Since 1932, the Bureau of Governmental Research has monitored local government and provided objective, nonpartisan public policy research to citizens and policymakers. We have uncovered the facts, framed issues, and recommended solutions.
BGR research has helped lay the groundwork for a wide range of reforms to improve government in our region. Examples have ranged from taxes and budgets to school finance to contracting. Click here to read more about our impact on the New Orleans metropolitan area.
To stay independent, we rely on financial support from residents, businesses, and foundations. We encourage you to join them. If you believe in a brighter future for our city and region, become a BGR member and help us continue to provide the high-quality, independent research we need to make informed policy decisions and use public resources effectively.
Membership is open to the public and connects you with others who value BGR’s work toward more effective, accountable, and responsive local government. We are committed to effective stewardship of membership contributions. Click the Candid and Charity Navigator links and our IRS 990 forms to learn more.
Giving online is easy and secure! Click the buttons below to select either an annual membership or a monthly membership. You can also scroll down to view, download or share our membership form.
The Bureau of Governmental Research (BGR) is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your membership contribution is tax-deductible to the extent provided by law. If you have any questions, please contact Heather Sweeney, director of development, at hsweeney@bgr.org or (504) 525-1734.
Membership Benefits and Levels
All BGR members receive:
- Digital copies of all BGR reports, emailed to you upon release
- Invitation to member webinars where BGR staff discuss our latest reports
- Priority event registration for BGR Breakfast Briefings, BGR Socials, and Annual Luncheon
- The Daily Dispatch, BGR’s weekday email of public policy news important to our area
- A member newsletter to keep you up to date on BGR’s work and our organization
- Invitation to an annual Member Appreciation evening
- Public recognition of support on the BGR website, BGR.org
- Opportunity to suggest candidates for BGR’s Board of Directors
- Opportunity to suggest topics for research reports and events
BGR offers two easy ways to get started as a member:
- Early Career (Under 30) $60/year or $5/month
- BGR Supporter Welcome Rate $120 for the first year, a 50% discount
Other membership levels available:
- BGR Pacesetter $50,000+ per year
- Sustainers’ Circle $25,000+ per year
- President’s Roundtable $10,000+ per year
- Editor’s Frontline $5,000+ per year
- Municipal Monitor $2,500+ per year
- Policy Enthusiast $1,200+ or $100/month
- Research Corps $600+ or $50/month
- BGR Supporter $240+ or $20/month
Your benefits grow with your membership level:
+ Invitation to an annual member appreciation breakfast and discussion with BGR’s President ($1,200 and above)
+ Inclusion of your corporate logo in BGR member listings ($2,500 and above)
+ Virtual “lunch and learn” presentation by BGR upon request ($5,000 and above)
+ Annual one-on-one meeting with BGR’s President ($10,000 and above)
+ Recognition at the Annual Luncheon and one premium table ($25,000 and above)
+ On-site BGR presentation to an audience of your choice ($50,000 and above)
Membership Form
If you prefer to mail your annual membership contribution or pledge to BGR, please use our membership form. Click the three dots below the image to download a fillable PDF form that you can save to your computer, and then complete and mail back to us with your membership check or pledge.
Planned Giving
Looking for other ways to support BGR? If you are planning year-end gifts to reduce your taxes, or a legacy gift for long-term community benefit, please consider The 1932 Club Planned Giving Program. BGR can work with you and your advisers on gifts of cash or stock, charitable distributions, bequests, and other options.
