Charging Membership Fees

Step 1: Establish a membership program

Some Projects choose to use a membership structure, where individuals or groups purchase a membership in exchange for a defined set of benefits provided by the Project. Membership programs must be related to the Project's charitable purpose. In most cases, membership fees are not eligible for a tax receipt. 

Step 2: Determine how to collect membership fees

Projects have the following options for collecting membership fees:

  • Use the MakeWay membership payment platform.
  • Arrange for MakeWay to generate invoices for membership payments.

Projects that are considering using a specific platform or member management software should consult with their Project Specialist.

Do not direct people to pay membership fees via the Project's donation page. This would automatically generate a tax receipt and membership fees are generally not eligible for tax receipts. 

Step 3: Track membership payments and member standing

Project should work with their Finance Specialist to review financial statements to identify and track membership payments. Projects are responsible for tracking member standing.