Benefits of Membership

  • Communication Updates

    Stay informed with important news and information shared through President's letters and news alerts, keeping you updated on the latest developments and opportunities.

  • Community Events

    Participate in community events sponsored by Castro Merchants, promoting your business, building relationships, and contributing to the neighborhood's vibrancy.

  • Government Liaison

    A critical liaison between your business and government officials and offices, ensuring your success by navigating regulations and addressing concerns.

  • Merchant Networking

    Forge connections with other merchants in the area, sharing knowledge, resources, and best practices to strengthen your business and the community.

  • Online Directory

    Increase your visibility with a listing in the online Castro Merchants business directory, reaching potential customers and partners in the neighborhood.

  • Resource Access

    Direct access to essential resources, tools, and support when opening, maintaining, or expanding your business within the Castro neighborhood.

  • Member Meetings

    Engage in monthly member meetings, fostering collaboration, discussing shared challenges, and staying connected with the local merchant community.

  • Social Media Amplification

    Castro Merchants maintains several popular social media sites, including Instagram and Twitter. Member merchants are regularly spotlighted and benefit from having their posts and news shared with the public.

Castro Merchant Business (Voting)

For brick-and-mortar & businesses operating in the Castro District footprint. Perfect for business owners looking to amplify their visibility, connect with peers, and access exclusive resources.

Annual dues are $200 and membership runs from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025.

Castro Merchant Associate (Non-Voting)

For businesses, organizations, or individuals located outside the Castro but actively doing business in the neighborhood.

Annual dues are $250 and membership runs from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025.

 FAQs

  • Download a full FAQ on renewing your membership.

  • Looks like you already have an account with us. Click the Member Login button in the lower-right side of the website or view the Renewal Instructions here.

  • You aren’t using the same email you used when you signed up originally. Try another email or send a note to us here for your login credentials.

  • Click the Member Login button in the lower-right side of the website and follow the instructions. If you have been invited to a Castro Merchants member meeting over the past year, you will already have an account. Email us if you have any issues

  • Absolutely! All of this information helps populate our Member Directory, which is used by members of the public including tourists. We will also use your information to contact you with news and updates.

  • If your business is located within the Castro, you are a Castro Merchant Business ($150.) If you aren’t located in the neighborhood but do business here, you are an Associate ($200.)