The Foundation for Intentional Community (FIC) is a nonprofit that has been supporting
communities since 1987. FIC helps people find or build intentional communities places where people live together with a shared purpose, whether in cohousing, ecovillages, or cooperative groups.
We offer helpful resources such as a directory, guides, and courses to make community livingmore accessible. Our mission is to promote social, ecological, and economic justice throughthese communities.
With a history that dates back to the 1930s, FIC continues to be a key resource for those seeking a sustainable, connected way of life
An intentional community is a group of people living together with a shared purpose and common values, committed to cooperation and mutual support.
These communities can take many forms, from shared homes to larger networks on rural or urban land, where members collaborate on resources, responsibilities, and decisions.
Intentional communities are about creating meaningful connections and living in ways that reflect collective goals, whether through private sustainability efforts or public advocacy for broader change.
With the help of our global directory, looking for a community that suits your needs is extremely easy. Our directory provides a list of communities you can join based on your preferences. Give it a try!
The Communiversity is your gateway to the tools and knowledge necessary for building and sustaining a thriving community. Our expert instruction can serve as a compass, guiding you towards establishing a strong foundation for your community’s success.
We have a plethora of resources to help you on your journey within community. We offer guides, books, videos, webinars and much more to help you take the next step!
Members receive special discounts on their purchases as well as access to the Member Library. We have both individual and community membership plans to suit your needs.
Learn at your own pace and on your own time with our selection of on-demand courses and our library of past webinars.
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Join the Foundation for Intentional Community and connect with a vibrant network of like-minded individuals and communities. Gain access to valuable resources, amplify your voice in advocating for intentional living, and support a vision of a more cooperative and sustainable world.
Find the perfect FIC membership for you! Whether you’re an individual exploring community living or part of an established community, we have options to connect you with resources, networks, and opportunities. Explore our individual and community memberships today.
Seeking members for your community? Want to buy, sell or rent a home in a community? Promote your professional services to hundreds of potential clients? Market your event to a larger audience? Get access to the 40,000 unique visitors and 300,000 page views to our website each month with a classified ad.
Discover a cost-effective way to connect and build community as a seeker, buyer, seller, entrepreneur or professional.
Invest in the future of community. Your FIC sponsorship directly supports the growth of intentional communities and provides your organization with increased visibility and valuable connections within the movement. Explore sponsorship tiers now.
The Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) council cultivates safe and inclusive communities by providing inspiration, solidarity, and support to those seeking, founding, or already living in intentional community.
From grant programs distributing thousands to BIPOC-led projects to monthly support calls and access to valuable resources, the council empowers BIPOC individuals and communities. Support their vital work today and help build a more equitable future.
The BIPOC ICC supports Black, Indigenous,people of color groups to create and thrive in intentional community
10% of all unrestricted donations to FIC are reallocated to BIPOC ICC
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