Membership Information

Our world is torn by irrationalism: by brute force and fanatical terrorism, by assaults on reason in the university, by political encroachments on our individual rights and liberties.

All these evils are the results of ideas: the moral and philosophical ideas that people have been taught are good and true. And these evils will end only as bad ideas are replaced by better ideas: by an inspiring new vision of human morality, human rights, and human potential.

Objectivism is that alternative. Ayn Rand's philosophy challenges the doctrines of irrationalism, self-sacrifice, brute force, and collectivism that have brought centuries of chaos and misery into the lives of millions.

By becoming a member of The Atlas Society, you join a worldwide community of thousands of committed idealists who share Ayn Rand's challenging new philosophy of rational individualism -- and who are working to realize her vision of a world made safe for rational individuals.

How? Read our latest fundraising letter.

Yes, we are making a difference. And now, you can help.

Through your membership participation, you will help The Atlas Society continue to champion Objectivism in the daily cultural clashes taking place in the media, in intellectual forums, in cultural institutions, and in the halls of legislatures. You will help us spread the principles of reason, individualism, freedom, and achievement -- principles vital for a rebirth of civilized values, and a civilized culture.

The cause could not be more important. And the need could not be more urgent.

Please join us today, or -- if you are already a member -- please consider an additional contribution, using our online, secure shopping cart. Or call us at 1-800-374-1776. Or, if you would like to learn more, request a free TAS information packet (or send one to a friend).

Thank you. We look forward to your participation with us. And when you join, here are the many benefits of membership:

Member Levels and Benefits

The Society is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) educational organization. U.S. contributions are deductible in accordance with the Internal Revenue Code. We will provide tax receipts for all contributions.

Members at the Sustaining level or above who take advantage of the discount on live courses and conferences should note that the Internal Revenue Service will consider as a charitable contribution only the amount of your contribution in excess of the total discounts taken. The Society will provide a special year-end tax summary to all members who take advantage of this discount.

More Ways to Support TAS

Planned Giving

Here's the newest way to support The Atlas Society and its mission, and at the same time improve your own personal financial and tax situation, plus your estate planning. Full information is available at TAS's Planned Giving Website.

Shop and Support TAS
Choose one of the websites listed on the Shop and Support TAS page, and at no cost to you, you will support the Society while you shop.

Helping.org
Helping.org handles charitable transactions. To donate to TAS, simply fill out a short, secure form on the Helping.org website, and your contribution will be sent directly to TAS's bank account. Helping.org then will issue you a receipt for tax purposes. Your donation will go in its entirety only to TAS. As a donor, you can support TAS anonymously through Helping.org -- TAS need never know the source of your contribution. Helping.org also does not sell their lists of contributors, and every transaction is secure and confidential.

Giving Stock to TAS
With the stock market boom of recent years, many investors who wish to cash in their stock holdings face hefty capital gains taxes.

One way to avoid these taxes -- and to support The Atlas Society -- is to make a tax-deductible charitable gift of appreciated stock. We welcome this form of contribution to the Society, and are pleased that it is growing in popularity. In order to credit you for gifts of stock, please notify us through our broker whenever you make a contribution of stock. Contact us or your own broker to ask about specific procedures. The Atlas Society is represented by:

Broker Name:                           UBS Financial Services, Inc.

Broker Address:                      The Gateway
                                                   1 North Lexington Ave., 12th Floor
                                                   White Plains, NY 10601

Broker Representative:           Patricia Wallis
Broker Rep. Phone Number:   (914) 761-6800

Account Number:                    WP 02238

DTC Number:                       #0221

Account Name:                        The Objectivist Center.

Universal ID:                             8360764101M