Members of AALS have a deep commitment to supporting minorities and giving back to the community. For AALS membership, an annual gift of at least $1,000 can be made through the workplace campaign or through an individual donation. AALS also offers a step-up program which allows participants to gradually increase their gift from $600 to $1,000 over three years while enjoying full membership and recognition in AALS.

Step-Up Program
For those individuals not quite ready to join AALS at the $1,000 level, the AALS Step-Up program allows current leadership givers to gradually increase their gift over a period of three years. Step-Up members will make a commitment to increase their United Way gift, giving at least $600 in year one, $800 in year two and $1,000 in year three. Step-Up members are recognized as AALS members and have access to all AALS benefits.

Benefits

• Exclusive invitations to member events and volunteer opportunities

• Opportunities to network with top executives from leading companies and minority business owners at member receptions and events

• Waived tuition for the award-winning Project Inclusion 13-week Board Governance Leadership and Development Program (cost $125) 

• Recognition in United Way publications

• Subscription to member newsletter to keep up with relevant news and events

Established in 2007, AALS engages and unites more than 500 professionals with shared affinities for making a difference locally through leadership giving and volunteer service. AALS also partners with companies in the region to strengthen workplace diversity. With more than $226,000 given through annual workplace campaigns and over $18,000 infused into the community through our Endowment Fund, AALS is helping change the odds in South Hampton Roads.