STC Benefits: Affinity Program

By Stacey O’Donnell | Director of Member and Corporate Engagement

One membership program that doesn’t receive a ton of visibility, but is a definite value for members, is STC’s Affinity Program. This program offers special rates or services to STC members at a discounted price. In some cases, but not all, STC receives a small royalty from these corporate partners each time a member purchases one of their products. This money supports STC programs and helps to keep membership dues from increasing.

A long-time member, Mellissa Ruryk, wrote to me earlier this year and requested more Affinity Program benefits for Canadian members. She didn’t feel there were enough, so Cheryl Miller (STC’s membership services manager) and I looked into beefing up the program. It takes time to locate the right contact at each company, find out if they work with associations, agree to the terms of the discount, and get a contract signed. Finally, we have a couple I would like to share.

UNITED PARCEL SERVICE (UPS)

STC Members Save Big with the UPS® Savings Program
Through the UPS® Savings Program, STC members can save up to 34%* on UPS shipping services, plus 50%* off select services for up to four weeks after you enroll!* To enroll and start saving, visit savewithups.com/stc or call 1-800-MEMBERS (1-800-636-2377), Monday-Friday, 8:00 A.M.–6:00 P.M. EST (GMT-4).

The UPS® Members Benefit Program in Canada
STC Members in Canada can take advantage of the UPS Members Benefit Program and receive 30% off small package shipments, 25% off imports, at least 70% off freight shipments over 150 lb., and more. To enroll for free and start saving today, visit membersbenefitprogram.com/stc or call 1-800-MEMBERS (1-800-636-2377), Monday-Friday, 8:00 A.M.–6:00 P.M. EST (GMT-4).

HERTZ

Take advantage of special discounts available through STC’s Hertz Member Savings Program. STC members can now save up to 20% discount on all travel. So whether you are traveling on business for us or going on vacation with your family, you can get a discount, exclusive to us! Call +1 (800) 654-2210 or visit the Hertz website. Discounts are available to STC U.S. and Canadian members. STC’s Hertz code CDP#1965650 is the key. For more information, visit: https://www.hertz.com/rentacar/reservation/.

All STC members are important to us and we attempt to prove that by adding benefits and services that everyone can enjoy. Please check back often as we intend to bring more value to you in 2016. If you feel there is an Affinity partner you would like to see added to our program, please email me at stacey.odonnell@stc.org with your suggestions.