> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.pears.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.pears.io/engage/coalitions/add-members.md).

# Add Members

Each coalition must have at least one member before it can be marked as complete. Members represent the individuals and organizations that participate in the coalition.

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For a group to qualify as a coalition, it must include members from **at least five diverse sectors**. Sectors are defined as areas of the economy in which businesses share the same or a related product or service. See the [SNAP-Ed Toolkit](https://snapedtoolkit.org/) for detailed sector descriptions.
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#### Click Add Member

Click the **Add Member** button to open the member form.
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#### Enter the member name

Type the member's name in the **Member Name** field.
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#### Select the sector of influence

Choose the **Sector of Influence** that best describes the member's area of impact from the dropdown.
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#### Select the entity type

Select the **Entity Type** that describes the member's organization or affiliation.
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#### Select the site

Choose the **Site** associated with this member from the dropdown.
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#### Enter the role and resources description

Provide a description of the member's **Role** within the coalition and any **Resources** they contribute.
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#### Save the member

Click **Save** to add the member to the coalition. Repeat these steps to add additional members as needed.
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