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'''Frequently asked questions about membership.''' You should probably read this if you're thinking about becoming one.
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== Questions about Membership ==
== Questions about Membership ==


=== How does one get a key? How does one become a member? What is the cost of membership? ===
=== Do I have to be a member to use the space? ===
=== Do I have to be a member to use the space? ===
=== What resources do members have access to? ===
Anyone can use the space. Most people that come to Noisebridge are not members.
 
=== How does one become a member? What is the cost of membership? ===
Please check out [[Membership]] for instructions on how to become a member.
 
=== Do I have to be a member to attend classes or workshops? ===
No, classes and workshops are open to everyone. Check out the [[:Category:Events|events]] page to see upcoming events and classes.
 
=== Do I have to be a member to support Noisebridge? ===
 
Not at all! You can sign up to become a [[Philanthropist|Philanthropist]], which gives you 24-hour access so long as you pay monthly dues (see below). Lots of people don't want to become full members, which can be a long process to achieve, but they still want to give something to Noisebridge and the community. You can set up a monthly donation for [https://www.paypal.com/subscriptions/business=treasurer@noisebridge.net&item_name=Noisebridge%20Monthly%20Donation%20%28Affiliate%20Member%29&cy_code=USD&a3=10&p3=1&t3=M&src=1 $10/mo] [https://www.paypal.com/subscriptions/business=treasurer@noisebridge.net&item_name=Noisebridge%20Monthly%20Donation%20%28Affiliate%20Member%29&cy_code=USD&a3=20&p3=1&t3=M&src=1 $20/mo][https://www.paypal.com/subscriptions/business=treasurer@noisebridge.net&item_name=Noisebridge%20Monthly%20Donation%20%28Affiliate%20Hacker%29&cy_code=USD&a3=40&p3=1&t3=M&src=1 $40/mo][https://www.paypal.com/subscriptions/business=treasurer@noisebridge.net&item_name=Noisebridge%20Monthly%20Donation%20%28Affiliate%29&cy_code=USD&a3=80&p3=1&t3=M&src=1 $80/mo] or [[Donate_or_Pay_Dues|any amount you like]].


== Questions about 83c ==
=== How can I pay my membership dues or donate? ===
You can pay your monthly membership dues in any number of ways, including '''PayPal''' (which allows paying from a bank account or credit card), '''writing a check''' to "Noisebridge", doing a '''direct wire transfer''' or '''giving cash'''.<br>
'''[[Donate or Pay Dues| Click here for more details]].'''


=== When is Noisebridge open? ===
=== Are membership dues tax deductible? ===
=== What happens if I bring my tools into the space? ===
It's complicated: maybe, but donations (in excess of dues) are!<br>
=== Can I keep active projects in the space? ===
'''[[Donate_or_Pay_Dues#Are_membership_dues_tax_deductible.3F| Click here for more details]].'''
=== How does (junk) donations work? ===

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Frequently asked questions about membership. You should probably read this if you're thinking about becoming one.

Questions about Membership[edit]

Do I have to be a member to use the space?[edit]

Anyone can use the space. Most people that come to Noisebridge are not members.

How does one become a member? What is the cost of membership?[edit]

Please check out Membership for instructions on how to become a member.

Do I have to be a member to attend classes or workshops?[edit]

No, classes and workshops are open to everyone. Check out the events page to see upcoming events and classes.

Do I have to be a member to support Noisebridge?[edit]

Not at all! You can sign up to become a Philanthropist, which gives you 24-hour access so long as you pay monthly dues (see below). Lots of people don't want to become full members, which can be a long process to achieve, but they still want to give something to Noisebridge and the community. You can set up a monthly donation for $10/mo $20/mo$40/mo$80/mo or any amount you like.

How can I pay my membership dues or donate?[edit]

You can pay your monthly membership dues in any number of ways, including PayPal (which allows paying from a bank account or credit card), writing a check to "Noisebridge", doing a direct wire transfer or giving cash.
Click here for more details.

Are membership dues tax deductible?[edit]

It's complicated: maybe, but donations (in excess of dues) are!
Click here for more details.