Philanthropy

Atheists are no less likely than other groups of people to engage in philanthropic or charitable behavior. Some have even argued that we are more charitable than religious people because we believe in this world rather than pinning our hopes on the afterlife. If atheists as a group have been less visible in their philanthropy, perhaps it is because we lack the centralized organization of churches. It is our hope that the Boston Atheists can serve as a vehicle to help atheists channel their natural human tendency towards helping each other.

Past Programs

Here are some examples of philanthropy and social activism organized by the Boston Atheists.

Ice Skating for Women's Shelter

Boston Atheists member Jessica McCormick organized an ice skating event to benefit local women's shelter On the Rise. Proceeds from the event and from donations contributed approximately $350 directly to On the Rise.

Bowling For Health

A member of the Boston Atheists organized a charity bowling event where all proceeds went to support Doctors Without Borders. Turnout was good and we donated over $500 to that worthy cause.

Christian Science Protests

While Boston has historically been a city of enlightenment, it is unfortunately also home to a substantial population of Christian Scientists. The members of this sect are infamous for turning their back on modern medicine, even when it causes their children grevious bodily harm. The Boston Atheists have held protests to raise awareness of this problem in our community and advocate for removing the religious exemptions to abuse laws.

Ongoing Programs

Leadership Award

The Boston Atheists sponsor an annual American Atheists membership for a deserving student at several local universities. We hope that by nurturing the future leaders of the freethought movement, these future leaders can help make our world a more rational place to live.

Ask For Help

We encourage anyone to contact us regarding a new cause that you think our members would be interested in supporting.