Becoming a Member of the Valley Council
Organizations concerned about the well being of Valley residents join together as we face our own economic challenges. Each agency contributes what it can to the communal pot. Together, we are able to do more to make a difference in the lives of our residents than we each could do on our own. We invite you to join us in working together to improve quality of life in the Valley!
In addition to providing the opportunity to work collaboratively to address the needs of Valley residents, membership in the Valley Council offers key benefits to member agencies. At a single monthly meeting, members can communicate with leaders of over 30 non-profit agencies
Benefits of membership include:
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On-going networking and information sharing opportunities
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Professional development and training
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Updated reports on Valley conditions and needs for use in grant writing & planning
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Access to information about donated materials
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Access to prospective Board members and volunteers through the leadership program
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Updates on funding opportunities through Valley funding sources
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Opportunities to communicate with local and state leaders
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Involvement in setting priorities for community improvement & other regional planning efforts
Nonprofit organizations that serve residents of the Valley towns (Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Derby, Seymour, Shelton, and Oxford) are eligible to become members of the Valley Council. To ensure that the Council can plan effectively to address the community’s needs, representatives to the Council and its committees/task forces are decision-makers who hold executive or leadership positions within their organizations.
As a membership organization, the Valley Council depends on the active participation of its member agencies. Expectations for active member agencies, include:
* Attending at least 50% of the monthly meetings of the Council
* Participating in at least one Council task force or initiative beyond monthly meetings
* Paying yearly dues based on the agency’s budget for services provided to Valley residents
Ready to become a member?
Fill out the membership form
Thank you for being a part of Valley Council. Once you fill out the membership form it's time to pay the dues. Download the Dues Form for information and ways to pay.