GBA Membership Benefits and Levels
When you become a member of GBA, you support our mission to positively transform the world through the built environment and demonstrate your own commitment to creating a sustainable, economically vibrant future for all.
You will also gain access to benefits to further your knowledge, grow your career, deepen your connections with local industry and nonprofit leaders, and equip you to impact your community.
All GBA members regardless of level receive the following benefits:
- Connections with a diverse community of professionals
- Education, certification and training events
- Member discounts and member-only events
- Opportunities to showcase your projects
- Member Directory for technical assistance
- Visibility for projects and achievements via GBA newsletter, website, LinkedIn and more
View the GBA Member Directory.
Membership Levels
Individual Membership
Organizational Membership
Organizational Members gain membership access and the benefits listed above for multiple staff members, depending on level, and may request private, customized GBA Professional Development trainings or Credential Preparation courses for staff members.
Lifetime Members
Lifetime Members are committed advocates of our work who share their own resources to help multiply our impact. These members pledge a $5,000 contribution (a portion of which is tax-deductible), which can be split into multiple payments or years, thus providing sustaining capacity for the organization. For their generosity and dedication, Lifetime Members receive the following in addition to other typical member benefits:
- A branded GBA fleece vest
- The coveted GBA Klean Kanteen Travel Mug
- A GBA Golf Umbrella (perfect for those rainy-day tours)
- Free access to GBA events for life (excluding Emerald Evening)
Supported Memberships
If you would like to become a member but find it cost-prohibitive, reach out to learn about scholarships! Membership Scholarships awarded will prioritize underrepresented members of the Architecture, Engineering, Construction communities dedicated to creating healthy and high-performing buildings.
Interested but need more information?
Not sure which membership is right for you? Need to confirm your membership status or check to see if you are covered under your employer’s organizational membership? Please reach out to us.