Benefactor Levels

Benefactor levels of Patron, Supporter and Friend are for members of all types who wish to increase their level of participation and support of the HSMG by providing additional funding for the HSMG's operations. Benefactor members automatically receive additional exposure on the the website, various recognitions and special discounts.

The HSMG respects and appreciates those members who choose to upgrade to Benefactor status and wherever possible acknowledge and support them.

The benefits listed below are in addition to the benefits afforded the member for his/her membership type. (except discounts on Journal advertising and conference vendor tables, which are not cumulative).

Friend

• 5% discount on advertising in The Handcrafted SoapMaker
• Benefactor Member Listing
• Benefactor Banner (120px x 60px) included with all on-line listings
• On-line listings placed above basic members.
• 5% discount on vendor table(s) at the Annual Conference
• $15 off the Member discounted price for the Annual Conference discount

Friend Benefactors pay $100 in addition to their basic membership fee.

Supporter

• 10% discount on advertising in The Handcrafted SoapMaker
• Benefactor Member Listing
• Benefactor Banner (234px x 60px) included with all on-line listings
• On-line listings placed above Friend benefactors.
• 10% discount on vendor table(s) at the Annual Conference
• $25 off the Member discounted price for the Annual Conference discount

Supporter Benefactors pay $250 in addition to their basic membership fee.

Patron

• 15% discount on advertising in The Handcrafted SoapMaker
• Benefactor Member Listing
• Benefactor Banner (468px x 60px) included with all on-line listings
• On-line listings placed above Supporter benefactors.
• 15% discount on vendor table(s) at the Annual Conference
• $40 off the Member discounted price for the Annual Conference discount

Patron Benefactors pay $500 in addition to their basic membership fee.