Benefits of Membership
Teller or listener, novice or expert, we welcome you into the exciting world of stories. Learn how stories can enhance your life and work.
We take great joy in putting on Sharing the Fire – the Northeast Storytelling Conference, in learning and teaching, in conversations about storytelling, in the email list communication, and with grand storytelling Museletter articles. Our community is strengthened when you add your voice.
Memberships last for one year from the date you join/renew. We encourage you to sign up for automatic renewals
Financial assistance may be available for those experiencing financial hardship. Please contact us at nestorytelling@gmail.com
Types of Memberships
Listing in our public, searchable “Find a Storyteller” directory (optional)
Discounted liability insurance through National Association of Mobile Entertainers
Opportunities to participate in performance events such as the Sharing the Fire Olio Concert, NEST New Member Showcase, and other storytelling events organized and sponsored by NEST
One reduced registration fee for each NEST event, including Sharing the Fire – the Northeast Storytelling Conference
Subscription to the NEST members listserv to network with the Northeast's top tellers, share announcements, ask questions, and exchange ideas (optional)
Access to our Member Directory
Discount of 10% on membership with the National Storytelling Network
Use of the NEST logo on your website and promotional materials
Being part of our regional community of storytellers, exchanging insights and expertise and collectively promoting storytelling
Discounted conference registration ($50 off of Family Track or Member rates for adult conference)
One hour of youth story coaching per year included with membership
Discounted rate of story coaching for anyone age 17 or under: $25/hr up to 5 hours
Free For the First Year; $15/ year thereafter
Individual Member benefits
Two reduced registration fees for each NEST event, including Sharing the Fire – the Northeast Storytelling Conference (instead of only one reduced fee)
Acknowledgement in the Sharing the Fire Conference Program Book (optional - send logo to nestorytelling@gmail.com to be featured)
Individual membership benefits, for life!