Membership

Build a business that stands for something

Our membership benefits are built on common sense. We’re here to give your team the tools and the network needed to turn community impact into a smart strategy for long-term stability.

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Why Join

Canopy is helping build a new standard for business in Kentucky.

We provide current and future leaders with the education, relationships, and practical tools they need to turn employee well-being and community impact into real business strategy. Our network is made up of people and companies that care about Kentucky, care about each other, and believe purpose can support profit, stability, and long-term success.

Canopy membership provides direct value through intentional professional education, curated connections, visibility, recognition, and practical support. It also helps advance a brighter future for Kentucky through our student educational offerings and advocacy work.

Who should join

Canopy is a good fit for businesses that:

See real value in positive impact

…on the well-being of their employees, communities, and natural resources.

Operate from shared values

Or aspire to operate from a set of shared values that shape every part of their business.

Believe purpose can be a path to profit

And to stability — not at odds with it.

Believe a stronger Kentucky is good for all businesses

Including their own.

Built to be valuable, simple, and manageable in scale — and built to grow.

In 2026, Canopy expanded the direct value we provide to members. Our 2026-2027 Member Value Strategy focuses on simple, practical, and meaningful benefits that we can execute well now and scale thoughtfully over time.

Member Visibility & Recognition

Designed to strengthen our values-aligned network while providing meaningful visibility for member companies.

Good Business Spotlight

Weekly features of member companies across our digital platforms.

Shout-Out Series

Short videos from respected Kentucky leaders celebrating your specific community impact.

Milestone Announcements

We amplify your anniversaries, awards, and expansions as "Good Business Growth" features.

Values in Practice Award

Nominate a team member annually to be honored at the Good Business Summit.

Education

We help your team get to work. We provide high-level, practical learning that solves today’s business challenges.

Practical AI Workshops

Expert-led sessions focused on implementing AI to save time and increase efficiency.

Canopy Presents

Panels on timely topics like second-chance hiring and ethical leadership.

Office Hours with the Expert

Confidential, small-group sessions with experienced business leaders.

Canopy Certification

Continued free access to our proprietary framework for well-being-centered business models.

Connection & Networking

Canopy events and tools designed to encourage good business strategies, create business opportunities, and grow meaningful relationships across our network.

Coffee & Learn

Informal gatherings for members and others interested in good business.

Member Mixers

Networking events hosted by our members for the community.

Member-to-Member Exchange

Regular, curated introductions facilitated by Canopy staff.

Annual Good Business Summit

Marquee access to our premier event with member-exclusive pricing.

Access to Talent Pipelines

Bridging the gap between the classroom and the boardroom. We connect you with future leaders to ensure Kentucky has the talent it needs to thrive.

Good Business Pitch Partner for a Day

Members provide feedback on final student pitch presentations from the Business Beyond Profit curriculum.

Host Our Future Leaders

Half-day school-to-work experiences hosted by member companies for participating high school students.

Canopy College Connection

Canopy staff connect college students with member companies throughout the school year.

Advocacy

We lead the conversation to ensure your interests are represented where it matters most.

City & State Advocacy

We represent the interests of good business at every level of government.

Nonprofit Directory

A vetted referral system connecting your team with nonprofits that support employee and community needs.

Nonprofit-Business Partnership

Early-stage efforts to foster mutually beneficial relationships between businesses and nonprofits.

Canopy Nonprofit Directory

A resource connecting business members with nonprofit partners that support employee needs.

Canopy / Metro United Way Mission Marketplace

Guides nonprofits through identifying, developing, and implementing sustainable revenue streams that are mission-aligned services or products businesses value.

Where do my membership dollars go?

Membership dollars primarily fund direct member benefits.

70%

Direct Member Benefits

Professional education, events, networking, curated connections, recognition, and publicity.

20%

Indirect Member Benefits

Student education, talent pipeline development, and advocacy.

10%

Admin & Fundraising

We fund much of our student educational offerings through grants and philanthropic support.

2026-2027 Fee structure

Membership fees are based on your company's most recent tax filing.

All offerings are free to member organizations, except the Canopy Annual Good Business Summit, where members receive discounted pricing.

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Annual Revenue

Monthly fee

$0 – $999,999

$50/month

$1,000,000 – $4,999,999

$100/month

$5,000,000 – $9,999,999

$150/month

$10,000,000 – $14,999,999

$300/month

$15,000,000 – $19,999,999

$400/month

$20,000,000 – $29,999,999

$500/month

$30,000,000 – $49,999,999

$750/month

$50,000,000+

$1,000/month

Why your membership matters

Your support fuels direct member benefits and advances our broader mission of helping more businesses and future leaders embrace employee well-being and community impact as strategies for sustainable profit.

Become a member