MEMBERSHIP
Business & Individual Members
Business Members
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Must have their primary place of business headquartered in Eastern Washington
At least 50% of ownership must lie with individuals residing within this area.
Must be free to make their own business decisions without the need for approval by owners or affiliates outside the area (this does not bar participation in decisions by minority owners residing outside the area).
Must adhere and be aligned with SIMBA’s mission, visions, and values
+ Sustaining Business Membership (starting at $500 annually)
+ Sponsoring Membership (starting at $1,000 annually)
+ Non-Profit Business Membership (starting at $75 annually)
+ Individual Membership (starting at $15 annually)
+ Student Business Owner Membership (starting at $50 annually)
Student Business Owner Memberships
For actively enrolled college students, this membership is $50 annually or $5 monthly and includes all the same benefits as the Supporting Business Membership. Proof of active enrollment is required—simply email us at info@spokaneindependent.org to get started.
Listing in our Premium Member Directory
Live Plan: 45 days free (30 additional days with $15)
Social Media Posts: Member Highlight single slide
Reels: No reel
Newsletters: One newsletter with logo and link
Eblast/Forms: One per member year with logo and link
SIMBA Website: 5 days on member page if your membership is at $300+ annually
Job Posts & Community Calendar: Unlimited
Exclusive member social invites
SIMBA Facebook Group Access
Free business support meetings with SIMBA Staff
Ability to Join SIMBA Committees and Boards
Businesses that join at this level get discounted SIMBA membership rates for their members, clients, customers (10% off supporting membership) - ask us for a custom code
Supporting Business Membership
Feel supported in key networking opportunities and access marketing benefits through SIMBA’s vibrant community of like-minded businesses and leaders.
Listing in our Premium Member Directory
Live Plan: 45 days free (30 additional days with $15)
Social Media Posts: Member Highlight single slide
Reels: No reel
Newsletters: One newsletter with logo and link
Eblast/Forms: One per member year with logo and link
SIMBA Website: 5 days on member page if your membership is at $300+ annually
SIMBA Merch Discounts: 10% off merch
Job Posts & Community Calendar: Unlimited
Exclusive member social invites
SIMBA Facebook Group Access
Free business support meetings with SIMBA Staff
Ability to Join SIMBA Committees and Boards
Businesses that join at this level get discounted SIMBA membership rates for their members, clients, customers (10% off supporting membership) - ask us for a custom code
Recommended Contribution: $350
Range: $150 – $499
Can be paid annually or monthly! Minimum of $13/month if paid monthly.
Student Business Owner Membership
For actively enrolled college students, this membership is $50 annually or $5 monthly and includes all the same benefits as the Supporting Business Membership. Proof of active enrollment is required—simply email us at info@spokaneindependent.org to get started.
Sustaining Business Membership
Make a lasting impact by partnering with us to influence and support your business within the community. Benefit from direct marketing exposure, extensive technical support, networking opportunities, and amplified social media reach.
Listing in our Premium Member Directory
Live Plan: 60 days free (30 additional days with $15)
Social Media Posts: Member Highlight - one intro slide, two photos, bio photo, and bio with extra detail as caption
Reels: One reel (intro to business)
Newsletters: One newsletter with paragraph, logo, and link
Eblast/Forms: Five per member year
SIMBA Website: One week on the member page, one week on the main page
SIMBA Merch Discounts: 15% off merch
Live Local Website: One-week highlight with quote
SIMBA Merch Discounts: 15% off merch
Job Posts & Community Calendar: Unlimited
Exclusive member social invites with 50% off plus one
SIMBA Facebook Group Access
Free business support meetings with SIMBA Staff
Ability to Join SIMBA Committees and Boards
Businesses that join at this level get discounted SIMBA membership rates for their members, clients, customers (25% off supporting membership)
Recommended Contribution:$750
Range: $500 - $999
Can be paid annually or monthly! Minimum of $42/month if paid monthly.
Sponsoring Membership
Receive an outstanding return on your business’s investment and access resources and support while connecting with a dynamic network of like-minded business and community members.
Listing in our Premium Member Directory
Live Plan: 90 days (30 additional days with $15)
Social Media Posts: Member Highlight - one intro slide, four photos, bio photo, and bio with extra detail as caption
Reels: One reel (intro to business or topic of choice for the sponsor)
Newsletters: One newsletter per member year with three paragraphs, logo, and link
Eblast/Forms: Ten per member year
SIMBA Website: Two weeks on member page, three weeks on main page
Live Local Website: Two-week highlight with quote
Feature: Image/logo in footer of website (SIMBA and Live Local)
SIMBA Merch Discounts: 20% off merch
Job Posts & Community Calendar: Unlimited
Exclusive Member Social Invites with free plus 1
SIMBA Private Facebook Group Access
Free business support meetings with SIMBA Staff
Ability to Join SIMBA Committees & Boards
Businesses that join at this level get discounted SIMBA membership rates for their members, clients, customers (40% off supporting membership) - ask us for a custom code
Recommended Contribution:$1500
Range: $1000+
Can be paid annually or monthly! Minimum of $83/month if paid monthly.
Non-Profit Business Membership
Listing in our Premium Member Directory
Live Plan: 45 days free (30 additional days with $15)
Social Media Posts: Member Highlight single slide
Reels: No reel
Newsletters: One newsletter with logo and link
Eblast/Forms: One per member year with logo and link
SIMBA Website: 5 days on member page if your membership is at $300+ annually
SIMBA Merch Discounts: 10% off merch
Job Posts & Community Calendar: Unlimited
Exclusive member social invites
SIMBA Facebook Group Access
Free business support meetings with SIMBA Staff
Ability to Join SIMBA Committees and Boards
Businesses that join at this level get discounted SIMBA membership rates for their members, clients, customers (10% off supporting membership) - ask us for a custom code
Recommended Contribution: $100
Range: $75+
Can be paid annually or monthly! Minimum of $7/month if paid monthly.
Individual Memberships
Newsletters: One letter thank you mention
SIMBA Website: Thank you mention on the member page
SIMBA Merch Discounts: 10% off merch
Individual Benefits: 10 days advance notice of SIMBA job posting
Job Posts & Community Calendar: Unlimited
Exclusive Member Social Invites
SIMBA Facebook Group Access
Free business support meetings with SIMBA Staff
Recommended Contribution: $50
Range: $15+ annually
Can be paid annually or monthly! Minimum of $5/month if paid monthly.