FIRE is the proud home for those who defend free speech

FIRE marks our 25th anniversary this year, a milestone accomplishment for an organization that has grown from a scrappy group focused on campus rights to a nationally recognized advocate of free speech for all Americans. That growth would not have been possible without the incredible generosity of our supporters.

Here are just a few reasons why donating to FIRE helps to preserve and protect civil liberties now and in the future.

The fight for free speech is far from over

From campus unrest to government censorship, our country grappled with many challenges to expressive rights over the last 12 months. And we’re on track to face even bigger battles in 2025. While an anniversary year is a perfect time to reflect on our impact, there is still much work to be done. 

Concerned about the government regulating social media? Worried about the banning of heterodox ideas? Think campus administrators are overzealous censors? FIRE has your back.

Let your free speech-failing alma mater know: ‘I put my money where my mouth is.’

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When you donate to FIRE in lieu of your alma mater, we’ll let campus leadership know it's their speech climate that cost them.

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Want to speak out about immigration, election integrity, foreign policy, the economy, education, climate change, or other issues? FIRE has your back.

The First Amendment and our culture of free speech are among our greatest strengths — key to our democracy, our ingenuity, and to maintaining peace and prosperity. 

That’s why FIRE will never, ever stop fighting for these principles. In fact, we’ll drive this bus right into a wall in order to stay principled if we have to. So FIRE doesn’t just have your back. We’ve got America’s back. 

Simply put: If your speech is protected by the First Amendment, we defend it. No throat clearing. No apologies. That’s been our North Star since 1999, and it will continue to guide us as we take on new cases in an increasingly divided and politically charged environment. 

Support our work

In our polarized times, it’s hard to find folks who get how important it is to take a nonpartisan stand for free speech. A gift today will go a long way in helping us take on the many challenges ahead. As we work to advocate for free expression on our campuses, in our courtrooms, and across our culture, we need our allies now more than ever. 

Whether you are a long-time donor, started following our work this year, or just found us today, we are thankful for your interest in our mission and would be honored to count you among our supporters this year.

So, if you’re looking to make an investment in a top-notch nonpartisan defense of the First Amendment and create a positive culture for free expression in our country, I hope you’ll consider making a 100% tax-deductible gift to FIRE. You’ll join over 10,000 Americans who support FIRE annually. And with your gift of $25 or more, you’ll be welcomed into our ranks as a FIRE member. 

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Support the fight for free speech. Help us build a movement and promote a strong culture of free speech by supporting FIRE with a donation today.

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With your membership, you will be kept up to date on everything your gift supports through our FIRE Quarterly magazine, breaking news sent straight to your email inbox, invitations to events in your area, the opportunity to have your questions answered live on our monthly webinar calls, and even receive an official FIRE membership card. You’ll also have access to all of your benefits and the ability to update your communication preferences anytime online through our members-only portal.

If you’re ready to make a gift, there are many ways to support FIRE. You can donate directly on our site, or you can find more ways to donate and learn some of the most popular ways our current donors are supporting our mission. 

We are also happy to take your donation over the phone or answer any questions you have about the many ways to support FIRE. You can reach our development team by calling us at 215-717-3473, or sending an email to support@thefire.org.

If we haven’t convinced you how much your support will help defend free speech for all Americans, be sure to check out our recent annual report. 

FIRE is a charitable and educational tax-exempt foundation within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to FIRE are deductible to the fullest extent provided by tax laws. FIRE's Federal Identification Number is 04-3467254.