CAP membership

At CAP we work alongside people directly affected by poverty and local organisations, helping them use their voice to influence political decision-making and bringing about lasting change in the fight against poverty in the UK.

Jubilee 2000 demonstrated that people do have the power to influence public opinion and political priorities; CAP’s "mobilising people to overcome poverty" campaign is seeking to build a similar movement to tackle poverty closer to home.

CAP membership costs just £18 a year for waged individuals, £3.50 a year for unwaged individuals, or £36 a year for groups. CAP members will receive from us:

• CAP's mailing with campaigns materials, worship resources and articles for local newsletters, three times a year.
• A 20% discount on CAP books and other resources.
• Training on how to hold a poverty hearing and how to become more involved in political campaigning.

We encourage CAP members  to raise awareness of CAP at a local level. There are also other ways you can get involved - here are some ideas:

Act

1. Take part in a campaign action. For example: Write a letter on behalf of the church to Patricia Hewitt supporting the ‘Debt on our Doorstep’ campaign.
2. Hold a poverty hearing.

Give

1. Become a committed giver with a monthly standing order, in addition to your membership fee.
2. Encourage local groups and churches to donate to CAP. 
3. Hold a fundraising event.

Commit

1. Encourage others to become CAP members or committed givers.
2. Consider setting up a local CAP Group.
   

To become a member, just download, fill in and return our membership and support form. Or contact the CAP office on 0161 236 9321 or info@church-poverty.org.uk
 for more information.