Reasons to join us

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Please feel free to download and complete our membership application, then email it to us or drop it off at the Charleston Visitor Center. If you prefer, you can also complete our online membership application using the button below.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Charleston Merchants Association and working together to support our businesses, visitors, and community!

At the Charleston Merchants Association, we believe that when local businesses work together, the entire community thrives. Membership is more than simply joining an organization—it's becoming part of a network of businesses, volunteers, and community leaders who are passionate about promoting Charleston and supporting one another.

Whether you're a longtime business owner or just opening your doors, the CMA provides opportunities to connect, grow, and make a lasting impact on our coastal community.

As a member of the Charleston Merchants Association, you'll enjoy opportunities to:

• Promote your business through our website, social media, newsletters, and Visitor Center.
• Connect with fellow business owners through networking and community events.
• Participate in community festivals, fundraisers, and tourism initiatives.
• Help shape the future of Charleston through collaboration and volunteer opportunities.
• Increase your visibility with both visitors and local residents.
• Stay informed on community projects, local happenings, and business opportunities.
• Support a stronger local economy and a thriving waterfront community.

Our members join because they believe in Charleston.

They value building relationships with fellow businesses, giving back to the community, and working together to make Charleston an even better place to live, work, and visit. Membership offers opportunities to increase business exposure while contributing to projects and events that strengthen our local economy and celebrate everything that makes Charleston unique.