Stoic Service


"Have I done something useful to my fellows? Then I have already profited. May you keep this thought ever at hand and never cease from such action."

Marcus Aurelius

Did you know that helping others is at the heart of Stoicism? The Stoic Fellowship and many of our Stoas around the world routinely provide service and care to others.

Here are some Stoic Fellowship service activities that everyone can get involved in:

Month of Gratitude

Gratitude is important in our development towards a eudaimonic life. November, the Month of Gratitude, builds appreciation through four progressive weeks:

  • Appreciating simple daily pleasures like morning coffee or birdsong
  • Recognizing others' virtues and kindnesses
  • Identifying life lessons from mentors and people we've met (inspired by Marcus Aurelius's Book 1)
  • Practicing finding gratitude even within life's challenges

The intent of the Month of Gratitude is to invite the Stoic community to reflect on gratitude through contemplation, journaling, and/or action.

Fill out this form to let us know that you have joined us in the Month of Gratitude. This helps us measure the impact of the Month of Gratitude and improve our approach to engaging the community in future campaigns.

Participate in the 1000 Stoics Challenge in April

  • As part of The Stoic Fellowship’s Month of Service and Care in April, we challenge YOU to help us perform 1000 good deeds. If you’re a member of a local Stoa, you can collaborate on a service project with other members of your group. Or volunteer your time as an individual in your local community. Start planning today and together we'll celebrate 1000 good deeds in April. Contact us for more information.

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Join or start your local Stoa


If you’d like to learn more about how Stoics care for others, here are some resources to get you started:

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