Membership

Connecting those making an impact in Downtown San Diego with unparalleled resources, relationships, and support. 

Why Join the Downtown San Diego Partnership?

We are a nonprofit membership organization focused on creating a vibrant, welcoming Downtown for all. We believe that a connected Downtown is a strong Downtown, and our members agree. While each member joins for different reasons, they all share a love of Downtown and a desire to help shape our city. Our membership includes an established group of elected officials, regional decision makers, business leaders, industry professionals, Downtown advocates, and engaged residents.  

Becoming a member is an investment in your business, and an investment in Downtown. Help your business grow by strengthening ties, sharing ideas, and making meaningful connections.

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS

President’s - $20,000

The President’s level is for those members who would like to make an additional investment because they believe in the mission, purpose, and work of the organization. Additional benefits are minimal as the focus of this tier is our shared commitment to the importance of the organization’s work in Downtown. 

Engagement – $11,000

The engagement level is for members who are interested in further opportunities to get the work of their organization or business in front of Downtown stakeholders.

Advocacy – $7,000

The advocacy level is for members who are interested in further engagement in the issues and topics that are critical to the future of Downtown and their business. 

Promotion – $3,500

The promotion level is for members who are interested in additional opportunities to promote their organization’s products, services, and initiatives to the greater Downtown community.

Networking - $1,500

The networking level is for members who are interested in relationship-building and meeting potential new partners and customers. 

Events
The Downtown Partnership provides a full calendar of events focused on professional development and networking. Whether you are forging new connections or fostering old ones, you are guaranteed an experience, lesson or connection you won’t find anywhere else.
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Connections
We won’t lie, one of the best benefits of membership is your fellow members. They’re the top professionals from the various industries that call Downtown and the greater San Diego region home.
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Access
As a member of the Downtown Partnership, you are granted unparalleled access to the cutting-edge topics, advocacy, conversation and leaders that are driving the future of the Downtown market and the region. 
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Member Directory

As a member of the Downtown Partnership, you have the opportunity to access and list contact information in our exclusive, online Member  directory.

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MEMBER EXCLUSIVES

Member Spotlights

The Downtown San Diego Partnership invites members to participate in a Member Spotlight, a cross-platform editorial feature created to highlight our members’ successes, share their story, initiatives, and offerings. Interested in sharing exciting news and updates about your company? 

Committees

Members have the opportunity to engage with a variety of committees dedicated to bolstering Downtown San Diego. Whether your interest lies in public policy, finance, quality of life or community enhancement, we have a platform for you to share your ideas to shape the future of our community.   

Frequently Asked Questions

A 501(c)(6) membership-based nonprofit organization that exists to promote its members’ business interests, without the goal of making a profit. 

No, the business does not need to be in Downtown, you will just want to have an invested interest as our work, programs, meetings, gatherings, and events are focused on and held in Downtown. 

Membership is valid for one year and begins on the day you join and will be up for renewal on the first of that month the following year. 

Funds raised from this event will be used to support the Downtown Partnership’s mission of advancing an economically prosperous and culturally vibrant Downtown. This includes the following areas:   

  • Advocacy for economic growth and revitalization of Downtown.   
  • Partnerships with regional business organizations and government agencies to strengthen the business climate in Downtown.   

  • Identifying needs, developing strategies, shaping public policy, and implementing programs to improve the quality of life in Downtown.   

BECOME A MEMBER

A who’s who of Downtown and its cultural fabric, members with the Downtown Partnership can count on unparalleled connections, resources and support at varying levels depending on their needs.