The NABF represents 35 Baptist denominations, schools, and organizations in Canada and the U.S. with over 19.8 million members and 55,000 congregations.
The diversity and unity of ministry within our membership is one of the core strengths of the North American Baptist Fellowship.
Member Bodies
Membership
Individuals, churches, denominations and other Baptist affiliated organizations can all become members of the NABF.
The North American Baptist Fellowship (NABF) exists to promote fellowship and cooperation among Baptists in North America, particularly within the United States and Canada. The NABF serves as a unifying platform, bringing together Baptist denominational bodies, organizations, and individuals who share a common faith and mission. Through collaborative efforts, the NABF seeks to strengthen Baptist witness and work, both regionally and globally, while fostering a spirit of mutual support and engagement among its members.
As the North American regional body of the Baptist World Alliance (BWA), the NABF is committed to furthering the aims and objectives of the BWA, ensuring that these are effectively implemented to impact the life of Baptists across North America. Please note that a reference from NABF is also part of the BWA application process.
Membership in the NABF is open to any Baptist denominational body, organization, or individual in the United States or Canada.
Individuals, churches, denominations and other Baptist affiliated organizations can all become members of the NABF.
The North American Baptist Fellowship (NABF) exists to promote fellowship and cooperation among Baptists in North America, particularly within the United States and Canada. The NABF serves as a unifying platform, bringing together Baptist denominational bodies, organizations, and individuals who share a common faith and mission. Through collaborative efforts, the NABF seeks to strengthen Baptist witness and work, both regionally and globally, while fostering a spirit of mutual support and engagement among its members.
As the North American regional body of the Baptist World Alliance (BWA), the NABF is committed to furthering the aims and objectives of the BWA, ensuring that these are effectively implemented to impact the life of Baptists across North America. Please note that a reference from NABF is also part of the BWA application process.
Membership in the NABF is open to any Baptist denominational body, organization, or individual in the United States or Canada.
Annual Fee Structure*
In 2024, the NABF Executive Committee moved to approve a new set of giving levels for member bodies based on their size (see below). We hope that these giving levels are helpful, and ask that member bodies give with a spirit of generosity as you make your annual contribution.
- Individuals: $99
Giving Levels for Member Bodies:
| NABF | Denominations | Organizations | Schools |
| Contribution | Membership (congregants) | Annual Budget | Student Body |
| $2,500 | Up to 50,000 | Up to $1,000,000 | Up to 12,000 |
| $5,000 | 50,000 – 500,000 | $1,000,000 – $25,000,000 | 12,000 – 25,000 |
| $10,000+ | Greater than 500,000 | Great than $25,000,000 | Greater than 25,000 |
*Individuals and groups are welcome to consider a contribution greater than what is listed, with the option to give in monthly instalments, if preferred.