Join the NAACP

The time is now. By becoming a member of NAACP, you'll join a network of activists standing up to injustice, fighting back against systemic racism, and answering the call for equality.

Civil rights, social justice, and YOU

As a member, you'll make a difference each and every day in this fight and become part of a vibrant community of people who stand for justice and equality. NAACP relies on the commitment and dedication of our members to help us stand up to racial disparities that are still too prevalent in America.

Your membership allows you to:

Work with activists and organizers in local NAACP branches
Organize marches, rallies, and direct action campaigns to bring attention to local issues
Support access to quality education, healthcare, economic opportunities
Advocate for laws and policies to improve your community
Participate in voter registration and get out the vote campaigns
Attend national events, regional conferences, and trainings to sharpen your advocacy and leadership skills

For any additional questions regarding membership, please contact our Membership Department at members@naacpnet.org, or call 866-636-2227.

Honoring a legend

Bishop William H. Graves Sr., a trailblazer for justice and equality, was a member of the NAACP National Board of Directors for 27 years. One of the nation's most consequential religious and civic leaders, he was actively involved in the social and political issues facing disadvantaged communities. With his quiet, strong demeanor, Bishop Graves was a spiritual giant who knew hardships and the blessings of second chances.

Join us in honoring this longtime activist and advisor to The Crisis magazine by becoming a member today. Select the Bishop Graves campaign during the signup process above to continue his legacy of fighting for civil rights and social justice.

NAACP Membership

Choose the membership type that best fits you.

Junior Life (Payable in annual installments of $25 or more) – $100
(Ages 13 & under)
Bronze Life (Payable in annual installments of $50 or more) – $400
(Ages 14-20)
Silver Life (Payable in annual installments of $75 or more) – $750
Gold Life (Payable in installments of $150 or more) – $1,500
Only available to Silver or Regular Life Members
Diamond Life (Payable in installments of $250 or more) – $2,500
Only available to Gold or Golden Heritage Life Members

Furthering the Mission

At 110 years old, Pearl Bassett was the oldest living member of the NAACP. Ms. Pearl, as she was affectionately called, joined in 1930 after witnessing a lynching in her hometown of Marion, Indiana.

The Crisis

Ms. Pearl Set the Standard: Lifetime Memberships are Lifeblood of NAACP

We tackle today's toughest challenges

Race & Justice

Racial equity and justice through discourse and policy change

30%likelihood of a Black person to be stopped without just cause than a white person

65%of Black adults have felt targeted because of their race

Inclusive Economy

Mobility and a thriving Black economy

10Xmore income made by White families than Black families

80%higher mortgage denial rate for Blacks applicants than white applicants

Education Innovation

A world-class education for all students

32%of Black students lived in poverty in 2018

45%of Black students attended high-poverty schools in fall 2017

Health & Well-being

An inclusive culture of health and equitable social health systems

34%of COVID-19 deaths were among non-Hispanic Black people

3xBlack women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes

Environmental Climate Justice

An environmental, social, and economic revolution

68%of Black Americans live or have lived within 30 miles of a coal-fired power plant over the past several decades

60%of Black Americans live in communities with uncontrolled toxic waste sites

Advocacy & Litigation

Fair and just representation for all by standing up for our rights in the courts and in Congress

675kcalls made by NAACP volunteers to Black voters in 2020

10battleground states reached during 2020 election year

Next Generation Leadership

Support for young leaders and change agents

300kyoung people have participated in the NAACP ACT-SO Achievement Program

40+years producing top Black talent through ACT-SO

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The Work of the NAACP is critical to improving our communities. I joined because, just as much as our community needs the NAACP, the association needs each of us to step up and share our time and talents to further the progress of civil rights and social justice.

- Joshua H., NAACP Baltimore Vice President