Foundation for Intentional Community

Foundation for Intentional Community (FIC) champions social, ecological, and economic justice and resiliency through the support and growth of cooperative culture and intentional communities.

FIC has over 35 years of partnership with hundreds of intentional communities around the world.

We believe human society has the potential to support the wellbeing of all people and the ecosystems of which we are a part, recognizing that the wellbeing of one depends on the wellbeing of all.

We face an overwhelming and inextricably intertwined set of challenges. They are all results of mutually reinforcing systems, operating on a global scale, that perpetuate harm and foster violence:

Social isolation, division, disconnection, & trauma
Inequality, injustice, oppression, & exploitation
Climate disruption and ecological system collapse

Because of their integrated, place-based nature, intentional communities provide unique opportunities to address a variety of issues in a holistic way. As places for sharing lives, resources, land, and purpose, they provide and maximize an interconnected set of ecological, social, and economic benefits.

FIC achieves its mission by providing a virtual learning platform for newcomers, seekers, and community members to engage and gain skills in cooperation and community building. We host online courses and workshops, run an online bookstore, and offer a free directory of one thousand intentional communities throughout the globe. We also host a podcast, Inside Community, and provide a free discussion forum where our members can dialogue and learn from one another.

You can learn more at www.ic.org!