Become a member
There is lots of work happening to address the complex challenges our community faces. Working together amplifies our individual efforts to build a better, more equitable community in which everyone can thrive.
Toward Common Ground is a collective of community organizations working together to improve well-being across Guelph and Wellington County. Members are supported to identify shared needs and participate in community-based and collaborative planning, decision-making, and action. By fostering relationships and sharing insights and empirical evidence, we facilitate joint efforts to create a healthy and vibrant community for everyone.
We invite community service organizations, community funders, researchers, and businesses who share our vision and values to join as members.
Member benefits
Stay informed about what is happening in Guelph and Wellington County
Members receive regular communications profiling local data and information, resources, opportunities, and shared successes.
Attend collaboration and networking events
Toward Common Ground hosts semi-annual community meetings to learn about local issues and plan collaborative projects to address shared goals and amplify impact. Member organizations receive two tickets to attend these meetings. Additional tickets can be purchased at a discounted rate.
Identify collective needs and opportunities for working together
Members are eligible to sit on the Toward Common Ground Steering Committee to guide the work of Toward Common Ground.
Access discounted social enterprise rates
Members are eligible for discounted rates for services offered by Toward Common Ground, including training and facilitation, planning and evaluation, and technical writing.
Access free Community Resilience Training
Members receive free access to online Community Resilience Training and resources developed by the Community Resilience Coalition of Guelph & Wellington.
Showcase your commitment to collective action
Members can display the Toward Common Ground Member logo in their web-based communications.
Membership fees
While Toward Common Ground is committed to the well-being of all, we appreciate that resources are distributed differently across our community. Sliding-scale membership options are available. Organizations are encouraged to make a meaningful contribution according to their size and budget.
The following are suggested annual investments based on your organizational budget.
- Less than $2 million: $100–$500
- $2 million to $5 million: $500–$1,000
- $5 million to $10 million: $1,000–$2,500
- $10 million to $25 million: $2,500–$5,000
- More than $25 million: $5,000–$10,000
Membership terms and renewal
Membership will last one year and will automatically renew the following year, unless Toward Common Ground is notified in writing prior to renewal.
Memberships are non-refundable.
The Toward Common Ground Steering Committee has the right to deny or cancel memberships as seen fit.