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The Biosophical Institute
The mission of The Biosophical Institute, a non-profit private foundation, is to cultivate a community and culture of peace encompassing life wisdom and deep relationships through character and peace education.
What is Biosophy?
Biosophy is the science and art of intelligent living based on the awareness and practice of spiritual values, ethical-social principles and character qualities essential to individual freedom and social harmony.
The word "Biosophy," created by Dr. Frederick Kettner, combines the Greek words "bios" (life) and "sophia"(wisdom) to mean "life wisdom." Dr. Kettner based Biosophy on the works of the 16th century philosopher Baruch Spinoza.
For nearly a century, the Biosophical Institute has encouraged individuals to seek knowledge, practice peace, and strengthen community.
How We Fulfill Our Mission
For programming, workshops and community gatherings, the Institute maintains a public physical presence in its Center for P.E.A.C.E. (Peace through Ethical Action and Creative Education) and Community, located in Bath, Maine.
For individuals and organization pursuing our mission-based goals of cultivating a community and culture of peace and working toward character and peace education, we offer scholarships and grants.
Programs
Advancing peace, equity, and learning through programs, retreats, and education
Scholarships
Supporting students who embody the principles of Biosophy
Funding organizations and projects that build stronger communities
Retreat and Community Space in Bath, Maine
The Center for P.E.A.C.E. & Community is the home of the Biosophical Institute and a retreat center in Midcoast Maine offering meeting rooms, breakout spaces, and comfortable overnight accommodations. Designed for nonprofits, educators, and community groups, the Center provides an environment where people can gather, learn, and recharge.
Main Gathering Room
Breakout Rooms
Kitchen & Dining
Central Midcoast Maine location, minutes from Bath’s downtown and waterfront
Main room seats up to 40 with two breakout rooms for small groups
Comfortable overnight accommodations for single or multi day retreats
Guided by peace, sustainability, equity, and community engagement
Grants & Scholarships
The Biosophical Institute provides funding to support scholars, educators, and community leaders whose work advances peace, ethics, and cooperation. From doctoral research to curriculum development and community programming, our grants and scholarships help turn ideas into action.
Frederick Kettner Scholarship
Funding for doctoral students pursuing studies in philosophy, ethics, and peace education, honoring the founder's vision.
Ron Matsko-Ensel Grant
Awarded to educators (pre-K through 12) committed to developing ethics, creativity, and character in their students.
Project and Program Grant
Support for initiatives that advance peace, character, or ethics through education, research, or practice. Open to individuals and nonprofit organizations.
Lowell Scott Ensel Grant
COMING SOON--Awarded to young individuals (40 and under) committed to building peaceful communities and supporting social justice.
Help Us Build a Stronger Community
When you support the Biosophical Institute, you make more than a donation. You help create space for dialogue, provide resources for changemakers, and sustain a retreat center where people can gather to learn and connect. Your contribution makes this work possible.