Membership
FSC® members are fundamental to the organization and its vision. Diverse economic, social and environmental interests share decision-making authority, bringing integrity and resilience to the FSC system.
But membership doesn’t just give you a seat at the decision-making table. Membership allows you to build influential connections, strengthen your networks, and become part of a vibrant international group.
FSC brings together, among others, private enterprises, NGOs, international organizations, Indigenous groups, and educational institutions, with a shared goal to improve the state of the world’s forests.
Membership is more
It is important to note that if you are an FSC Certificate Holder, you are not necessarily a member. Certified companies should consider becoming FSC members to make sure your voices are represented in decisions.
Benefits of Membership
- Support healthy forests and strong communities
- Join an international network of individuals, companies and organizations taking action to improve the state of the world’s forests
- Have a voice on the conservation and responsible use of our forests
- Participate in FSC's governance by submitting motions and voting at General Assemblies
- Participate in Annual General Meetings and electing our Board of Directors
- Are able to run for the FSC US or FSC International Board of Directors
- Participate in the development of FSC certification standards, policies and procedures
Who can become a member?
FSC membership is open to everyone. We have two types of members:
- Organizational members (forestry companies, environmental groups, retailers, brands, etc.)
- Individual members (academics, students, activists etc.)
FSC US Members
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Become a member of FSC
If you want to become a member of the Forest Stewardship Council, please review the FSC US Membership Overview and Application, which includes all of the information you need.
What’s included in the Membership Application Packet?
- Introduction to Membership and FAQs
- Description of the Three Chambers of FSC
- Membership Dues
- Application Materials Checklist
- Application for Membership
Once you have all the materials collected and application filled out, please send all materials via email (preferred) or hard copy to FSC US for review.
FSC US is responsible for collecting and reviewing all membership application materials and for recommending US-based applicants for membership to FSC. The FSC Membership Committee reviews Membership applications once a month. Once approved, FSC will contact you to confirm your membership.
FSC US will handle membership dues upon approval of membership, so please do not send any payment until FSC US has submitted an invoice to you.
Email membership applications to:
info@us.fsc.org
Or mail a printed application to:
Forest Stewardship Council US
1441 Woodmont Ln NW #539
Atlanta, GA 30318
If you have any questions about membership, please contact:
info@us.fsc.org
1-612-353-4511
Application Approval Process
The membership committee will decide whether your application is approved. This will take a minimum of four weeks. If your application is approved, you will have full voting rights immediately.
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