Financial Hardship
Assistance
We believe financial circumstances should never prevent a talented professional from belonging to this community. If you're going through a difficult time, we're here to help โ quietly, respectfully, and without judgment.
๐ฟ Apply for Assistance โA free, time-limited membership for members and talent development professionals experiencing financial hardship.
No one should be left out because of financial circumstances.
ATD South Florida recognizes that life brings unexpected challenges โ job transitions, economic hardship, and difficult seasons are part of every professional's journey. No one should be excluded from our community because of their financial situation.
That's why we offer a free, six-month membership for those experiencing financial hardship. This gives you full access to ATDSFL programming, networking, mentorship, the CPTD study group, job board, and community โ at no cost to you during your time of need.
Your application is held in complete confidence and reviewed only by select members of the Board of Directors. The rest of the community will never know you applied.
A simple, private process โ from application to membership in just a few steps.
Complete the short Google Form application. It takes about 5 minutes and asks only what's needed to review your request.
A small group of select Board members reviews your application in private. Your information is never shared beyond this group.
The Board responds to your application promptly. If approved, you'll receive instructions to activate your complimentary membership.
Your 6-month membership is active. Attend events, access resources, and be part of the community โ no cost, no conditions.
We take confidentiality seriously โ here's exactly how your information is handled.
Complete Confidentiality, Always
Your application and all information you share is treated with the highest level of discretion. This is our firm commitment to every applicant:
- Your application is visible only to select members of the Board of Directors
- No other members, volunteers, or staff will ever know you applied
- Your information is never shared, published, or used for any other purpose
- Approved applicants participate in all programs just like any other member โ no distinction, no labels
- You may withdraw your application at any time by emailing membership@atdsfl.org
This program is open to both current members and talent development professionals in the broader community.
โ You may apply if you are:
- An ATDSFL member experiencing financial hardship
- A talent development professional in the South Florida community
- Currently unemployed, underemployed, or in a difficult financial season
- Unable to pay for a membership at this time due to circumstances beyond your control
๐ What to expect from the application:
- A brief description of your current situation
- Your professional background and role in L&D
- Contact information for the Board to reach you
- Takes approximately 5 minutes to complete
- No financial documentation required
Everything you might want to know before applying.
The hardship membership is a free six-month membership. At the end of the six months, you're welcome to renew at the standard rate, apply again if your situation has not changed, or let it lapse โ no pressure either way.
Everything a standard Professional membership includes โ event discounts, CPTD study group, mentorship program, job board access, networking events, and volunteer opportunities. You're a full member in every way.
Only a small, select group of Board of Directors members sees your application. It is not shared with the broader board, volunteers, event staff, or any other members of the chapter.
The Board reviews applications as promptly as possible. You can expect a response within a few business days of submitting your application. If you haven't heard back within a week, feel free to follow up at membership@atdsfl.org.
Yes. This program is open to talent development professionals in the broader South Florida community โ not just existing members. If you're in the L&D field and experiencing hardship, you're welcome to apply.
Reach out to our membership team at membership@atdsfl.org. Your inquiry will be treated with the same confidentiality as a formal application.
Ready to Apply?
The application is short, private, and takes about 5 minutes. We're glad you're here โ and we hope to welcome you into the community soon.
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