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Not an NEA member? Become a Community Ally!

If you tried to donate to the NEA fund, but are not an NEA member, you’re in the right place. The best way to contribute is to become a Community Ally member today. Membership is $25 annually and comes with unique benefits outlined below.
Learn more about the parents and activists who are taking action for students and public schools.
Community Allies are an official membership of the nation’s largest union, designed specifically for the parents, families, and individuals who want to advocate for public school students and educators.

You’ll stand alongside 3 million teachers, education support professionals, and public employees championing great public schools for all students—Black, brown, and white; native and newcomer.

  • Advocate for smart, just policies and funding
  • Elect candidates for office who support educators, students, and public schools
  • Support the education professions 

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We need to dismantle unjust systems. We need to fully fund public schools. We need to hold our elected leaders accountable to our communities. And we need your help to make it happen.
National Education Association

Great public schools for every student

The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States.