Currently, there are three levels at which to engage with BFI.org. Website visitors can opt to:
- Browse the rich Buckminster Fuller and Design Science related content on the site and review program activities.
- Register as a 'user' to the site and take advantage of 'user-only' tools (described below).
- Support the network as a user and take advantage of 'supporter-only' tools on the site (described below).
Register with BFI.org as a User
As a registered user you will be able to contribute to the development of BFI.org and:
- Post new content to the Community Section
- Initiate and participate in discussion forums
- Comment upon content throughout the site
- Post a question to BFI's online resident "expert"
Support BFI as a Registered User
By supporting BFI, you are joining a global network of leading thinkers and designers who are demonstrating whole system solutions to complex problems. Individuals in the network play a critical role in the fulfilling BFI's mission through their volunteerism, expert advice, participation in programs, and financial support. We invite you to consider making a donation to support the Institute today!
What are the benefits of supporting BFI?
- You have the opportunity to experience a deeper level of engagement with our website, BFI.org, and
- Create a 'user profile' of your background and/or interests.
- Be listed in and able to search the BFI Network Directory, an annual publication of BFI's supporters.
- Utilize the "Groups" tool to hold meetings with other network supporters and discuss topics of your own choosing (coming soon!).
- Receive invitations to join groups created by BFI on specific projects or topics.
- You will receive our monthly electronic news bulletin, Design Science News.
- You are extended discounts on the price of our educational seminars, events and items in our on-line store.
- You are included in special invitations to join BFI at in-person networking events.
- You are connected to an international network of people who worked with Fuller, have been inspired by his vision, and/or who are committed to doing their part to design a world that works for all.
- You have the knowledge that your support — no matter the size — helps further our commitment to extend Fuller's legacy to a new generation. Your support is applied directly to the design and implementation of an increasing number of programs and activities conducted on behalf of our constituencies.
We invite you to support BFI at or above the $100 Associate Level. At the Associate Level, your contribution equals the real cost of managing and maintaining your network connection. As a special incentive for making a contribution of this size, we are offering a free poster (2009 printing) of the Raleigh Edition Dymaxion Map.
Consider joining at the following levels.
 | Basic Level $50 - $99 (Students & Fixed-Income) |
 | Associate Level $100 - $249 |
 | Supporter Level $250 - $499 |
 | Patron Level $500 - $999 |
 | Benefactor Level $1000+ |
Sustaining Level
Monthly automatic donations to BFI. Premium based on level of support and awarded when payment is received in full.
Our Privacy Policy
Your name and email address is only used for purposes of site registration identification and is never shared with anyone.
