Timed with the Summer Solstice, the Institute of Noetic Sciences hosted our first-ever Giving Day on June 20, 2025. This special 90-minute online event brought together our global community for a powerful convergence of science, spirit, and human potential.
Many of you joined us live for an unforgettable experience: a high-impact, heart-centered celebration of consciousness research, collective wisdom, and the future we are co-creating. And thanks to your overwhelming generosity, we exceeded our fundraising goal!
Giving Day was not only a typical fundraiser, but a living expression of noetic values. The event featured a rare, unscripted dialogue between our leading scientists—Dean Radin, Helané Wahbeh, and Arnaud Delorme—who interviewed each other in a dynamic, intimate conversation. They explored the mysteries of human consciousness, subtle energy, mind-matter interaction, and the transformative power of inner knowing.
Joining them were IONS President Thomas Brophy and Board Chair Claudia Welss, who shared inspiring visions for the next 50 years of noetic exploration.
But the event wasn’t only about ideas—it focused on presence and connection. IONS Fellow Michael Ryoshin Sapiro, PsyD, guided us in a beautiful meditation to attune to the light within and the unity that links us all. And musician Maitreya Wolf lifted the space with soul-stirring music, helping us feel into the deeper currents of resonance and celebration.
Watch the Recording on YouTube
We are deeply grateful to everyone who donated on Giving Day and throughout our journey. Your support is more than a donation. It’s a message.
A message that says:
You believe in a future guided by curiosity, connection, and compassion.
You believe in the power of rigorous science to illuminate inner truth.
You believe that transformation is possible.
Whether you gave for the first time, have been with us for years, or helped spread the word, your contribution magnifies the collective energy that fuels our work. Because of your support, we step forward with renewed boldness into the next chapter of IONS’ mission.
We invite you to take a moment to celebrate with us. Watch this short video for a thank-you message from Karen Renfroe, IONS Acting Director of Advancement, followed by our entire staff.
We are honored to steward your gifts. You inspire us to walk with purpose, ask courageous questions, and continue exploring the extraordinary domain of consciousness.
May your giving return to you as healing, joy, and connection—and ripple outward to a world in need of all three.
We hope to see you at our upcoming events!