CNM Membership

The changemakers shaping the next decade are already in this room

Your passion is finding practical solutions to society’s toughest problems. You belong with us. 

We are a diverse network of nonprofit leaders, executives, and philanthropists sharing the resources and relationships to strengthen the communities we serve.

Who is CNM Membership For?

Nonprofit managers and leaders on the rise


Surround yourself with peers who are raising the bar for what nonprofits can achieve.

Nonprofit executives and C-suite leaders


One introduction at a CNM executive lunch could fund your mission for the next five years.


Nonprofits ready to grow stronger

Train your entire team in the practices that are setting the standard for the sector.

“I’ve been a member of CNM for several years and have found it a great place to network and learn about fundraising trends. I’ve been fortunate to make great introductions that have led to lasting donor success.”

Susan Keating Smith, Development Director, TCU Engage

With CNM Membership, you can:


Find your next position, your next donor, or your next great hire

Surround yourself with leaders who know your challenges, share your ambitions, and are actively building stronger organizations. Access exclusive quarterly socials, executive lunches, forums and special events. 

Stay at the forefront of what’s working in nonprofit leadership today

CNM is setting the standard for how nonprofits operate. Membership keeps you plugged into the ideas, people, and conversations shaping the sector via exclusive lectures, expert panels, and more. 

Unlock special access to CNM expertise, training, and resources

Membership pays for itself the moment you register for your first certificate program. You can also access our exclusive jobs board, preferred rates from vetted service providers, office spaces, and personalized resume review. 

“Being an active member with CNM has allowed our medium-sized nonprofit to access data collection and management, education, and consulting services that are first rate, cutting edge, and would not be accessible otherwise.”

Tim Grigsby, CEO; Organizational Member for 12+ years

Membership Tiers

To get started, create an account on our member portal and select your tier to complete your registration and unlock immediate access.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Pay one annual fee to enroll your entire team — no per-seat charges, no limits on who can access member benefits. The fee is based on your organization's annual operating budget:

    • Under $499,999:  $300

    • $500,000 to $999,999: $400

    • $1M to $4.9M: $550

    • $5M to $9.9M:  $750

    • $10M or more:  $1,000

    To enroll your team, create your account via the member portal, select the annual operating budget for your organization and pay the fee accordingly. 

  • Organizational membership covers your entire organization, giving everyone on your team access to preferred rates on training, the job board, networking socials, forums, webinars, and featured speakers.

  • If you’re a VP or C-suite leader, Executive is built for you. If you’re a nonprofit manager or department head, start with the Professional tier.

    Still not sure? Contact us — we’ll be glad to help you decide.

  • Yes — you can upgrade your membership tier at any time. Contact us and we’ll take care of it.

  • To access your member benefits, create an account on our member portal to complete your registration and payment. Once you’ve done that, you’ll receive a welcome email with everything you need to get started.

    For questions or issues, contact us at membership@thecnm.org.

  • If you run into any issues, email us directly at membership@thecnm.org and a real person will get back to you promptly.

  • We’re here to help. Send an email to membership@thecnm.org with any questions not addressed here and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Ready to lead alongside the best in the sector?


The peers, the expertise, and the opportunities you need to keep growing are already here. And now, so are you.