Choose the Membership That's Right for You
Membership determines who you are. Community Champion recognizes your leadership. ZIP Code Coverage determines where you participate.
Founding Lifetime Community Partner
$50
$50 one-time · Lifetime of the program
≈ 32¢ per week
Only 50 Founding Lifetime Memberships will be offered.
- One payment of $50 — no annual renewal fees
- Membership continues for the operating life of the program
- One included Home ZIP Code
- Eligible for ZIP Code Coverage expansion
- Eligible to become a Community Champion
- Participation in weekly Community Grant opportunities
- At least $175 in savings vs. three years at the next rate
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“Lifetime” refers to the operating life of the Community Partner program. The program is currently scheduled through at least June 30, 2029. Subject to program terms and good-standing requirements.
Community Partner
$75
Annual Membership
≈ $1.44 per week
For Partners 51–125 after the Founding Lifetime seats are claimed. Continuously active partners keep this $75 annual rate. Future pricing for new enrollments is subject to change.
- Community Partner Directory listing
- One included Home ZIP Code
- Community Grant ecosystem participation
- ZIP Code Coverage expansion
- Eligibility for Community Champion designation
- Access to future Community Partner benefits
Community Champion
$100 / year per ZIP Code Add-On
Not a membership. An optional annual designation available exclusively to active Community Partners with ZIP Code Coverage. Only one Community Champion may exist per ZIP Code at any given time.
- Exclusive — one per ZIP Code
- Founding Community Champion title (first per ZIP, permanent)
- Official badge, digital seal, certificate & window decal
- Featured placement in Champion directories & spotlights
- Community Champion marketing toolkit
- Early access to future EPIC features
| Feature | Founding Lifetime Partner | Community Partner | Community Champion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Membership Type | Lifetime | Annual | Add-on Designation |
| Cost | $50 one-time | $75/yr (Partners 51–125), then $100/yr | Annual add-on |
| Lifetime Status | Yes | No | N/A |
| Included Home ZIP | Yes | Yes | Uses Partner ZIP |
| ZIP Code Expansion | Yes | Yes | Via Partner |
| Eligible for Community Champion | Yes | Yes | — |
| Community Directory Listing | Yes | Yes | Enhanced |
| Community Grant Participation | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Founding Recognition | Yes | No | No |
| Live Counter | Yes (of 50) | Partners 51–125 | No |
| Community Leadership Recognition | Standard | Standard | Enhanced |
| Featured Placement | Founding badge | Standard | Champion badge |
Every Membership Helps Build Community Grant Funds
- • Every participating residential ZIP Code has its own Community Grant Fund.
- • Residents apply year-round through a Rolling Community Grant Application Process.
- • Each week, Community Grant Funds support eligible residents through Weekly Community Grant Distributions.
- • Community Grant Awards are redeemed with participating Community Partners whenever program rules permit.
- • As a Community Partner, you help build a local ecosystem that benefits both residents and participating organizations.
Why Businesses Join
Community Partners do not simply purchase advertising. They participate in a community ecosystem designed to connect residents with participating Community Partners through Community Grant Funds.
Create More Customer Opportunities
Weekly grant distributions connect residents to your business.
Participate in Weekly Distributions
Every ZIP has its own fund with rolling awards.
Strengthen Local Communities
Contribute to the ecosystem that keeps neighborhoods thriving.
Expand into Additional ZIP Codes
Grow your visibility without buying more memberships.
Statewide Coverage Available
Reach every ZIP in your state with a single upgrade.
Build Community Trust
Show up as a verified partner backed by transparent grantmaking.
Increase Visibility
Featured placement across portals, directory, and grant redemptions.
Grow at Your Own Pace
Start with your home ZIP. Add coverage when you're ready.
How EPIC Works
Step 1
Become a Community Partner
Step 2
Help Build Community Grant Funds
Step 3
Residents Apply — Rolling Application
Step 4
Weekly Community Grant Distributions
Step 5
Awards Redeemed with Community Partners
Community Grant Funds
Every residential ZIP has its own Community Grant Fund. Residents apply through a rolling application process and receive awards through Weekly Community Grant Distributions.
Learn how funds workZIP Code Coverage
One membership. One included Home ZIP. Add ZIP codes with bundle discounts, or upgrade to Statewide Coverage to reach every ZIP.
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