Membership

Welcome to the ESU...

The English-Speaking Union of the United States is a membership organization whose mission is carried out locally by the efforts of Branch members.  As an ESU member, you are contributing both financially and personally to programs that enrich the lives of students and educators through a diverse range of local and national programs.  Additionally, members expand their own social network by being invited to cultural and social events, speakers and book author events, regional and national events as well as invitations to international travel opportunities.

Join the Philadelphia Branch of the ESU.

Why join the English-Speaking Union?

You are invited to become a member of the Philadelphia Branch of the English-Speaking Union of the United States. As part of a broadly based national and international organization, you will:

• Learn through lectures by internationally known authors, historians and statesmen on topics of current affairs, politics, art and culture.
• Meet interesting people at events, such as the Annual Garden Party to celebrate HRH King Charles III's birthday, dances, polo and cricket matches and social functions.
• Support the programs of the ESU, such as the Shakespeare Competition, Teachers Learning Abroad - UK and other scholarships.
• Have access to the public rooms and restaurants at Dartmouth House in London and National Headquarters in New York.

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Membership dues are as follows:

Additional Contributions

You can help the Philadelphia Branch execute the mission locally by donating to the:

Branch Shakespeare Fund:  This fund supports our participation in the National Shakespeare Competition, providing educational and cultural opportunities for local teachers and students.

Branch Speaker Fund: This fund enables us to bring quality speakers to our Branch and Members.