Membership Benefits

Established in 1983 as a nonprofit organization, the Tennessee Coalition serves as a beacon of hope, help, and healing for survivors of domestic and sexual violence across the state of Tennessee. As a member of the Coalition, you are an integral partner in our mission to end domestic and sexual violence across our state. Members are part of an elite group of individuals and programs that share the common vision of ending violence in the lives of Tennesseans.

Individual Membership

Individual Membership is available for any person with a shared interest in ending sexual and domestic violence in Tennessee and who financially supports the Coalition with a gift of $25 or more.

Giving Levels:

• Visionary $5,000+
• Chairperson’s Circle $2,000-$4,999
• Director’s Club $1,000-$1,999
• Sustainer $500-$999
• Contributor $250-$499
• Supporter $25-$249

Program Membership

Program Membership is for any program or organization whose primary purpose is to provide direct services to adult and child survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence. Examples include domestic violence shelters, rape crisis centers, family justice centers, child abuse agencies and human trafficking agencies.

Membership dues are based on the operating budget of the agency:

• $100 for organization budget $100,000 or less
• $200 for organization budget $100,001-$300,000
• $400 for organization budget $300,001-$500,000
• $600 for organization budget greater than $500,000

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Program Membership Benefits

Advocacy and Policy Expertise

• Strengthen a unified voice on behalf of survivors and service providers
• Help set the Coalition’s policy agenda
• Support the creation and enactment of policies that make a difference in the lives of survivors
• Attend the Annual Day on the Hill Event at the State Capitol
• Receive weekly legislative updates when the Tennessee General Assembly is in session

Communications and Recognition

• Access to information on emerging issues in the field through e-newsletters, legislative updates, special listservs, and a resource library
• Acknowledgement in the Coalition’s Annual Report and website
• Member program spotlights in newsletters and/or social media
• An exclusive digital membership badge to display on your website or social media

Capacity-Building

• Discounts on Coalition trainings and conferences
• Free job postings on the Coalition’s website
• Opportunities for participation on Coalition committees including the Policy, Conference Planning, and Events
• Foster connections and network with other advocates and like-minded agencies

Allied Agency Membership

Allied Agency Membership is for allied organizations that support the mission and work of the Coalition. Examples include advocacy groups, law enforcement agencies, schools or universities, batterer’s intervention programs, social services, faith-based organizations, and community coalitions.

Allied Agency Membership dues are $100.

Allied Agency Membership Benefits
Advocacy and Policy Expertise

• Strengthen a unified voice on behalf of survivors and service providers
• Support the creation and enactment of policies that make a difference in the lives of survivors
• Attend the Annual Day on the Hill Event at the State Capitol

Communications and Recognition

• Access to information on emerging issues in the field through e-newsletters, legislative updates, and a resource library
• Acknowledgement in the Coalition’s Annual Report and website
• An exclusive digital membership badge to display on your website or social media

Capacity-Building

• Discounts on Coalition trainings and conferences
• Free job postings on the Coalition’s website
• Foster connections and network with other advocates and like-minded agencies