Individual Membership

Your Individual membership empowers children, families, and communities while giving you exclusive access to resources, learning, and ways to make a lasting difference.


Picture yourself standing alongside a community with an unwavering commitment to ensuring every child is poised for school and a lifetime of success through comprehensive health, nutrition, and education services. This membership tier is for friends of Head Start, including alumni, students and educators. Your support is not just an investment in the National Head Start Association (NHSA) but also in children’s future. Whether your connection stems from genuine care for our cause or a desire for academic collaboration, your membership empowers us to help children reach their full potential.

Membership Benefits

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Federal Legislation News

Stay informed and empowered with exclusive insights into federal legislation directly impacting Early/Head Start to navigate the changing landscape.

Advocacy That Speaks Volumes

Strengthen our collective voice to influence federal policies in favor of Early/Head Start to protect the future of our youngest learners. Learn More

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Award-Winning Academy+

Prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities with innovative learning experiences and meet compliance requirements with exclusive access to NHSA’s Academy+. Learn More

NHSA Conferences

Save thousands of dollars at NHSA conferences and training events. Network, learn, and collaborate with peers and experts in the field. Learn More

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Membership Investment

NHSA’s membership year is from July 1 through June 30. While we are excited to welcome new members anytime, please note that membership rates are not prorated for those joining after July 1.

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