• New members can join as a Learning Member (Level 1) or a Practitioner Member (Level 2).
  • Existing member organizations in good standing who have been implementing the coaching model for at least a year are invited to apply for certification, to become a Certified Member (Level 3).

Pricing

Each level of membership comes with a pricing structure reflecting the benefits & services offered. Below is a snapshot of our pricing structure for Membership Levels 1 & 2.

How We Determine Pricing

  • Level of Membership: Based on level of support, degree of model implementation, and access to resources
  • Type of Organization: From nonprofit direct service providers to large state agencies, we work with many human service agencies and price accordingly
  • Anticipated Number of Participants Served Using a Mobility Mentoring-Informed Approach

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Membership Levels and Benefits

Level 1: Learning Member

Level One membership is designed for organizations not yet ready to implement, but who are interested in developing an understanding of the Mobility Mentoring model and learning from and connecting with other Exchange member organizations. Level One membership includes:

  • Connection to a peer learning network
  • Access to the online Exchange Portal that includes limited past webinars, recent webinars for 1 month after their release date, Mobility Mentoring resources, a discussion forum, and Exchange member directory
  • Limited access to discounted training, technical assistance, and consultations
  • Invitation to participate in collective advocacy initiatives with EMPath and other Exchange member organizations
  • Access to live monthly webinars designed to expand your organization’s understanding of Mobility Mentoring and related topics
  • Monthly e-newsletters containing member updates, information about upcoming events, and additional resources
  • Exchange publications including annual member reports
  • Discounted and priority access to EMPath conferences and events

Nonprofit Direct Service Annual Fee — $800
Government Agencies, Community Networks*, Foundations, and Institutions of Higher Education — $4,000
*Community Networks are typically led by one lead organization that has a fiduciary relationship with NGOs in their network and is overseeing the learning and/or implementation of Mobility Mentoring with multiple organizations

Level 2: Mobility Mentoring® Informed Practitioner

Level Two membership is designed specifically for organizations that are implementing or ready to implement a Mobility Mentoring informed model. Level Two members work with the Exchange to track and share programmatic outcomes.

Includes all Level 1 benefits, plus:

  • Full access to the online Exchange Portal that includes past webinar recordings, practitioner tools and resources
  • Access to EMPath tools and tool updates including the Bridge to Self-Sufficiency and Goal Action Plan and member-adapted tools
  • Invitation to participate in regular subgroup discussions with EMPath and other Exchange member organizations
  • Immediate access to Mobility Mentoring® Foundations course on Engage@EMPath, with option to purchase additional courses
  • Discounted training and technical assistance
  • Two sessions of specialized outcomes measurement technical assistance
  • Access to purchase the Designing for Mobility Mentoring® Implementation Package for an additional fee

Nonprofit Direct Service Providers Annual Fee: Starts at $2,000

Government Agencies, Community Networks*, Foundations, and Institutions of Higher Education Annual Fee: Starts at $6,000
*Community Networks are typically led by one lead organization that has a fiduciary relationship with NGOs in their network and is overseeing the learning and/or implementation of Mobility Mentoring with multiple organizations

For a full pricing chart, please review our membership flyer

Level 3: Certification for Existing Members

Level Three membership is designed for Level Two organizations who have experience implementing a Mobility Mentoring informed model and who wish to be certified by EMPath as delivering Mobility Mentoring services. Level Three membership includes replicating the Mobility Mentoring model to fidelity and working with the Exchange to track and share programmatic outcomes. Certified Mobility Mentoring Memberships provide an opportunity for existing members to demonstrate fidelity to the Mobility Mentoring model and access additional benefits & opportunities.

Please note: This level of membership is available for Practitioner Members (Level 2) in good standing who:

  • Have implemented for at least one year and
  • Submitted outcomes data and
  • Responded to the most recent annual member survey

Key Level 3 benefits:

  • Priority access to all new EMPath tools and developments
  • Access to funding opportunities for RCTs and expansion of Mobility Mentoring programs
  • Certified endorsement of Mobility Mentoring practice for funders and oversight organizations
  • Access to shared benchmarked data and process improvement initiatives

For Certified Membership pricing and all benefits, please review our Membership Flyer.

If you’re ready to learn more about membership, the benefits, and how you can transform your relationship with your participants, let us know and we’ll reach out to schedule a get to know you session!

Membership Frequently Asked Questions

What membership levels does the Exchange offer?

  • Level One (Learning Member): Designed for organizations not yet ready to implement, but who are interested in developing an understanding of the Mobility Mentoring model and learning from and connecting with other Exchange member organizations.
  • Level Two (Mobility Mentoring Informed Practitioner): Designed specifically for organizations that are implementing or ready to implement a Mobility Mentoring informed model. Level Two members work with the Exchange to track and share programmatic outcomes.
  • Level Three (Certified Mobility Mentoring Organization): Designed for Level Two organizations who have experience implementing a Mobility Mentoring informed model and who wish to be certified by EMPath as delivering Mobility Mentoring services. Level Three membership includes replicating the Mobility Mentoring model to fidelity and working with the Exchange to track and share programmatic outcomes.

Why is the membership cost dependent on the number of participants served?

