Become a Member

Join the International Center as a member and receive the benefit of first access to the many events and home hospitality opportunities coming up! Membership in the International Center of the Capital Region offers you a unique opportunity to support global education and exchange, and to join a network of globally-minded people.

Your contribution helps us continue to open minds to the world and in return, members receive benefits to help stay connected to the world and to Upstate New York’s international community.

Here are our Lifetime Members: Susan Childs, Gary Eichenbaum and Alexandra Streznewski

Membership Benefits

All memberships receive:

  • A free hardcopy of our cultural food passport “Eat Well! Travel & Explore” with discounts valued at more than $100 at unique family-owned international restaurants around the Capital Region.
  • Advance invitation to free International Center sponsored events
  • Discounts to paid events such as educational programs, cooking demos, and Taste of the World restaurant outings.
  • Monthly E-mail newsletters.
  • Invitations to exclusive events with international visitors, including a chance to host Home Hospitality for them
  • Exclusive to members: purchase additional copies of “Eat Well!” cultural food passports for only $25 each.

Membership Levels

Student Member $25 per year

Available students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. Receive one copy of the cultural food passport valid until December 31st, 2024.

Citizen Diplomat Member $50 per year

Enjoy all the perks of membership for one while supporting our mission of connecting the Capital Region to the world. Receive one copy of the cultural food passport valid until December 31st, 2024.

Household Member $75 per year

Reduced pricing for all members of your household, including all children under 18 years old. You will receive one copy of the cultural food passport for your household valid until December 31st, 2024.

Benefactor Member $200 per year

Recognition in the International Center of the Capital Region’s annual report, plus all the benefits of a citizen diplomat membership. Receive one copy of the cultural food passport valid until December 31st, 2024.

Lifetime Member $500 one time

Induction as a Lifetime Member, you will be exempt from annual dues while enjoying all member benefits, including receiving a new cultural food passport each year. Your name will also be added to the Lifetime Member Honor Roll online and in our annual reports.