Membership Application

Membership Nomination Period

The membership nomination process opens on October 1 and will close for this year at 11:59 PM on November 8.

We are inviting each member in good standing to nominate up to 3 new members. A current DCBC member in good standing is defined as someone who has paid their membership dues and who has attended a majority of meetings in this calendar year.

Membership Expectations

We are a working group and expect all members to serve on at least one committee and to attend as many events as possible.

Please do not nominate anyone who has not agreed to be nominated or is unable to meet the following conditions:

Attend a majority of monthly Caucus meetings (at least 6 per year).
- Most meetings are held on the first Saturday of the month at 9 AM virtually.
Pay an annual membership fee of $100 due by December 31st.
Must be of African descent.
Can be an Elected Official who represents all or part of Delaware County
Can be a Delaware County resident who is registered to vote.
Must be an active community member engaged in community work.
Must be in good standing with the law.

Please email: membershipdcbc@gmail.com with questions.

Application Process

Step 1: Nomination by a member in good standing.

Step 2: Complete the application form with detailed information on community involvement.

Step 3: Video Interview Submission (optional) – Upload a 2-3 minute video answering:

What drives your passion for community service?
How will you contribute to DCBC’s mission?
What do you hope to achieve as a DCBC member?

Step 4: Review by the Membership Committee.

Step 5: Upon approval, complete dues payment and gain access to the members-only portal, events, and directory.

Membership Application Form

Nominating DCBC Member

First & Last Name

Nominee/Proposed Member Information (Must match voter registration)

First name

Last name

Phone

Mailing Address

What committee(s) is the nominee interested in joining?

Communications - ensures consistent and effective communication across all platforms.

Economic Development - advocates for policies that promote economic growth and opportunity for the Black community in Delaware County.

Education - focuses on increasing teacher diversity, advocating for equitable school funding, and ensuring students have access to strong educational programs.

Event Planning - plays a crucial role in organizing, hosting, and supporting events that align with DCBC’s mission.

Finance & Fundraising - ensures that DCBC has the financial resources necessary to carry out its initiatives.

Health & Welfare - is focused on researching, advocating, and supporting initiatives related to the health and welfare of African Americans in Delaware County.

Judiciary & Law Enforcement - dedicated to addressing critical issues affecting African Americans in the criminal justice and legal systems.

Membership - oversees the nominations, elections, and onboarding of new members.

Choose all that interest you

Provide a description of the elected office and/or community work the nominee is involved in (100 words or less)

Please tell us a little about yourself and how you can impact the growth of the DCBC

What skills will you, the nominee, bring to DCBC?

Video Interview Submission (Optional)

As part of the DCBC Membership Application, applicants are encouraged to submit a 2-3 minute video. In the video, share your passion for community service and why you believe you're a good fit for the Delaware County Black Caucus. Consider answering the following:

What drives your dedication to community work?
How will you contribute to DCBC's mission?
What impact do you hope to make as a member?

The video gives the Membership Committee insight into your values, commitment, and vision.

If you have any additional information you would like us to consider with your application, please provide it here.

For questions, contact the Membership Committee at membershipdcbc@gmail.com

Membership Application

Membership Nomination Period

Membership Expectations

Application Process

Membership Application Form

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