Why should you support the BRVA?
Do you want to see Broad Ripple prosper? So do we, and that’s what we do. Since 1969 the BRVA has been focused on fostering an authentic, inclusive and vibrant Cultural District and neighborhood. Membership dues are the organization’s primary source of operating funds.
When you become a Member, you support the BRVA’s efforts to:
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Advocate for increased resources for public safety and infrastructure improvements
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Improve public spaces and connectivity
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Expand green space and public art
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Attract more unique, small and local businesses
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Organize community events like the Broad Ripple Farmers Market, Broad Ripple Duck Race, Art Walks, and Broad Ripple Home Tour
- Fund the walkway lighting along the Canal Esplanade and Monon Trail and landscaping and mowing maintenance in public areas
Ready to become a member?
Membership Levels
Business Accounts
Silver – $150 | Gold – $300
Platinum – $500 | Diamond – $1,000
Bronze* – $50
*Bronze available for realtors, hairdressers, etc.
Individually-owned businesses are asked to join at the Silver Level.
Residential Accounts
Bronze – $50 | Silver – $150 | Gold – $300
Platinum – $500 | Diamond – $1,000
Young Professional (under 30)/Senior (65+) – $25
Benefits
Membership is a pathway for meeting your community, participating in Village-based initiatives and accessing exclusive Member perks which support the Village businesses. Members directly assist in delivering the mission of building a vibrant, clean, inclusive and safe Broad Ripple Village. Members receive the important opportunity of shaping the Board of Directors, the governing body of the organization. Members are eligible to run for a seat and vote in the annual election.
ALL MEMBERS
All members receive:
- E-newsletter including news about business openings and special events
- Regular updates on the BRVA’s progress, including calls-to-action on important community issues
- Special member perks such as discounts, offers, exclusive experiences and more
- Invitations to participate in member meetup events
- The opportunity to participate in input sessions and surveys
- Priority placement in volunteer opportunities
BUSINESSES
In addition to the above benefits, all Business Members also receive:
- Members-only promotional opportunities such as booth participation at our events and inclusion in Small Business Saturday
- Personalized listing in our searchable online public directory on our website
- A discounted rate of $50 off the College Avenue sign
Membership Billing
When you join the BRVA, you receive a one-year membership. Your membership will be good through one year from today, and we will alert you when your membership is nearing the expiration date.
We recommend that you select auto-renewal and we will take care of renewing your membership each year and we will send you a receipt. You can access your account and cancel at anytime.
Most businesses join at the Silver level ($150) including individually owned businesses. We created the $50 bronze level for professionals in business for themselves such as a realtor, a hairdresser, a CPA.
