Join Us

CAPDL membership is open to any organization and individual around the world who demonstrates a connection, or desired connection, to BridgeUSA programs.  

With the many opportunities, as well as challenges, facing BridgeUSA programs, our community is stronger together. For this reason, CAPDL welcomes all BridgeUSA stakeholders – in all sizes, in all roles, from all regions of the world. 

Membership Criteria

  • Agree with the purpose and support the goals of CAPDL 

  • Have in existence, or a desire to create, programs and activities directly concerned with conducting, facilitating, and/or supporting BridgeUSA programs 

  • Comply with generally accepted ethical standards for the conduct of international exchange activities as measured by whether an applicant is under sanction by a governmental entity or other relevant oversight body.  

  • Take the CAPDL Ethics Pledge!

Member Benefits 

  • Access to Information: CAPDL’s member-only downloads and Best Practices sessions make training staff, improving your work, and advancing the welfare of participants easier and more efficient. 

  • Access to Events: From worldwide online Community Conversations to Regional Events across the U.S., CAPDL members gather to share experiences, learn, and feel supported in their work.  

  • Access to Promotion: CAPDL works to educate key constituents about the history and power of BridgeUSA programs and to showcase members’ work by sharing new stories and amplifying members’ content. 

Membership Dues 

In 2025, we invite CAPDL members to contribute to the Scholarship Fund for BridgeUSA in lieu of dues. All funds collected during this first year of operation will go to the Scholarship Fund (rather than operational costs) thanks to the generosity of our incubating host CIEE.

At this time, CAPDL is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization. Contributions to CAPDL are not tax deductible under U.S. law. CAPDL is pursuing 501(c)3 status and will update its information when available.  

See the chart below for suggested donation amounts.

Questions?  

Feel free to contact us with any questions about membership and the application process.