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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 is open to anyone like to drop by and take a look around. People are welcome to come by and work on projects related to events along with an invite from a member. To utilize the space for personal projects or anything to takes up resources of the space, you are kindly asked to become a good standing member.
Anyone can use the space. Most people that come to Noisebridge are not members.


=== How does one get a key? How does one become a member? What is the cost of membership? ===
=== How does one become a member? What is the cost of membership? ===
All members have access to the space whenever they feel like (currently via a key). Please check out the [[Noisebridge_Membership]] page for instructions on how to become a member. Membership dues are $80 for a regular member, with a special $40 rate for "starving hackers".  We're funded entirely by member 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? ===
=== Do I have to be a member to attend classes or workshops? ===
* Access to the space.
No, classes and workshops are open to everyone. Check out the [[:Category:Events|events]] page to see upcoming events and classes.
* Allowed use of any shared resources within the space.
* Ability to hold events in the space for other members or non-members.
* Included 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 support Noisebridge? ===
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.


=== How can I pay my membership dues? ===
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]].
You can pay your monthly membership dues in any number of ways.<br>
 
* We accept dues payments to our '''PayPal''' account:<br>
=== How can I pay my membership dues or donate? ===
noisebridge23@gmail.com<br>
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>
*You can also set up an '''automatic monthly PayPal payment''' for dues:<br>
'''[[Donate or Pay Dues| Click here for more details]].'''
For automatic regular payments of $80 per month:<br>
https://www.paypal.com/subscriptions/business=noisebridge23@gmail.com&item_name=Noisebridge%20Monthly%20Dues%20%28Standard%29&cy_code=USD&a3=80&p3=1&t3=M&src=1<br>
For automatic starving hacker payments of $40 per month:<br>
https://www.paypal.com/subscriptions/business=noisebridge23@gmail.com&item_name=Noisebridge%20Monthly%20Dues%20%28Starving%20Hacker%29&cy_code=USD&a3=40&p3=1&t3=M&src=1<br>
* You can '''write a check''', made out to "Noisebridge", and either give it to a board member at the space or put it in an envelope, label it, and stick it in the freezer., or you can mail it to:<br>
Noisebridge<br>
83C Wiese St.<br>
San Francisco, CA  94114<br>
* You can also '''give cash''' to a board member at the space or put it in an envelope, label it, and stick it in the freezer in the space.


=== Are membership dues tax deductible? ===
=== Are membership dues tax deductible? ===
No.
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]].'''
== Questions about 83c ==
 
=== When is Noisebridge open? ===
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.
 
=== 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 does (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.<br>
* We accept dues payments to our '''PayPal''' account:<br>
noisebridge23@gmail.com<br>
* You can '''write a check''', made out to "Noisebridge", and either give it to a board member at the space or put it in an envelope, label it, and stick it in the freezer., or you can mail it to:<br>
Noisebridge<br>
83C Wiese St.<br>
San Francisco, CA  94114<br>
* You can also '''give cash''' to a board member at the space or put it in an envelope, label it, and stick it in the freezer in the space.
 
=== Are donations to Noisebridge tax deductible? ===
Noisebridge is an educational non-profit CA corporation for the public good, and we are about to apply for our 501(c)(3) tax exempt status.  Once we are approved for our tax exempt status, all donations to Noisebridge are retroactively tax deductible.

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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 | edit source]

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

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 | edit source]

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 | edit source]

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 | edit source]

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 | edit source]

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 | edit source]

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

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