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Join an international group of peers, gain access to valuable resources, and showcase your work to subject matter experts, funders, and policymakers.

Join Us

Connect with a global community to exchange ideas and expertise, share resources, and grow together in support of stronger public markets.

Membership Benefits

  • Up to three (3) member-area logins for staff and board members
  • Introductions to relevant members for advice and networking
  • Access to searchable member directory, resource library, & list of preferred vendors
  • Invitations to regular member-only discussions
  • Opportunities to participate in affinity groups and other focused peer exchanges
  • Discounts for trainings & conferences
  • Opportunities to contribute to member discussions, events, and conferences
  • Invitations to member-prioritized programming
  • Shoutout in the Biweekly Bazaar Newsletter‍
  • “Proud Member” digital badge

Membership Plans

The Market Cities Network is open to markets of all sizes and kinds, as well as allied organizations and researchers.

Individual membership is available to researchers for a $100 annual fee. Fill out the survey to see if you qualify.

Membership dues are annual and tax-deductible to the full extent allowed under IRS 501(c)(3) law.

Become a Sustaining Member


The Market Cities Network is made possible by the support of a core group of Sustaining Members.

In addition to all standard membership benefits, Sustaining Members receive:

  • Invitation to join the Market Cities Network Sustaining Member Advisory Group to help shape the Network’s programming, priorities, and member experience
  • One complimentary registration each year for a Project for Public Spaces conference or training
  • Two (2) hours of one-on-one coaching calls with Project for Public Spaces staff per year
  • Unlimited member logins for staff and board members
  • Recognition as a Sustaining Member across all Project for Public Spaces communications channels

Interested in becoming a Sustaining Member? Contact us to learn more! mcnetwork@pps.org.

Some applicants may be eligible for an annual membership discount, based on the World Bank's World Development Indicators.