COVID-19 Chamber Membership Renewal Letter Template

Member renewals in the time of COVID – it’s a challenge universal to chambers everywhere. To help associations tactfully encourage renewals, we’re including the first of two, member renewal letter templates for your use:  

Dear [MEMBER NAME],

The [CHAMBER NAME] recognizes and understands the challenges facing our members, and we are working tirelessly on your behalf.

From our COVID-19 Resources web page [INCLUDE LINK] to advocacy for our members and [COMMUNITY NAME], the chamber is committed to helping navigate this shared journey.

Through these unprecedented times, our number one priority remains serving as the voice of our members and [COMMUNITY NAME].

As your investment renewal date approaches, and cash may be tight, we respectfully ask for your continued support by renewing - [potential idea:  and we will give you special recognition on our website].

Your continued commitment to the [CHAMBER NAME] enables us to:

• • • • Stimulate the [COMMUNITY NAME] economy through programs, events, and services.

      • Advocate for our members and [COMMUNITY NAME] by promoting a pro-business climate and adopting positions to influence public policy through communications with elected officials.

      • Spotlight issues and gain visibility for [COMMUNITY NAME].

      • Provide timely communications about issues that impact our members and community.

      • Provide resources such as online job postings, an expanded web presence through the membership directory, and digital advertising opportunities.

      • Offer problem-solving services like [INSERT ADDITIONAL BENEFITS HERE].

We will continue focusing on our mission of providing unparalleled support for our members and to strengthen [COMMUNITY NAME] – now and in the future.

Thank you again for your commitment and partnership. Our organization is strong because of you. Together, we will tackle this challenge (and whatever the future may bring), and ensure not only that [COMMUNITY NAME] will get through this, but will thrive.

We look forward to our continued partnership. If there are additional ways we can help your business during this time, please contact [NAME AND EMAIL ADDRESS].

Sincerely,

[NAME]

[TITLE]

Helpful Resources for Chambers of Commerce:

COVID-19 Resources for Chambers. >>
Building a Chamber Crisis Communications Webpage. >>
Disaster Preparedness for Chambers. >>
How to Create a Chamber Crisis Response Plan. >>
2020 Chamber Industry Trends Survey Results. >>

SEE ALSO: Chamber Management: COVD-19 and Human Resources.