Equality is the Future
of Commerce
We are a pivotal not-for-profit, non-partisan organization uniting hundreds of LGBTQ+ and ally businesses and leaders across the DC metropolitan area. At our core, we inspire around 5,000 individuals through powerful messaging, networking events, and educational workshops, leveraging our vast network of community partners and event attendees within the capital’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community.
Member Benefits
Membership Tiers
Diamond
$1,000/Yr
Traditional Diamond Members are larger companies looking to promote themselves to the community and provide professional development benefits for their employees
- Maximum exposure wherever members are promoted
- Discounts on all other events for up to six (6) registered individuals at your company
- Invitations to exclusive events
- Company Spotlight in one Connections e-Newsletters
- First right of refusal to host and sponsor events
- Business Directory listing
- Opportunities for employee leadership development through conducting training and workshops
- Use of ECCDC Proud Member logo
- Logo on the website and social media promotions
Gold
$650/Yr
The Gold Membership is intended for small businesses that want to elevate the exposure of their business in the community and include up to 3 employees as Chamber members under their organization.
- Inclusion of up to three (3) guests within your organization at paid core events
- Discounts on all other events for up to three (3) registered individuals at your company
- Business Directory listing
- Use of ECCDC Proud Member Logo
- Opportunities to host and sponsor event
Silver
$400/Yr
Silver Members are typically single-person businesses or individual practitioners who want increased exposure and inclusion in our online Business Directory.
- Free admission for one (1) member to paid core events
- One (1) registered contact as a member
- Discounts on all other events
- Business Directory listing in up to 3 categories - both online and in print
- Opportunities to host and sponsor events
Community
$175/Yr
We both support and rely on the DC Metro Area's rich community of nonprofit organizations.
This membership level is intended for area non-profits to gain access to Chamber benefits and to combine forces to provide benefits of mutual interest to our respective memberships and to the wider queer & allied community as a whole.
- Free admission to paid core events
- Discounts on all other events
- Opportunities to host and sponsor events
- Priority access for a free table at Mega Networking (for which there is always a wait list), the area's largest annual LGBTQIA+ networking event
- Opportunities for co-hosted and co-branded events
Individual
$175/Yr
This membership level is intended for professionals who want to deepen their network, expose themselves to professional development opportunities, and/or explore the possibility of becoming an entrepreneur.
- Free admission to paid core events
- Discounts on all other events
- Opportunities to host and sponsor events
- NOTE: the Professional Individual level does NOT include NGLCC certification fee waiver OR a Business Directory listing (neither online nor in print). Consider the Business Membership or higher level to get more exposure & marketing for your business!
Volunteer With Us
We are a pivotal not-for-profit, non-partisan organization uniting hundreds of LGBTQ+ and ally businesses and leaders across the DC metropolitan area. At our core, we inspire around 5,000 individuals through powerful messaging, networking events, and educational workshops, leveraging our vast network of community partners and event attendees within the capital’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community.
Become an Ambassador
As an Ambassador, you will embody the spirit of the
Chamber, promoting inclusivity, aiding in outreach, and
advocating for our core mission across the community. Seize
this opportunity to contribute significantly to our influential
network. Sign up today to make a difference!