Membership
Women in Planning & Development (WP&D) is a unique forum for professional women to expand their professional skills, network, and exchange ideas while contributing to the improvement and development of the Chicagoland area. WP&D offers a variety of membership levels to fit your needs wherever you are in your career journey.
New Member Rates in 2027!
WP&D has always kept membership rates affordable so women across the planning and development community can stay connected, engaged, and involved.
Starting in January 2027, membership rates will increase by $10-$25, depending on membership type, see below for more information. This modest adjustment will help us keep up with rising costs while continuing to provide the networking, professional development, and social events our members value, often at little to no additional cost. New rates will apply when you renew your membership for the 2027 year.
Questions or feedback? We’d love to hear from you at wpdchicago@gmail.com.
Individual Membership Benefits
In addition to the benefits noted below, your membership dues help further our commitment to procuring goods and services from women- and minority-owned local businesses.
- Access to our membership directory and opportunities to meet other professional women in planning and development and grow your professional network
- Subscription to WP&D newsletters
- Exclusive access to monthly Small Talks (members-only events typically held over a lunch hour featuring a guest speaker)
- Invitation to the Annual Membership Appreciation Picnic
- Discounted registration rates to WP&D events including: Professional Development Workshops, Annual Holiday Party, and more
- Opportunity to be featured in our Member Spotlight
- Exclusive access to our job board
List of Services
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Student ($30)→($40)List Item 1
For current students and recent graduates (3 mos.) seeking employment. WP&D offers an introduction to a wide network of women outside of the academic environment. In your fellow members, you will find potential mentors, friends, and perhaps a future employer.
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Alumna ($50)→($75)
For alumna of the WP&D board, a discounted rate in appreciation of your dedication to the organization.
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Professional ($75)→($90)List Item 2
For young professionals and non-profit/public sector professionals. WP&D offers targeted career advancement opportunities and skills training in a more social setting than other organizations.
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Sustaining Professional ($125)→($150)List Item 3
For established professionals and women who are able to subsidize the student membership rate.
Company Package Membership Benefits
- Membership for up to five (5) employees. Additional members can be added at a discounted rate.
- Five (5) complimentary registrations to the Annual Holiday Party
- Company recognition at Professional Development Workshops
- Company promotion on the WP&D website
- Opportunity to list job postings on the WP&D website
- Subscription to WP&D newsletters
- Exclusive access to monthly Small Talks
- Invitation to the Annual Membership Appreciation Picnic
- Discounted registration rates to WP&D events including: Professional Development Workshops, Annual Holiday Party, and more
List of Services
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Company Package ($1000)List Item 1
For organizations looking to support the careers of five or more women on their staff. Members receive company recognition at events and on the WP&D website, as well as up to five complimentary tickets to the Annual Holiday Party. Additional members from the same company can be added for a discounted rate.
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NonProfit & MWBE Company Package ($800)List Item 2
For organizations looking to support the careers of five or more women on their staff. Members receive company recognition at events and on the WP&D website, as well as up to five complimentary tickets to the Annual Holiday Party. Additional members from the same company can be added for a discounted rate.
Women in Planning and Development (WP&D) is a non-profit corporation under IRS 501(c)(6) with taxpayer ID 36-3862393.
Donations and dues made to WP&D are not tax deductible.
