRITERIA FOR MEMBERSHIP

• For any organization to become an organizational member of the NFCYM, such organization must share in the mission, vision, and values of the NFCYM, and: 
• Be a non‐profit corporation recognized as such under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, which has a board of directors and bylaws, OR 
• Be a subsidiary organization thereof, OR 
• Be a for‐profit legal entity, OR 
• Have a listing in the most recent edition of the P.J. Kenedy and Sons’ The Official Catholic Directory.

Additionally, such organizations must meet the following criteria:

• The organization must work directly or indirectly with or for youth. 
• The organization’s mission and activities must be compatible with the mission, vision, and values of the NFCYM and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. 
• If the applicant is a subsidiary of another organization, the written consent of the “parent company” must be provided with the completed application. 
• The activities engaged in by the organization must be compatible with the activities of the NFCYM. 
• The interests of the organization, as outlined in their literature and through their actions, must be compatible with the interests of the NFCYM. 
• The organization must have been engaged in ministry for at least three (3) years prior to applying for organizational membership. 
• The organization must complete the application/approval process set forth by the NFCYM. 
• The organization must submit an annual report of their activities, especially as they pertain to the NFCYM, along with an annual renewal of commitment. 
• Further criteria for membership may be established for organizational membership.

If the organization does not meet these criteria, individuals might wish to consider Associate Membership. 

PRIVILEGES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Each organization that is a member shall have one (1) vote on all matters before the membership for which an organizational member is entitled to vote. 

• Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizational members shall have one (1) vote on all matters before the membership, including governance and non-governance (ministerial) issues. 
• For-profit organizational members shall have one (1) vote on all non-governance-related issues before the membership, such as membership papers. For-profit organizational members do not vote on governance-related issues such as the election of directors or officers, amendments to articles of incorporation or bylaws, or mission, vision, and values statements. 

Additionally, by virtue of membership, each organization that is a member shall have the following privileges and responsibilities: Thus, each affiliated organizational member is now entitled to identify up to three (3) designated representatives and to have one (1) vote on all matters before the membership. 

• To identify up to three (3) designated representatives (“representative”), one of whom will be considered the official representative; 
• To participate in and serve as members of and leaders for the project teams, ministry networks, and other activities, including the annual membership meeting; 
• To participate in the annual membership meeting and to address the membership while in general session at the annual membership meeting on all matters before the membership; and 
• To receive NFCYM mailings and discounts. 

EXPECTATIONS 

• Agree with and advocate for the mission, vision, and values of the NFCYM. 
• Designate representatives who are compliant with the safe environment/youth protection standards of the Catholic Church in the United States and eligible to serve young people. 
• Every exhibitor or speaker at an event should be vetted (by the diocese). 
• Engage with NFCYM through active participation in the annual membership meeting and/or regional gatherings and participation in a national NFCYM event at least once every five years. 

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVE 

• Designate up to two additional members. These names are to be submitted annually. 
• Facilitate a consensus process for voting. 
• Ensure the payment of annual dues. 

RENEWAL PROCESS

Organizational members are required to submit an annual report which includes the following: 

• A statement renewing their desire to continue as an organizational member; 
• A description of their activities in the past year, especially as they pertain to the NFCYM. 
• Payment of annual dues, as set by the Finance Advisory Committee; 

The annual renewal of organizational members will take place from June 1 to July 30: 

• By June 1, the NFCYM sends a letter to all organizational members requesting their annual reports and statement of renewal; 
• Reminder notices are sent as needed on June 1 and July 1. 
• If an organizational member does not submit their annual report, statement of renewal, and annual dues by July 31, organizational member status may be forfeited, and the organization may be required to re-apply for membership. 

MEMBERSHIP DUES STRUCTURE

Membership/Charitable Organizations (non-profit) 

• Defined: Membership/Charitable organizations are those groups whose income is generated primarily through membership dues or services, if applicable, or charitable donations, and whose services are primarily directed towards membership or charitable, service, and justice activities, e.g., national ministerial organizations, religious communities, and charitable or service organizations. 
• Annual Fee: $300 

Business/Corporate Organizations (for profit) 

• Defined: Business/Corporate Organizations are those groups whose income is generated primarily through the sales of goods and services, conferences and events, or tuition, e.g., performance ministers/ministries, universities, training and resource centers, and retail businesses. 
• Annual Fee:
  • Tier 1 (gross income less than $1 million): $300
  • Tier 2 (gross income between $1 million – $5 million): $450 
  • Tier 3 (gross income over $5 million): $700. 

Special Categories 

• The annual fee is waived where there is a reciprocal formal affiliation between the NFCYM and an organization, and neither is expected to pay dues (complimentary reciprocal affiliation). Decisions regarding reciprocal membership are made by the Membership Engagement Committee. 
• The annual fee can be waived due to financial hardship, with the request submitted in writing to the executive director of the NFCYM