Join the International Center as a member and receive 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 join a network of globally-minded people.
Your contribution helps us continue to connect our community to the world. In return, members receive benefits that help them stay connected to the world and resources in the Greater Capital Region.
Here are our Lifetime Members: Susan Childs, Gary Eichenbaum, Alexandra Streznewski, the Albany District Chapter of the Links, Inc., and Li Zhang Barrett. Thank you for your support and generosity!
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 many events and educational programs.
- 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 2025 cultural food passport valid until December 31st, 2025.
Household Member $75 per year
Reduced pricing for all household members, including all children under 18 years old. You will receive one copy of the cultural food passport for your household.
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.
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.