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Membership Program - FAQsWhat’s the difference between being a member and a shareholder?Members of Waltham Fields Community Farm pay annual dues of $25. These funds are used to support the charitable programs of the organization: our Hunger Relief Program, Children’s Learning Garden, Outreach Program, and Service Learning Program. Shareholders of Waltham Fields Community Farm pay for a share of our harvest. Funds from the sales of shares are used exclusively to pay for the costs of producing that food. Are all members also shareholders?No. There are many wonderful people in our community who are members because they support the work that we do, but are not shareholders. Are all shareholders also members?Yes. We do ask that in order to purchase a share, or split a share, each household also initiates or renews their membership. Why is membership important?Membership dues account for approximately 12% of the funds raised each year to make our charitable programs possible. In addition, a strong membership base provides clout for Waltham Fields Community Farm, which is especially important given that our entire land base is currently held in year to year leases. How long does my membership last?Historically, membership was simply associated with a calendar year, regardless of when the dues were paid during that year. Starting in 2008, memberships will be good for 12 months from the date that dues are paid. We will send out lapsed membership notices by email on a quarterly basis, including a notice in our Annual Appeal in the fall. Members who paid dues in November or December 2007 will be grandfathered in with a membership start date of January 1, 2008. Memberships paid for prior to November 2007 are now considered lapsed. What are the benefits of membership?Membership benefits include:
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