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pic_ring.jpg ACE helps nonprofits and members to achieve their goals in the communities they serve and cut their costs, provide high-quality assistance and information on effective practices in nonprofit management and leadership through standards for best practice, foster collaboration among nonprofits, advocate on issues that affect all 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and enhance public recognition of the value of the nonprofit sector.

ACE Membership is open to all Arkansas nonprofits, foundations, businesses, and individuals interested in participating in this mission.  Dues are on an annual basis, and are structured according to operating budget for nonprofits, and according to staff size for businesses. 

If you have questions regarding membership or member benefits, contact Sam at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or 501.375.1225.

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Nonprofit

Total Operating Revenue

Annual Dues

$24,999 - and under

$25

$25,000 - $150,000

$50

$150,001 - $500,000

$125

$500,001 - $1,000,000

$250

$1,000,001 - $5,000,000

$375

$500,000,001 - $10,000,000

$500

$10,000,001 and over

$1,000

Benefits

For NonprofitsNonprofit Membership is open to all 501(c)(3) organizations registered in the State of Arkansas.  Nonprofit membership dues are based on your organization’s operating budget.  ACE nonprofit members have access to exceptional benefits: 

COST SAVINGS

  • Office Depot U.S. Communities account (discounts on office supplies and more!)
  • Grantstation Insider and full access to Grantstation.com’s searchable database of grantmakers
  • ReadyTalk phone and web conferencing discounts
  • Discounts on Publications from Nonprofit Quarterly, The Fieldstone Alliance, and Stanford Social Innovation Review
  • Discounts on Conferences and Training
  • Discounts on Prescription Drug costs through SunRX Program
  • Discount on Giftworks Fundraising Software through Mission Research
  • Health insurance option through BRAVO

 VOICE FOR NONPROFITS (POLICY)

  • Policy Alerts on issues affecting nonprofits
  • Your voice for  nonprofits in Arkansas Legislature
  • The Arkansas representative to the National Council of Nonprofit Associations

NETWORK OF MEMBERS 

  • Access to member list with website links
  • Conference and Training Opportunities for Peer Networking
  • Link from our website to yours
  • Nonprofit Employment Center

HELP FOR YOU AND YOUR ORGANIZATION (Tools, Resources, and Information)

  • Health Benefit Option for ACE members through BRAVO (QCA Health Plan, Inc. -QualChoice)
  • Answers to FAQ for members only
  • The Arkansas Diamond Standards Assessment Tools
  • ACE monthly e-news
  • Nonprofit Risk Management Center Newsletter and Resources
  • Nonprofit World- a publication of the Society for Nonprofit Organizations
  • Resource Room with Access to GrantStation and Foundation Center (in the Charles A. Frueauff Foundation Offices)

 

Friends of ACE is a category of membership designed specifically for businesses, consultants, government agencies, students and individuals who want to participate in the success of Arkansas’ nonprofit sector through ACE.  This membership category is divided into sub-groups according to size and scope (in the case of businesses and other agencies) and includes those individuals seeking to start a nonprofit organization or interested in learning more about the nonprofit sector.

Membership Type

Annual Dues

Student

$25

Individual (not affiliated with a 501c3 or business)

$50

Benefits

 

  •  For IndividualsIndividual membership is for individuals supporting advancement of the nonprofit sector, and not affiliated with a 501(c)(3) or business.
  • ACE e-News
  • Nonprofit World- a publication of the Society for Nonprofit Organizations
  • Grantstation Insider and Find-a-Funder Database
  • Link from our website to yours
  • Access to Member Listing
  • Answers to FAQ for members only
  • Discounts on Trainings
  • Policy Alerts
  • Access to and discounts using Nonprofit Career Center    

 

Membership Type

Annual Dues

Business or Consultant (1-5 staff)

$100

Government Agency

$150

Business or Consultant (6-10 staff)

$250

Business or Consultant (11-50 staff)

$500

Business or Consultant (50-100 staff)

$750

Business or Consultant (+100 staff)

$1000

Benefits

  •  For BusinessesFor businesses and consultants, ACE membership provides many opportunities to connect with nonprofits and nonprofit information in Arkansas.
  • Listing in our Business Directory
  • Access to Membership Listing
  • Link from our website to yours
  • Grantstation Insider and Find-a-Funder Database
  • ACE e-news
  • Policy Updates
  • Discounts on Publications from the Nonprofit Quarterly, the Fieldstone Alliance, and the Stanford Social Innovation Review
  • Resource Room
  • Access to and discounts using Nonprofit Career Center   

 

 
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200 S. Commerce St. Ste 100, Little Rock, AR 72201 · office: 501.375.1223 · fax: 501.324.2236
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