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CASE Membership for Institutions in the U.S. and Canada

CASE is the global nonprofit membership association serving more than 90,000 educational advancement professionals in alumni relations, communications, development, marketing, and advancement services. Our members share a common goal: to champion education and transform lives and society.

 

Eligibility

Institutions eligible for CASE membership include:

  • Schools: Accredited, nonprofit primary and secondary schools
  • Higher Education Institutions: Accredited, nonprofit, degree-granting two-year and four-year public and private colleges and universities, including graduate/professional schools
  • Foundations: Foundations associated with higher education institutions
  • Other Organizations: Alumni associations, Educational Associates (e.g., museums, hospitals, and other charitable organizations)
  • System or District Offices: School system offices or college/university system offices
  • Higher Education Systems: Entire college or university systems

If you're unsure about your institution’s eligibility, contact our U.S./Canada Membership team at [email protected]  or 202-328-2273.

 

Benefits

CASE membership is institutional.

All employees at a member institution can access CASE benefits at no additional cost. Member benefits include:

  • Up to 40% off all CASE conferences
  • Access to customized data and strategic research to drive your fundraising and campaign planning
  • Access to the latest advancement issues and trends in Currents, our flagship magazine
  • Advancement research and resources from our CASE Library

And much more! Learn about CASE member benefits.

 

Dues Rates

Dues rates are effective July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026.

The following rates apply to institutions based in the U.S./Canada region. For institutions outside this region, visit our global membership page.

Dues are based on full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment, as reported by DASL or other relevant education authorities. 

Benefits extend to all staff at the institution, foundation, or alumni association (if applicable).

Enrollment (FTE)USDCAD
0-99$870CAD 710
100-299$1,085CAD 870
300-499$1,740CAD 1,415
500-799$2,280CAD 1,795
800-999$2,715CAD 2,175
1000-1999$3,585CAD 2,880
2000-99999$4,565CAD 3,645

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Dues are based on full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment, as reported by IPEDS or other relevant education authorities. 

Benefits extend to all staff at the institution, foundation, or alumni association (if applicable).

Enrollment (FTE)USDCAD
0-499$980CAD 760
500-1999$1,305CAD 1,035
2000-4999$1,845CAD 1,470
5000-9999$2,280CAD 1,795
10000-19999$3,045CAD 2,450
20000+$3,585CAD 2,880

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Dues are based on full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment, as reported by IPEDS or other relevant education authorities. 

Benefits extend to all staff at the institution, foundation, or alumni association (if applicable).

Enrollment (FTE)USDCAD
0-499$1,630CAD 1,305
500-999$3,150CAD 2,500
1000-2999$4,565CAD 3,535
3000-4999$6,195CAD 4,780
5000-9999$8,585CAD 6,575
10000-14999$10,325CAD 8,150
15000-19999$12,280CAD 9,345
20000-24999$14,235CAD 11,035
25000-34999$18,150CAD 14,020
35000+$20,320CAD 16,195

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Foundation staff affiliated with a CASE member institution can access benefits at no additional cost. 

Foundations seeking independent CASE membership have two options: 

  1. Foundations affiliated with colleges and universities 

    A foundation may join separately from the institution it supports, and the dues will be based on net assets managed. Benefits only convey to foundation staff. This is a suitable option if most of the advancement staff are foundation employees. An individual cannot access benefits if they are not an employee of the foundation.

  2. Foundations that support multiple institutions

    If the foundation supports more than one institution, the largest institution must be a CASE member. Dues are based on its enrollment; foundation membership is complimentary. Benefits extend to the member institution and foundation staff only. 

Staff at the institutions that are not members, but are supported by the foundation, may not access benefits. For full access for all staff, consider the system-wide membership option.

Net Assets Managed (USD)USDCAD
Up to $10,000,000$1,630CAD 1,275
$ 10,000,001 - $ 25,000,000$2,045CAD 1,595
$ 25,000,001 - $ 100,000,000$2,555CAD 1,990
$ 100,000,001 - $ 250,000,000$3,195CAD 2,495
$ 250,000,001 - $ 500,000,000$4,000CAD 3,120
$ 500,000,001 - $ 1,000,000,000$5,000CAD 3,900
$ 1,000,000,001 or more$6,250CAD 4,875

This member type is not available for online join. Please complete this form and someone from our Membership team will contact you.

Registered nonprofit charitable organizations (e.g., museums, hospitals) that incorporate an educational element in their programming/work are eligible to join CASE at a flat annual rate.

 USDCAD
Educational Associates$3,310CAD 2,590

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Other TypesUSDCAD
System / District Office$3,310CAD 2,590
Alumni Association$3,310CAD 2,590
Public School Foundation$1,035CAD 830

System / District Office Only

This member type covers staff employed at the system or district office at a flat annual rate. 

When the system office is a member, individual institutions have the opportunity to join CASE under a bundle with a 10% discount on their appointed rate. If you are interested in a bundled package, please contact our team at [email protected] or call 202-328-2273. 

Alumni Associations

Officially affiliated alumni associations may join separately at a flat annual rate. Benefits are given to staff employed by the alumni association.

If you are interested in joining as an alumni association, please fill out this form.

Public School Foundation

Nonprofit associations or foundations that raise funds to advance education for one or more public schools are eligible to join CASE at a flat annual rate.

If you are interested in joining as a Public School Foundation, please contact our team at [email protected] or call 202-328-2273.

Institutions where the majority of students are enrolled in online programs may be eligible for membership:

  • Two-year institutions: At least 80% of students must be enrolled in online learning
  • Four-year institutions: At least 85% of students must be enrolled in online learning
CategoryDistance Learning/OnlineUSD
Small 2 Year0-10000$1,955
Large 2 Year10001 - 99999$3,480
Small 4 Year 0-25000$4,890
Large 4 Year25001 - 999999$8,150

This member type is not available for online join. Please complete this form and someone from our Membership team will contact you.

Contact Us

If you need more information about membership pricing and benefits, or to request an invoice, contact our Membership team at 202.328.2273 or [email protected].

If you represent an institution not listed, please complete the form and someone from our Membership team will contact you.
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