1. Should I become a member?
Yes! The biggest benefit of your membership is the knowledge that you are directly supporting local birds and environmental education for children and adults. Members are part of a community of like-minded conservationists and bird lovers who are passionate about protecting birds and their habitats. Active members are entitled to special members-only, expert-led bird walks to areas not open to the general public, and they have the first opportunity to sign up for events. New members will also receive a cool Spokane Audubon Society sticker with our Pygmy Owl logo.
2. How much does a membership cost?
Student memberships (anyone under 21 years of age enrolled in school are $10 annually. Individual memberships are $20 annually, and family memberships (up to 4 members) are $30 annually. You can also join at higher supporting, contributing, and lifetime membership levels.
3. When does my membership expire, and how will I remember when it’s time to renew?
Your annual membership expires one year from the date of your membership payment, regardless of your membership level. We’ll send you reminders when your membership is about to expire, so you can easily stay active.
Renewing is easy! You can renew online or mail a check to Spokane Audubon Society, P.O. Box 9820 Spokane, WA 99209
4. What is the difference between donating and being a member?
We are a member-based organization-so the primary way to support our mission is to become a member and renew your membership annually. Donations are gifts given in addition to your annual membership dues.
5. Can I just make a donation without becoming a member?
Yes! However, becoming a member has great benefits for you and us. However, there is power numbers. We like to share our membership numbers as evidence of the strength of advocacy for birds when we collectively comment on local conservation issues.
6. If I’m a member of National Audubon Society, am I automatically a member of Spokane Audubon Society?
No, unfortunately membership in National Audubon does not include local chapters. National and local chapters are entirely separate organizations with different 501c3 non-profit status. As a chapter we annually receive some financial support from National, but it’s all based on our membership numbers.
Spokane Audubon Chapter members are protecting birds right here in the Inland Northwest. Every dollar of your local membership dues goes directly to local bird conservation and education.
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