Who can join our network?

Membership in the Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies is open to voluntary nonprofit organizations that meet the following requirements:

• The agency is a duly incorporated 501(c)(3) organization;
  
• Maintains an effective program designed to meet a recognized need for health and welfare services;
  
• Has a responsible and active governing board that:
  a) exercises overall responsibility for the development and implementation of the agency's policies, programs, and
  b) avails itself of adequate representation from the community it serves;
  c) meets with sufficient regularity to discharge its duties and responsibilities;
  
• Is governed by by-laws and other rules which adequately state the purpose of the agency and the duties and functions of its governing body, committee and officers;
  
• A competent executive officer is empowered to direct its work,and a staff qualified by training and experience in accordance with the agency purpose;
  
• Has adequate physical facilities and equipment for the services rendered;
  
• Adheres to standards of service established by recognized standard-setting bodies in those areas in which the agency operates. Has a financial program adequate for the agency's support, and sound economic policies and procedures in the conduct of its operations;
  
• Follows policies assuring racial integration in the areas of client groups served, staff employment/utilization and composition of boards and committees.

What benefits does FPWA offer?

How can my agency join?