YOUR MONTHLY GIFT:

  • Has an exponential impact, providing the steady foundation PLATO needs to plan for the future, expand our reach, and keep our resources free
  • Helps PLATO engage students in critical and creative thinking in classrooms and communities across the globe
  • Allows us to train more teachers to bring philosophy and ethics into their teaching
  • Keeps vital educational resources free and growing — including:
    • The Philosophy Toolkit, the world’s largest collection of free K–12 philosophical lesson plans
    • The Ethics Case Library, where students worldwide contribute real-life ethical cases
    • Resources for teachers, faculty, students, and families

THANK YOU!

Sustaining Circle Member Benefits


  • Effortless generosity: automatic monthly giving that’s simple to start, change, or pause anytime
  • Recognition and gratitude: on PLATO’s website and in our annual Community Report
  • Special savings: exclusive Sustaining Circle rates for PLATO’s biennial conference and select events
  • Meaningful impact: the satisfaction of sustaining a growing community of philosophical thinkers

Introducing the Socratic Society

Members of the Socratic Society are donors giving $50 or more each month.


These donors lead the way in shaping the next generation of philosophical minds. Your deeper commitment fuels innovation – helping PLATO grow programs, expand outreach, and create new opportunities for every student who seeks to explore life’s biggest questions.

Socratic Society members enjoy:

  • Additional recognition in select PLATO publications and events

  • Special behind-the-scenes updates and previews of new initiatives and impact stories

  • The knowledge that you are helping ensure that philosophy truly remains for everyone

Join Today and together, we can build a future filled with powerful thinkers and compassionate citizens.

WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT!