Become A Member
Join the Alliance
California Alliance of Child and Family Services members are child and family serving organizations with programs and services in the areas of child welfare, juvenile justice, special education or children's mental health. Members have, as a primary agency, a not-for-profit, public benefit corporation designated by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) organization. All members meet national accreditation standards. New members are granted provisional status during their accreditation process.
Members of the California Alliance are required to meet the standards of excellence through recognized national accrediting organizations including Social Current/Council on Accreditation, the Joint Commission and CARF International.
New members have three years to complete their accreditation process, and the CA Alliance will support your efforts with the accrediting body you choose.
Member Benefits
When an agency joins the California Alliance of Child and Family Services, it joins a family of outstanding organizations that can be counted on for support, advice, and technical assistance. Member agencies receive all the following services, benefits, and discounts:
Advocacy and Influence
Gain a voice at the state level. We advocate on behalf of our members to shape policies and secure resources that support your mission.
- Representation on statewide policy issues
- Assistance in interfacing with state agencies
- Opportunity to set policy direction by participating in Alliance committees
Exclusive Resources and Training
Access expert-led trainings, toolkits, and best practices designed to strengthen your operations and improve outcomes.
- Access to Members Only areas on the Alliance website
- Comprehensive Member Alerts and Updates
- Access to the Catalyst Center for Learning Communities
Networking and Peer Support
Connect with a diverse community of leaders and organizations to share insights, solve challenges, and collaborate on solutions.
- A community of 165+ nonprofits sharing best practices
- Gain access to specialized peer committees
- Direct access to Alliance and Catalyst Center staff
Cost Savings and Strategic Partnerships
Take advantage of exclusive member discounts, group purchasing opportunities, and partnerships that reduce costs and improve services.
- Member rate at Alliance events including conference(s)
- FREE National Council for Mental Wellbeing membership (A $5,087 value!)
- Various partnership discounts (see below)
Visibility and Recognition
Enhance your organization's credibility and visibility through member spotlights, leadership opportunities, and public recognition.
- Agency inclusion in the member directory
- Leadership opportunities within committees
- Public recognition of your accreditation status
Ready to Join?
Contact our team to learn more about membership benefits and the application process.
Contact Membership TeamExclusive Member Discounts
California Alliance members receive significant savings through our strategic partnerships:
FREE National Council for Mental Wellbeing Membership (Valued at Over $5,000)
This complimentary membership grants you access to the National Council’s resources, advocacy tools, and expert networks.
Discounted CEUs
20% off Catalyst Center CEUs
Grantstation
For $95 a year (savings of 86%)
Mineral Workplace
$75 discounted Alliance rate
Company Mileage
5% discount for Alliance members
Accreditation Guru
Free 30-minute virtual consultation (valued at $400)
SmartCare California
10% off Implementation and 25% off Year 1 Subscription
United Agencies
Guaranteed annual donation from $1,000 to $10,000+
CWLA Membership
10% discount
BOARDnetWORK
Free subscriptions from NIAC
The Imprint Youth Services
10% off The Imprint Youth Services
Fostering Families Today
10% off Fostering Families Today
Social Current/COA
25% off Accreditation
PRAXES
10% off your first project
Training Grounds
10% off trainings
McGriff
Free review of your Health & Safety program
And many more benefits!
Membership Documents
Download these resources to learn more about becoming a member:
Have Questions About Membership?
Corina Dubon, Vice President of
Membership and Outreach
cdubon@cacfs.org