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C A T E G O R I E S O F M E M B E R S H I P
M E M B E R D I S C O U N T S | N E W M E M B E R S H I P | R E N E W M E M B E R S H I P
MEMBERSHIP
INFORMATION
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Membership in
the NCLA is open to individuals, churches or libraries of all sizes
and denominations who desire assistance with church library development.
Supporting memberships are also available and provide a valuable
portion of funding for our ministry.
Your membership entitles you to free resources and information
including the NCLA quarterly publication Libraries Alive,
booklists, guidelines, creative ideas and how-to information on
developing, maintaining, and promoting your library. New members
receive a free copy of A Handbook for Church
Librarians, a comprehensive guide that features everything from
creating a new library to renovating and managing an established
one.
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You will also benefit from opportunities for education and interaction with other librarians and receive special discounts on purchases from over 50 participating companies.
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Join NCLA and get these FREE gifts:
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A Handbook for Church Librarians (click here) |
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The essential guide for church librarians of all levels of experience. Everything you need to know to create, manage and organize a successful church library ministry today. Plus, special information on computer automation. Four bonus sections include the newest Dewey Decimal Classifications, commonly used subject headings, useful print and online resources, and a glossary of library terms. |
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Our basic booklists |
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Get tips on book selection along with annotated lists of suggested titles for a beginning church library or an established library looking for direction. |
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PLUS receive these valuable resources:
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A subscription to Libraries Alive (click here) |
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Our top-rated quarterly magazine takes a fresh and exciting look at developing and managing a successful library, and reviews the latest books and media. |
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Resource Packets |
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Topical lists of recommended new resources and "how-to" instructional guidelines arrive in your mailbox each Spring and Fall. |
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Librarian Resources |
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Help on more than 50 topics is available to you from our Librarian Resources Files. |
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Access to our Mentor Network (click here) |
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Member church librarians connect, share, support and advise one another. |
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Roundtable Online Discussion (click here) |
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Feedback and advice from other church librarians. |
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Invitations to conferences |
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Inspiring speakers, workshops, resources, and exhibits makes our national conference a personalized and energizing experience for all who attend. |
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Local networking opportunities (click here) |
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Our local chapters host informative workshops and speakers and can help you get acquainted with church librarians in your area. |
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Special discounts for NCLA members |
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Group discounts and special pricing are available exclusively to NCLA members on books, library supplies, and conferences. (Details below.) |
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SPECIAL NCLA MEMBER DISCOUNTS
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Membership pays for itself! NCLA members now enjoy special discounts, 15-40% off purchases from over 50 participating businesses. Save on library and office supplies, books, videos, music and more from dozens of online and retail stores every time you buy. |
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Contact NCLA to learn how you can receive these valuable discounts on your next library purchase. |
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CATEGORIES
OF MEMBERSHIP
| BASIC
ANNUAL
MEMBERSHIP |
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| Basic Membership ( Church or individual) |
$55.00 |
Outside U.S. add $10.00 annual service fee
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CORPORATE
MEMBERSHIP |
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| Businesses/Religious organizations/Ministry partners |
$185.00 |
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| SUPPORTING
ANNUAL
MEMBERSHIP |
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| Contributor |
$100 to $499 |
| Donor |
$500 to $999 |
| Patron |
$1,000 to $1,999 |
| Guarantor |
$2,000 to $4,999 |
| Benefactor |
$5,000 + |
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Your membership year
begins on January 1. Memberships received after October 1 will be
applied to the next calendar year. If you are joining during the
year, you will receive back issues of the NCLA quarterly publication,
Libraries Alive, and materials for that calendar year.
Corporate members receive a subscription to Libraries Alive, a
20% discount on advertising, and invitations to participate at regional
and national conferences.
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To become a new NCLA member or wish to renew Click Here |
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For more information about
the National Church Library Association
or to receive a membership application by mail Click
Here. |
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