b'10 REASONS WHY YOUR ORGANIZATIONNEEDS TO BE A CITYGATE NETWORK MEMBER 1 You become part of a huge network of colleagues. When you join, youinstantly get connected to a whole host of friends who are passionate about the same things that move you, and deal with what you do every day. They become an invaluable source of advice and inspiration. Through our Connect Groups, your staff and volunteers can easily bond with their peers across the continent.2 You gain access to mission-specific training and resources. CitygateNetwork is the most complete source for poverty ministry-related educational seminars and materials. Our core curriculum covers all the bases in programming and operations, and technology allows for great learning opportunities in both physical and virtual classrooms.3 You are never out of the loop on the latest news and trends. Thenews never stops, and Citygate Network keeps you up to date with what you need to know to make the right decisions. Our publications and website give you inside news and tell you whats happening in the halls of government as well as on the streets of North America that is related to what you do.4You have a national voice on important issues. When Citygate Network speaks to the media or addresses the Church at-large, you, as a member, are represented. You can have your voice heard as a part of the whole, or you can participate in association programs that will put your mission at the podium with the microphone in your hand.5 You have a safe place to go for advice and support. When youneed a sympathetic ear but arent comfortable going to mission staff or volunteers, and its not appropriate to talk to those in your community, you can turn to Citygate Network. Youll find someone who understands what youre going through, will listen to you in confidence, and will pray with you.6 You increase your exposure to the public. People near or far caneasily find exactly where you are located and learn precisely what you do because your name and website will be listed on Citygate Networks high-visibility website. This is especially helpful when people need to place friends and family in the care of someone they can trust far from home. It also can help potential donors and volunteers find you.7You save time and money on things you need to buy. Its true that there is strength in numbers, and that is why Citygate Network can leverage deals in the business community to bring you significant savings (even if a lot of what you use is donated). And when we find deals, the details are listed and circulated in a number of members-only sources, so you wont miss them.14'