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- Our membership structure supports two different pathways to keep things accessible and clear:
- Volunteering (a service pathway): Requires a Volunteer Membership (mandatory for all volunteers).
- Program Participation (a learning + community pathway): Features Program Membership Levels (optional, for in‑person program participants).
1. ASCENDtials Volunteer Membership (Required for All Volunteers)
ASCENDtials uses a one‑time Volunteer Membership donation to support the tools, training, and community programs that make your service possible. A waiver option ensures volunteerism remains accessible to all.
Learn more about the Volunteer Membership.
How it works– Remote volunteers complete the donation or waiver before onboarding. – In‑person volunteers complete the donation or waiver during onboarding inside the portal.
Your service is valued regardless of donation.
Service Learning and Court‑ordered donations not waived.
2. Program Participant Membership Levels (For In‑Person Program Participants)
These memberships support individuals, families, groups, and organizations participating in ASCENDtials’ in‑person programs, such as workshops, youth activities, cultural learning, and stewardship events.
These are not required for volunteering.
Program Membership Options:
– Single Membership — For individuals participating in workshops and cultural programs. – Family Membership — For households participating in youth and family programs. – Group Membership — For youth groups, after‑school programs, and community organizations. – Court‑Ordered Membership — For individuals completing required service hours with structured support and verification. – Company Membership — For businesses seeking community engagement and cultural learning opportunities.
Each membership level includes its own pricing and benefits.
3. More Details for Program Participant Membership Levels
Single Membership (One-Time Membership Donation)
For individuals supporting ASCENDtials behind the scenes through cultural activities.
Includes:
- Eligibility to register for garden, cooking, drumming, and cultural workshops
- Access to night sky star parties and select community events
- Participation in volunteer opportunities at markets and activations
- Member-only email updates on upcoming programs and opportunities
Family Membership (One-Time Membership Donation)
For families participating in youth and cultural programs.
Includes:
- Eligibility for family registration in garden, cooking, and drumming sessions
- Access to youth-focused programs (Mini Earthkeepers, youth vendors, camps)
- Discounts or priority access for family-oriented events and seasonal programs
- Family-focused email updates and program invitations
Group Membership (One-Time Membership Donation)
For youth groups, after-school programs, and community organizations.
Includes:
- Group access to scheduled workshops (garden, cooking, sky, drumming)
- Ability to book group volunteer/service days at market or activations
- Basic facilitator information for preparing participants
- Group-focused communication about upcoming opportunities
Court-Ordered Membership (One-Time Membership Donation)
For individuals completing court-ordered service or program hours in a restorative, culturally grounded setting.
Includes:
- Access to approved service activities (garden sessions, market support, community events)
- Participation in restorative cultural workshops (drumming, wellness, night sky sessions)
- Verified hour completion logs and end-of-program confirmation
- Program calendar and scheduling support for required sessions
Company Membership (One-Time Membership Donation)
For businesses seeking meaningful community engagement and cultural learning.
Includes:
- Access for employee groups to volunteer/service opportunities at events and markets
- Eligibility to schedule cultural workshops (drumming, sky, garden) for staff
- Recognition as a community partner at select events or materials (as appropriate)
- Company-focused updates on engagement opportunities
4. Program Enrollment
Remote Teammate
In-Person Volunteer
Single
Family
Court-Ordered
Group
Company
We believe community service should remain accessible to everyone. If you experience financial hardship or have personal circumstances that make the membership donation difficult, you may request a donation waiver after onboarding.
Refunds are processed within 10 business days. No explanation is required — your dignity and access come first. This ensures that no one is turned away from serving their community.
ASCENDtials uses a one-time membership donation model to keep our programs accessible while sustaining the cultural, educational, and community-centered work we offer throughout the year. This model allows individuals, families, groups, and companies to participate in our program at a level that fits their needs, while helping us cover the real costs of running workshops, youth programs, volunteer opportunities, and community events.
Membership donations support:
- Cultural education workshops in the garden, kitchen, and drum circle
- Youth leadership pathways like Mini Earthkeepers and youth vendors
- Night sky star parties, seasonal caps, and family learning experiences
- Restorative service opportunities for court-ordered particpants
- Supplies, materials, and staffing for hands-on learning
- Coordination of volunteer and community service activities
- Free and low-cost events for families and community members
A membership donation is not a fee for service, it is a contribution that helps sustain the programs you participate in.
We need your support to run this volunteer program! Your one-time, tax-deductible registration donation helps us sustain ourselves and ensures that volunteer and participant member recruitment services are free to our community and partners!
