Become an Individual Member of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte

Basic Membership Benefits

    • Member discounts to all WACC programs and events
    • Free admission to select WACC programs and events
    • Recognition of membership contribution on the WACC website (*Diplomat level and higher)
    • Access to book signings by world-renowned experts on global issues
    • Complimentary access for all members to the GlobalPost (formally DailyChatter), a non-partisan international daily newsletter that is widely read by lifelong learners and current event enthusiasts around the world.
    • Free subscription to WACC mailings and e-announcements
    • Customized international travel opportunities specifically designed for members

WACC MEMBERSHIP LEVELS:

$ 80 Individual Membership – all of the above basic member benefits for you

$150 Family Membership – all of the above basic member benefits for you and one additional family member

ADDITIONAL PREMIUM WACC MEMBERSHIP LEVELS:

$ 300 World Sponsorship Membership – all of the above basic member benefits for you and one additional family member plus:

  • Four complimentary program passes for use at any WACC Luncheons (Transferability limited, please advise WACC Staff at least 5 days in advance of guests)
  • Access to all WACC luncheon VIP receptions
  • Special opportunities to meet with distinguished guests

$ 500 Diplomat Membership – all of the above basic member benefits for you and one additional family member plus:

  • Six complimentary program passes for use at any WACC Luncheons (Transferability limited, please advise WACC Staff at least 5 days in advance of guests)
  • One complimentary ticket for use at any WACC Private Dinner with distinguished guests
  • Preferred seating at all programs
  • Special opportunities to meet with distinguished guests
  • Recognition on the WACC website, printed programs, and e-announcements

$ 1,000 Ambassadors Circle Membership – all of the above basic member benefits for you and one additional family member plus:

  • Eight complimentary program passes for use at any WACC Luncheons (Transferability limited, please advise WACC Staff at least 5 days in advance of guests)
  • Two free tickets to the World Citizen Award Dinner (includes access to VIP reception with distinguished guests)
  • Two complimentary WorldQuest admissions
  • Two complimentary tickets for use at any WACC Private Dinner with distinguished guests
  • Invitation to member appreciation events

$2,500 Global Emissary Membership – all Ambassadors Circle membership benefits in addition to:

  • Free access to all WACC Luncheons
  • Four complimentary tickets for use at any WACC Private Dinner with distinguished guests
  • One student table sponsorship for a WACC luncheon
  • $250 off all WACC international travel programs (per membership)

$5,000 Global Envoy Membership– all Global Emissary membership benefits in addition to:

  • Free access to all WACC Programs
  • One table of 8 at the World Citizen Award Dinner ($3,500 value)
  • $500 off all WACC international travel programs per membership

$10,000 Founders Circle Membership – all basic member benefits in addition to:

  • Access to VIP receptions at all WACC luncheons
  • Recognition on WACC website, printed programs and e-announcements
  • Invitation to member appreciation events
  • Preferred seating at all programs
  • Special opportunities to meet with distinguished guests
  • Program Partnership for Three (3) WACC Luncheons, including the following benefits:
  • One table of 10 with preferred seating at the luncheon
  • One (1) seat at the Head Table with the speaker
  • Attendance for all 11 designated representatives to business networking VIP reception
  • Opportunity to introduce the speaker at the program
  • Recognition on WACC website and all communication and social media outreach
  • Recognition from podium and banner displayed at the event
  • Program Partnership for Two (2) WACC Private Dinners
  • Four (4) seats with preferred seating at the Dinner
  • Recognition on WACC website and all communication and social media outreach
  • Opportunity for a private 10 minute meeting with the speaker
  • $1,000 off one WACC international travel program per membership year

REDUCED WACC RATE MEMBERSHIPS

$15 Student Membership – Available to students currently enrolled in a high school (grades 9-12) or an accredited college or university. A valid student email address is required at enrollment. Includes all basic membership benefits.

$30 Teacher Membership – Available to teachers or professors employed by a high school (grades 9–12) or an accredited college or university. A valid institution email address is required at enrollment. Includes all of the above basic member benefits for you. Includes all basic membership benefits.

$35 Young Professionals of WACC Membership – Available to young professionals ages 21–40. Includes all basic membership benefits.