Our Community of Leaders and Learners

GFDA members are part of a growing movement of professionals who are both learning and leading the transition to a healthier, more responsible built environment. Our members work across interior design, architecture, manufacturing, construction, and reuse with a shared focus on residential and small hospitality projects—the places where most of us live, gather, and invest. These sectors offer some of the greatest opportunities for environmental impact, yet they often lack clear guidance, resources, and support. GFDA brings this community together to bridge that gap, turning intention into informed action and collective progress.

Benefits of Membership

GFDA membership supports professionals with practical education and ready-to-use resources that translate directly into better project decisions. Members gain year-round access to tools, insights, and learning opportunities designed to make low-impact design more achievable and effective.

All members receive:

  • Exclusive access to our growing library of professional resources, checklists, guides, and brand assets
  • Newsletters and social content with announcements, insights and best practices
  • Educational programs, webinars, and courses focused on real-world application
  • Access to the 3Rs Blog: Reduce. Reuse. Reignite! — providing expert insights,real-world examples, and member spotlights that turn values into action
  • Free or discounted registration for GFDA events

FIND YOUR PLAN

All membership plans are billed annually and are tax deductible.

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP

Start your journey toward more sustainable design practices.

$75

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP $75/ annually
Members receive:

  • Exclusive access to Tools & Resources library
  • Newsletters and social content
  • Advance notice of educational programs and events
  • Access to the 3Rs Blog: Reduce. Reuse. Reignite!
  • Free or discounted registration for GFDA events
COMPLETE MEMBERSHIP
Auto-renews annually until canceled.

TEAM MEMBERSHIP

For firms with 5+ employees or multiple offices. Amplify your firm’s impact with group benefits.

$350

TEAM MEMBERSHIP: $350/ annually
Members receive:

  • Exclusive access to Tools & Resources library
  • Company Spotlight in newsletter or social media
  • 1 Hr. free team training or project consultation
  • Advance notice of educational programs and events
  • Access to the 3Rs Blog: Reduce. Reuse. Reignite!
  • Free or discounted registration for GFDA events for up to 5 team members or guests
  • Newsletters and social content
COMPLETE MEMBERSHIP
Auto-renews annually until canceled.

SHOWROOMS + MANUFACTURERS

Host GFDA events and connect with customers committed to responsible sourcing.

$350

SHOWROOMS + MANUFACTURERS: $350/ annually
Members receive:

  • Exclusive access to Tools & Resources library
  • Logo on website
  • Host 2 curated GFDA events at your venue*
  • Social media + Newsletter promotion of hosted event
  • Access to the 3Rs Blog: Reduce. Reuse. Reignite!
  • Guest passes to share with clients or partners
  • Newsletters and social content

*Event curation includes content development, speaker coordination, promotion and program management. Catering or travel expenses (if applicable) are not included.

COMPLETE MEMBERSHIP
Auto-renews annually until canceled.

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE SPONSOR

Stand out as a movement leader while maximizing your support for sustainable design education and community building.

$1,000

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE SPONSOR $1,000/ annually
Champion the movement with enhanced visibility and influence:

  • All Individual Membership benefits
  • Leadership Circle recognition on website
  • Dedicated newsletter feature or blog post with social media support
  • 3 Hrs. free team training and/or project consultations per year
  • Discount on Strategic Consulting Services for advancing a Circular Built Environment*
  • Event Sponsorship Opportunities and guest passes
  • Priority selection for speaking or event panel participation

*Information available upon request

COMPLETE MEMBERSHIP
Auto-renews annually until canceled.

CORPORATE PARTNERS

Partner with us to make sustainable design accessible and actionable at scale.

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VISIONARY – $15,000

  • Prominent logo placement on GFDA website and event materials
  • Quarterly company spotlight in GFDA newsletter or blog
  • Co-branded custom content opportunity (e.g., webinar, article, industry insights, case study)
  • Discount on Strategic Consulting Services for Advancing a Circular Environment*
  • Premier Partner recognition in annual impact report
  • Participation in Partner Advisory Council (optional)
  • Invitation to exclusive partner networking events
  • Event participation or sponsorship
  • Complimentary event guest passes

CHAMPION – $10,000

  • Logo on website partner page and event materials
  • Curated content supporting partner initiatives, case study or education
  • 2 partner spotlights in GFDA newsletter, blog and social media
  • Partner spotlight in annual impact report (if applicable)
  • Discount on Strategic Consulting Services for Advancing a Circular Environment*
  • Invitation to exclusive partner networking events
  • Event participation or sponsorship
  • 6 complimentary event registrations annually
  • Advisory board position for 1 year (optional)

CATALYST – $7,500

  • Logo on website partner page and event materials
  • One partner spotlight in GFDA newsletter, blog and social media
  • 2 hrs. free Strategic Consulting Services for Advancing a Circular Environment*
  • Event participation or sponsorship
  • 4 complimentary event registrations annually
  • Recognition of partner news and sustainability initiatives in newsletter

*Information available upon request

STUDENT MEMBERSHIP

Join the next generation of sustainable design + build leaders.
Inquire about student memberships and internship opportunities.

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