A Private Social Network for Families
Connected Through Your Organization
Give families a private, safer way to connect while providing ongoing financial support for your organization.
FamilyNet is a private social network designed for families connected through schools and other trusted organizations. Participation is free for Partner organizations, with no software to install, no technical integration, and no requirement to provide FamilyNet with student, parent or member information.
- Private by Design
No ads, no tracking, no algorithms, no strangers, and no data sharing. - Ongoing Annual Support
Each eligible FamilyPack associated with your organization provides a $5 contribution, including annual renewals. - No Traditional Fundraising
No fundraising campaigns, product sales, or payment collection for your organization to manage.
FamilyNet is an initiative of the Safe Social Networking Society, a British Columbia nonprofit organization dedicated to developing safer, privacy-respecting online communities for families.
How FamilyNet Works
1. Your Organization Joins FamilyNet
Getting started is simple.
- Register your organization with FamilyNet at no cost.
- Receive your unique Partner ID.
- Introduce FamilyNet to your families using the communication materials we provide.
- Families use your Partner ID when associating their FamilyPack with your organization.
- Each eligible FamilyPack provides a $5 contribution to your organization, including annual renewals.
2. Families Join FamilyNet
Families join FamilyNet by purchasing a FamilyPack and associating it with your organization using your Partner ID.
- A FamilyPack includes up to 8 family members.
- The FamilyPack owner invites family members to join.
- Each family member receives their own private FamilyNet account.
3. Families Enjoy a Better Social Network
FamilyNet provides families with a private social network designed around trusted relationships rather than open public connections.
- Families connect within a private, family-focused environment.
- No strangers or open public connections.
- No advertising, tracking, or algorithms.
- No sharing of member data with third parties.
4. Every FamilyPack Provides Ongoing Support
Each eligible FamilyPack associated with your organization provides a $5 contribution, including annual renewals.
As more families participate, the annual support provided to your organization can grow with your FamilyNet community.
5. Receive Your Partner Contributions
Partner contributions are securely processed and paid through Stripe.
- Your Partner ID is issued when your FamilyNet Partner registration is completed.
- You can begin sharing your Partner ID with families immediately.
- Stripe payment setup can be completed separately, within one year of registration.
- Once payment setup is complete, eligible Partner contributions can be deposited directly into your registered account.
- Payout information is available through the Partner portal.
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