I feel like I’m late writing this. I’ve been impressed by what I’ve learned about The Alliance over the past few weeks, and I know for a fact it has some very solid members. I should have submitted this application a while ago. I’ve also been humbled by the generosity and teamwork that the Alliance community manifests, and I very much want to be part of that.
In this application, I’m to answer three questions. The first of them is how I found The Alliance. In truth, The Alliance found me. I run a 501c3 charity for animals, and several members of The Alliance had been supporting my work with that already. Then The Alliance came together as a group and decided to stand behind my rescue officially, like they do with 
The second question is why I want to be part of this group. The ready answer that comes to mind is “values.” I recognize and align with the core values of The Alliance, which are generosity, integrity, solidarity, and positivity. I identify with all of those. I also believe The Alliance is destined to be a fundamental building block of the Steem platform, integral to its long-term success and the retention of desirable users. That is something that as a blogger, community leader, and witness, I would like to be part of.
Thirdly, I’m to discuss why I think I would be a valued member of the Alliance family. I’m well-acquainted with several members and have formed friendships with them that transcend routine online interactions. If they represent the spirit of this group overall, then I believe I’m a good fit. That aside, I’ve enjoyed a very productive time on Steemit since I joined in June of 2017. From rank newbie to community leader (I’m co-admin of The Writers’ Block, Steemit Witness #65 alongside Sircork and Beanz, as well as the executive director of 
Thank you for your consideration.
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