Questions, answered.
The questions we get most often — about anthroposophy, our programs, and how giving works.
This page covers the questions we are asked most often about CFAE (Center for Anthroposophical Endeavors), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 1982. Sections below cover anthroposophy as the working ground of our programs, our active programs (MysTech, Local Commons, CFAE Media, Good2Fund, Threefold Publishing) and how to engage with them, and giving — the practical mechanics of donations, volunteer involvement, and planned gifts. Each answer aims to give you something concrete: a contact, a next action, or a link to the relevant program page. If your question is not covered here, write admin@cfae.us.
About anthroposophy
What is anthroposophy?
Anthroposophy is a spiritual-scientific path of investigation founded by Rudolf Steiner in the early 20th century. It approaches the human being as a unity of body, soul, and spirit, and treats inner experience and outer observation as equally rigorous methods of knowledge. In practice it has produced Waldorf education, biodynamic agriculture, anthroposophic medicine, eurythmy, and the impulse behind much of CFAE's work.
Do I have to be an anthroposophist to engage with CFAE?
No. CFAE's programs are designed to be inclusive, practical, and beneficial for everyone — whether or not you identify with anthroposophy as a movement. Our work is open to anyone who finds the questions compelling.
What is the relationship between CFAE and the Anthroposophical Society?
CFAE is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit. It is not part of the Anthroposophical Society in America, though many of its supporters and authors are members. Our work is anthroposophy-inspired but operates as its own organization with its own programs and governance.
About CFAE's programs
What programs does CFAE operate?
Six active programs: MysTech (spiritual science and technology), Local Commons (threefold-order economics), CFAE Media (educational webinars and podcasts), Good2Fund (project-funding matchmaking), Threefold Publishing (books and journals), and Tonalitá / Lautsänger (sound technology research). The Rudolf Steiner Bookstore is a closely-affiliated partner.
How do I get involved with a specific program?
Each program page lists the relevant program-lead email and inquiry forms. MysTech: mystech@cfae.us. Local Commons: localcommons@cfae.us. Threefold Publishing: threefoldpublishing@cfae.us. CFAE Media and Good2Fund inquiries: admin@cfae.us.
Can my organization partner with CFAE?
Yes — particularly through Local Commons (cultural / economic / nonprofit organizations welcome) and Good2Fund (project-funding matchmaking). Write admin@cfae.us with a brief description of your organization and the form of partnership you have in mind.
About giving
Is CFAE tax-exempt?
Yes. Center for Anthroposophical Endeavors is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by U.S. law. EIN available on request — write admin@cfae.us.
How is my donation used?
Unrestricted gifts are applied where most needed at the time — research, publishing, course development, infrastructure, or specific program needs. You can also direct a gift to a specific program (MysTech, Local Commons, CFAE Media, Threefold Publishing) by noting it in your gift's memo line or in the inquiry email.
Can I donate my time instead of money?
Absolutely. Volunteer skills regularly needed include writing, editing, layout & design, accounting, fundraising, and grant writing. Board positions are also periodically open. See the Giving page or write info@cfae.us with subject "Volunteer Inquiry."
How do I make a planned gift or bequest?
Planned-giving options are being formalized — write admin@cfae.us with subject "Planned Giving Inquiry" and we'll work with you directly on the structure that makes sense for your situation.