Support the Inquiry Institute

You are funding the creation of a new intellectual institution.

Why Support Us?

The Inquiry Institute is being built through patronage and shared inquiry. When you support us, you're not buying access—you're helping create something new. Tuition for courses is framed as an offering toward shared understanding, not a transaction.

What Exists Now

  • Platform and website infrastructure
  • Faculty personas and agents (in development)
  • Vision, roadmap, and governance structure
  • Transparent funding via OpenCollective
  • Community of early supporters

What's Coming

  • Structured courses and curriculum
  • Villa Diodati salons and Faculty Club
  • Member portal and authentication
  • DAO governance and voting
  • Research labs and publications

Your support enables us to:

  • Develop our platform and infrastructure
  • Create faculty personas and content
  • Build courses, salons, and programs
  • Establish governance and transparency
  • Grow a community of serious inquirers

How to Support

Become a Member

Support the Institute through membership. All funds are transparently managed via OpenCollective.

Learn About Membership

Support Specific Works

Fund specific initiatives and works through our OpenCollective initiatives. Each Work has its own funding page where you can see progress and transparency.

View Initiatives →

General Support

Make a one-time or recurring contribution to support the Institute's overall mission.

Support via OpenCollective

Transparency & Trust

All funds are managed transparently through OpenCollective, which provides:

  • Public budget visibility
  • Transparent expense reporting
  • Community accountability
  • Fiscal hosting and compliance

View our OpenCollective page →

Stay Informed

Join our mailing list to receive updates on progress, new programs, and opportunities to get involved.