To provide organizations with the in-depth support conducive to implementing a Mobility Mentoring informed model on a larger scale, EMPath licenses use of the Mobility Mentoring model and tools based on the number of participants served. In an effort to keep membership costs attainable, as the number of participants served using a Mobility Mentoring informed model increases, the license will expand at a lower cost per participant.

What does auto-renewal mean for my membership?

Auto-renewal is applicable to all levels of membership. If you renew your membership, and pay online with a credit card, your membership will now auto-renew. Memberships will not auto-renew if you defer payment and request an invoice.

Auto-renewal will occur the day your membership expires. If you wish to cancel your membership, you must inform your Exchange Contact at least 30 days prior to your membership’s expiration date.

What if my organization decides to implement a Mobility Mentoring informed model after joining as a Level One member?

We understand the decision to implement a new model of service delivery can be challenging and requires a great deal of consideration. If your organization decides to implement a Mobility Mentoring informed model in the middle of your Level One membership term, the Exchange team will be happy to support your organization through this transition. We will work with you to adjust your membership level and prorate pricing accordingly.

What is the annual cost for each level of membership?

Starting FY24 (July 1, 2023):

Level One pricing is $800 for nonprofit direct service providers and $4,000 for government agencies, community networks, foundations, and institutions of higher education.

Level Two and Level Three pricing is based on the number of participants served with a Mobility Mentoring informed model.

Level Two pricing starts at $2,000 for nonprofit direct service providers and $6,000 for government agencies, community networks, foundations, and institutions of higher education.

Level Three organizations' annual membership fee is waived. There are additional costs associated with Level Three certification including an initial application fee, onsite review (plus travel costs), and a recertification fee every five years. For detailed pricing information regarding these fees, please email us at theexchange@empathways.org.

For detailed pricing information, please see the Levels & Pricing section above.

Does my organization have to implement a Mobility Mentoring informed model to join as a Level Two member?

Yes. Level Two membership is available only to those organizations currently implementing or ready to implement a Mobility Mentoring® informed model.

What are the benefits for each level of membership?

For detailed information on the benefits included with each membership level, please see the Levels & Pricing section above.

How do I access Exchange Membership Benefits & Resources?

All members will receive monthly email newsletters about Mobility Mentoring, regular contact with a knowledgeable Exchange staff, & access to our monthly webinars. Further benefits & resources for Exchange members are partitioned by your level of membership. Level One (Learning) Members will have access to our Member Portal, including limited tools & resources. Level Two and Three Members will have access to subgroups & workgroups and our online Member Portal, including all tools & resources for implementing Mobility Mentoring-informed work, networking, & discussion groups. Level Two and Three Members will also have exclusive access to Engage@EMPath, our online learning platform, where they can access Mobility Mentoring Foundations (our initial training in Mobility Mentoring), Mobility Mentoring-Informed Supervision, our course for supervisors of coaches, and more to come in the future.

What is Engage@EMPath?

Engage@EMPath is EMPath’s new Learning Management System (LMS). A Learning Management System is a software application used to deliver educational courses or training programs. As of July 2023, we offer two courses: Mobility Mentoring Foundations & Mobility Mentoring-Informed Supervision. Mobility Mentoring Foundations is designed for members to see Mobility Mentoring in action, reflect on what they have seen, learn about the intentional practice, and prepare to put it to practice. Mobility Mentoring-Informed Supervision will focus on supervision as a parallel process with engaging readings and videos to show supervisory meetings and discussion boards to learn from others in the course. We will be releasing microcourses on the Bridge pillars throughout FY24.

What outcomes and data will my organization share with the Exchange?

Exchange members are expected to contribute to the shared learning with the network. Currently, this takes the form of our annual member survey, focusing on implementation process questions & member satisfaction. Level 2 & 3 members who have been implementing for at least one year are expected to submit outcomes data annually to our Research & Evaluation (R&E) team. A full list of required data points as well as data collection tip sheets are located in the Outcomes Data group on the Exchange Portal. We provide two consultation sessions with R&E to assist Level 2 & 3 members in building their data collection & analysis tools. For further information, please contact us at theexchange@empathways.org.

How is my organization able to use EMPath’s trademarked terms?

Mobility Mentoring® and The Bridge to Self-Sufficiency® are registered trademarks of Economic Mobility Pathways. Trademarks symbolize the quality and excellence of the products and services that EMPath and Exchange members provide and help maintain our collective reputation among our partners and competitors. To avoid loss of these values, trademarks must be used correctly. When using these terms in print, the trademark notice (®) should appear with the first or most prominent use of each trademark on each page.

Level Two members may specify that your program or organization is implementing a Mobility Mentoring® informed model or approach. Level Three certified members may specify that your program or organization is delivering Mobility Mentoring ® services.

How should I give credit if I edit or adapt the Bridge to Self-Sufficiency®?

If your organization edits or adapts the Bridge in any way, please be sure to include “Adapted from Economic Mobility Pathways’ Bridge to Self-Sufficiency®” on your Bridge adaptation. We also ask that you please share your adapted Bridge with the Exchange at theexchange@empathways.org.

If your organization is considering editing or adapting the Bridge to Self-Sufficiency®, please contact theexchange@empathways.org to learn more about the design logic of the Bridge and how to get started with your adaptation. The Exchange Portal also has resources to assist you with this process

What if I have additional questions?

For any additional questions or more detailed information, please contact the Exchange at theexchange@empathways.org.