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When you give, you’re not funding an organization. You’re helping real people find what you’ve found – Authentic spiritual teaching, real New Thought practice accessible to all faiths, races and ethnicities, and no VIP tiers.

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You Know What It's Like to Search

Feeling stuck spiritually? Wondering if there’s more to life than what you’re experiencing?
Maybe you remember the feeling:
  • Spiritually stuck, not knowing where to turn
  • Reading books that inspired but didn't transform
  • Wanting community but feeling like you didn't belong anywhere
  • Needing guidance but unsure who to trust

Then you found Us - The First Center of Religious Science

Or maybe you haven’t found us yet, but you’re reading this because something drew you here. Either way, you understand what it’s like to need a spiritual home.

That's what your donation creates—for someone else who's searching right now

Every dollar you give helps another seeker find what you’ve found: authentic teaching, welcoming community, practical tools that actually work.

You’re not just supporting a center. You’re opening a door for someone else.

Your Donation Creates Real Change

Your donation makes these stories possible.

Riyah, 34

Marketing Director

“I found The First Center after my divorce. I was completely lost. The Sunday meditation became my anchor. The Louise Hay class gave me tools to rebuild my self-worth. I couldn’t have afforded therapy, but I could donate $10 when I attended. Now I give $25/month because I want someone else to find what I found.”

Riyah, 34

Marketing Director

“I came to FCRS during my divorce, completely shattered. I couldn’t look at myself in the mirror without crying. The Louise Hay techniques I learned—especially mirror work—rebuilt my self-worth from nothing. Two years later, I’m in the healthiest relationship of my life. The pattern finally broke.”

Riyah, 34

Marketing Director

“I came to FCRS during my divorce, completely shattered. I couldn’t look at myself in the mirror without crying. The Louise Hay techniques I learned—especially mirror work—rebuilt my self-worth from nothing. Two years later, I’m in the healthiest relationship of my life. The pattern finally broke.”

What Your Support Creates

You’re Funding More Than Programs—You’re Building Community
When you give to The First Center, you create:
  • A Place to Belong
For people who feel like outsiders everywhere else—too spiritual for traditional settings, too grounded for New Age spaces. You’re funding the rent that keeps the doors open.
  • Teachers Who Care
Rev. Dr. Greg Harte and our practitioners don’t just teach—they show up for community members going through hard times. Your donation supports their work.
  • Accessible Wisdom
Louise Hay’s techniques. New Thought principles. Science of Mind practices. Free or by donation, so lack of money never keeps someone out. You make that possible.
  • Coffee & Connection
Sunday fellowship. Thursday check-ins. Wednesday discussions. The small moments where real friendships form. Your gift funds the coffee, the space, the time.
  • Support When It Matters
Emergency scholarships. Extra help for members in crisis. The safety net that makes this a real community, not just a weekly gathering. You’re the safety net.
  • A Legacy of Welcome
For 97 years, The First Center has been a refuge. Your donation ensures it remains one for the next 97 years.

Find Your Circle

Seeker’s Circle

$25/month or $300/year

"I remember being new. I want others to feel welcome too."

Maybe you remember the feeling:

  • Keep Sunday coffee flowing
  • Provide materials for newcomers
  • Maintain our welcoming space
Donate now

Builder's Circle

$45/month

"This community changed my life. I want to help it grow."

You’re funding:
  • One full Louise Hay class per month
  • Educational materials for all classes
  • Outreach to new seekers
Donate now

Guardian's Circle

 $99/month

"I want to protect this space for everyone who needs it."

You’re supporting:
  • Facility costs (rent, utilities, maintenance)
  • Practitioner training for future teachers
  • Accessibility programs
Donate now

Visionary's Circle

$100+/month

"I'm investing in what this community can become."

You’re enabling:
  • Program expansion
  • Scholarships for those who can't give
  • Long-term sustainability and growth
Donate now
One-Time Gifts Welcome Too. Every contribution matters. Give what feels right for where you are.

We’re a [501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your donation is tax-deductible.

Download our latest financial report

Why Community Members Give

“I live in California but take online classes. I donate because geography shouldn’t limit who gets access to these teachings.”

-Patricia,

monthly sustainer
“I give because someone’s donation helped me when I couldn’t afford to give. Now I can, so I do.”

-Margaret,

monthly donor
“The First Center was there for me during the AIDS crisis in the 80s. I give to honor that legacy of showing up.”

-Robert,

legacy donor
“My employer matches donations. It’s an easy way to double my impact.”

-Kevin,

annual donor
“I include The First Center in my will because I want this community to outlive me.”

-Anonymous

You're Invited to Give—And to Belong

When you give to The First Center, you create:

When you give to The First Center, you become part of our community—even if you never attend a class.

You get:

Bimonthly updates about the people you're helping

Invitations to donor gatherings

First word about new programs and offerings

Recognition in our community (if you want it)

The knowledge that you're part of something that matters

You’re not just a donor. You’re part of the fabric of this place.

Join Our Community of Givers

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  • Secure Payment
  • Tax-Deductible
  • 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

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Common Questions About Donating

Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. We’re a [501(c)(3) nonprofit / insert status]. You’ll receive a receipt for tax purposes.
80% to programs, 20% to operations. Overhead isn’t bad—it keeps the lights on.
Yes. Use the notes section when donating to specify (e.g., “Louise Hay class materials only”).
Absolutely. Check the anonymous box on the donation form.
Yes, anytime. Contact us for further assistance and our team will help you with this.
No problem. Attend our classes for free. That’s literally why we fundraise—so financial barriers don’t keep seekers away.
Whatever you’re comfortable in. Some people dress up. Some wear jeans. Nobody cares

Thank You for Caring

Whether you give $5 or $5,000, whether you give today or bookmark this page for later, thank you for caring about what happens here.
Seekers deserve a welcoming home
Spiritual teaching should be accessible to all
Community matters
What happens here is worth protecting

When you give to The First Center, you create:

You’re not just a donor. You’re part of the fabric of this place.

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