About FSGP

The Freethought Society of Greater Philadelphia (FSGP) was founded in 1993 by Margaret Downey. Today, FSGP's community outreach efforts have changed the hearts and minds of many citizens who never met or talked to an atheist. FSGP sponsors activities, events and speakers to educate the public about the nontheist life stance. FSGP's efforts to keep religion out of government and government out of religion ensure Constitutional protection for theist and nontheist citizens alike.

What does FSGP advocate?

We advocate reason, rationalism, freethought and humanism. To this end, FSGP provides forums in which freethinkers can gather for informational and educational meetings, and for fun events and social networking with like-minded individuals.

Why Join?

A membership with FSGP is an investment in the nontheist movement. We look forward to continuing to providing educational programs, social events, outreach and advocacy for freethinkers in the Delaware Valley region, but we can't do it without support from individuals like you.

Monthly Program Meetings

To better meet the needs of our members, FSGP has recently begun to vary meeting days, times and locations. Check our web site for the most up-to-date information on monthly program meeting speakers and topics.

Monthly meetings are a great way to introduce yourself and make new friends. After the meeting a group often goes to a local restaurant to socialize and discuss ideas raised by the speaker.

 

FSGP Members enjoy the following benefits:

  • Subscription to FSGP newsletter, The Greater Philadelphia Story
  • E-Mail communications (if email address is provided)
  • Annual Unity Picnic (summer) and HumanLight party (winter) with PhillyCoR
  • Anti-Superstition Party (biannual)
  • Resources for Freethought activities
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Free educational programming 
  • Opportunities for socializing and networking

All contributions to FSGP are tax-deductible* in the United States within the limits of the law.

You can become a member two ways:

1. Print our printable membership form and follow the directions on the form for mailing it in with a check.

2. Purchase your membership online with PayPal

If you do not already have a PayPal account, click here to establish one. If you do have a PayPal account, simple select the type of membership ($10.00 off for E-membership, which means you'd receive all newsletter and announcements only via email.) and then click the button below:

Type of Membership

*The official registration and financial information of the Freethought Society of Greater Philadelphia may be obtained from the PA Department of State by calling toll-free, within PA, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.