Why not join VSDC?

Reasons not to be a member or not to participate

I didn't know about VSDC.: Welcome. Let us know if you have any questions about us.
I don't live in the District of Columbia.: VSDC exists for people in the whole Washington DC metropolitan area, including Virginia, Maryland, and DC. The name was chosen when our organization was formed in 1927.
I am not vegetarian.: You don't need to be vegetarian to be a member or attend events.
I don't care if I or others adopt a plant-based diet.: Learn the many benefits of a plant-based diet, to yourself, society, animals, and the environment.

I don't know if I'd enjoy VSDC activities.: You may attend activities without being a member of VSDC.
I don't want my name and other information given to others.: VSDC does not share or sell member information.
I don't want to receive printed mailings, such as the VSDC newsletter.: You may opt out of receiving mailings from us. You may select to receive only our monthly email.
I don't want to be a member.: If you don't want to be a member, but want to support the mission of VSDC, you can just tell us or donate money, although you won't receive any member-only benefits.
I don't know how to join.: Complete the membership form, and mail it to VSDC.
I can attend events without joining.: Read about the benefits of joining and supporting VSDC.
I do not want to be involved in educating others about a plant-based diet.: Read about the other benefits of joining and supporting VSDC.
Being vegetarian is too difficult.: VSDC is working to make being vegetarian easier.
I disagree with something about VSDC.: Please tell us your thoughts.
I can't or don't want to participate.: No need to participate. There are other benefits of joining. See Reasons not to participate, next.

I am not a member.: For most activities, you don't need to be a member. See Reasons not to be a member, above.
I'm interested in different activities.: Suggest other activities, and volunteer to coordinate them.
I have difficulty getting to events.: Maybe there are things you can do in your own way on your own time at a location convenient to you.

If you can think other reasons not to be a VSDC member or participant, let us know.