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Official registration details, legal status, and governance information are provided on this site for transparency.

NAME & PHILOSOPHICAL ROOTS

The term Druwayu derives from Gaulish linguistics:

Dru — “true” or “strong”
Wayu — “ways” or “paths”

Together, “True Ways.” The name reflects the Church’s insistence on honesty about what Druwayu is—and is not—while encouraging the pursuit of impersonal, objective truth, even when uncomfortable. Truth is never to be confused with personal perception or subjective experience. It is entirely impersonal and takes no sides other than its own.

Essential Information

GENERAL

The First Church of Druwayu is a legally registered nonprofit religious organization based in Oregon, dedicated to inclusive spiritual exploration guided by logic, inquiry, and humor. Our mission is to provide a community where members can explore philosophical and spiritual questions voluntarily and respectfully.

Legal & Organizational Status

Federal EIN: 33-3162754
Oregon Registry: 2441822-91
DUNS: 11-955-8354
Entity Type: Domestic Nonprofit Corporation (Religious with Members)
Status: Active
Incorporation Date: July 21, 2025
President & Registered Agent: Raymond S. Foster

The Church is recognized as a nonprofit religious organization by the State of Oregon. Donations are generally tax-deductible under IRC §508(c)(1)(A), which applies to churches automatically without the need for separate IRS approval letters. The First Church of Druwayu is also listed in independent business directories, including Dun & Bradstreet, confirming the organization’s key principal, address, and industry classification as a religious and civic nonprofit.

Mission & Philosophy

We encourage open-minded spiritual exploration with no mandatory beliefs or rituals.
Our guiding principles, known as Drikeyu, focus on curiosity, logic, and inclusive community engagement.
Membership is voluntary, and participants are free to engage according to their personal interests.

Governance

Governance follows structured bylaws designed for nonprofit compliance and ethical leadership.
Leadership roles and organizational structure ensure transparency and accountability.

Key Points for Media Reference

Officially registered in Oregon (Registry #2441822‑91).
Nonprofit religious organization with legal recognition under state law.
Independent verification exists in business directories such as D&B.
Newly incorporated (July 2025), reflecting our recent formal establishment.
IRS tax-exempt status applies automatically for churches under federal law (§508(c)(1)(A)).

Note: This page is intended to provide verifiable information about the Church’s legal and organizational status, mission, and governance, making it easier for media, researchers, and the public to confirm our legitimacy.

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