Members and Memberships – HimalEd Foundation

Membership Types: The Foundation shall have three types of members: general members, life members, and honorary members.

General Members:

Any individual who supports the mission and objectives of The Foundation may apply for general membership. Membership applications are subject to approval by the Executive Committee.
General members are required to pay a one-time non-refundable application fee of $25 if residing in a developed country, and $5 if residing elsewhere.
General members are non-voting members of The Foundation.
The Executive Committee reserves the right to approve or deny the application for general membership.

Life Members:

Any individual may apply for life membership of The Foundation.
To be eligible, the individual must first hold general membership.
A general member may submit an application for life membership using the designated form.
The Executive Committee will review the applicant’s eligibility and retains the authority to adjudicate the application.
Life members must pay a one-time non-refundable application fee of $505 if residing in a developed country, or $101 if residing elsewhere. Life membership fee includes the previously paid General Membership fee. Life members have the option to pay the entire membership fee of $505 upfront or in installments: $205 in the first year, $200 in the second year, and in $200 in the third year (total $600).

Honorary Member:

Any individual who is recognized for outstanding service, philanthropy, or significant contributions to the field of education or to the mission of the Foundation may be granted honorary membership.
Honorary members are non-voting members of The Foundation.