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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 ==


=== Do I have to be a member to use the space? ===
=== Do I have to be a member to use the space? ===
[[The Space|83c]] is open to anyone to drop by and take a look around. Non-members are welcome to come by.  If you use the space extensively, you are kindly asked to become a member.
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? ===
=== How does one become a member? What is the cost of membership? ===
Please check out [[Noisebridge Membership]] for instructions on how to become a member. Membership dues are $80 per month; if $80 is a hardship, we have a special $40/month "starving hacker" rate.  We're funded entirely by dues and donations, so we encourage everyone to be a regular member if they can afford it.  Of course you can always donate additional funds if you're so inclined!
Please check out [[Membership]] for instructions on how to become a member.
 
=== What resources do members have access to? ===
* Access to the space.
* Allowed use of any shared resources within the space.
* Ability to hold events in the space for other members or non-members.
* Participation in consensus decision making about issues and matters dealing with the space during our weekly meetings.
* Storage in space for personal projects and tools.


=== Do I have to be a member to attend classes or workshops? ===
=== Do I have to be a member to attend classes or workshops? ===
No, classes and workshops are open to anyone who receives an invite or announce about it. Check out the [[Mailinglist]] page for information on how to join our announce list.
No, classes and workshops are open to everyone. Check out the [[:Category:Events|events]] page to see upcoming events and classes.
 
=== How can I pay my membership dues? ===
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", or '''giving cash'''.<br>
'''[[Donate or Pay Dues| Click here for more details]].'''


=== Are membership dues tax deductible? ===
=== Do I have to be a member to support Noisebridge? ===
No, but donations (in excess of dues) will be!<br>
'''[[Donate or Pay Dues| Click here for more details]].'''


== Questions about 83c ==
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]].


=== When is Noisebridge open? ===
=== How can I pay my membership dues or donate? ===
Our space (83c Wiese) is open 24/7 to good standing members. Non-members are allowed to visit the space while another member is willing to accompany them.
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>
 
=== Can I keep active projects in the space? ===
Yes! Good standing members are allowed to keep projects and personal items within project boxes.
 
=== What happens if I bring my tools into the space? ===
Members are allowed to keep personal tools and items within project boxes, which are kept separate from donated tools and items. Tools given to the space (not kept within project boxes) are considered to be a donation to the 501c3 nonprofit, accessible to any member at any time. Donations are not returnable or refundable.
 
=== How do (junk) donations work? ===
Only good standing members are allowed to donate items to the space (as to minimize clutter and junk accumulation). If you're not a member and have something big to donate please speak with a member to cosign on the donation.
 
=== How can I donate to Noisebridge? ===
You can donate to Noisebridge in any number of ways, including '''PayPal''' (which allows paying from a bank account or credit card), '''writing a check''' to "Noisebridge", or '''giving cash'''.<br>
'''[[Donate or Pay Dues| Click here for more details]].'''
'''[[Donate or Pay Dues| Click here for more details]].'''


=== Are donations to Noisebridge tax deductible? ===
=== Are membership dues tax deductible? ===
Noisebridge is an educational non-profit CA corporation for the public good, and we have applied for our 501(c)(3) tax exempt status.  Once we are approved for our tax exempt status, which should be within another month or two, all donations to Noisebridge are retroactively tax deductible.  (However, '''dues''' are not deductible due to IRS rules.)
It's complicated: maybe, but donations (in excess of dues) are!<br>
'''[[Donate_or_Pay_Dues#Are_membership_dues_tax_deductible.3F| Click here for more details]].'''

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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.