Our Community
255 Years of British Culture in NYC
St. George’s Society of New York (SGSNY) has been the home for British community and culture in New York City for over 255 years. We organize over twenty events each year for our members and friends, connecting the UK to NYC. As a nonprofit social society, our members support our three charitable programs, serving the Commonwealth and UK community in New York.
Home for British Expats, Anglophiles, and Friends!
Looking to celebrate Pancake Day or Bonfire Night here in the States? Are you a whiz at pub quizzes?
SGSNY membership offers something for everyone! From young Brits just starting their careers in NYC, to expats who have been in New York City for decades, to Americans who studied abroad in the UK, our members share a love for British culture and a commitment to giving back to our three charitable programs: Beneficiary Program, Scholarship Program, and the Family Support Fund.
Giving Back is in Our DNA
Since 1770 we have supported British and Commonwealth immigrants in New York City. Our programs have changed with the times. Today we provide rent assistance for senior citizens, scholarships for final-year college students, and emergency assistance for UK families accessing life-saving pediatric cancer treatment in NYC
When you join SGSNY, you’re becoming part of a community committed to making a real change, together.
Who Can Join?
You don’t need a UK passport or be from the Commonwealth to become a St. George’s Society of New York member. If you feel at home hearing a British accent, celebrating St. George’s Day, or supporting a good cause over a pint, you’re one of us!
To join, you’ll need:
Two current members to serve as your Proposer and Seconder, or
If you’re new to the Society, please email us at membership@stgeorgessociety.org.
We are always looking for new members to join. To become a member, please click here.
Your Membership Benefits
As a member of SGSNY, you’ll enjoy:
A strong community of British Expats and Anglophiles working in diverse range of industries
Priority access and discounted tickets to our events
Invitations to exclusive partner-hosted events
Perks and discounts through our local partners, like discounted Yankee tickets and official rugby or Wimbledon watch parties
Volunteer opportunities to give back in a meaningful way, such as cleaning up Morningside Park or cooking for unhoused New Yorkers during the holiday season
Whether you’re here to network, celebrate British culture, or support others, there’s a place for you.
What We Ask Our Members
We don’t have a long list of rules, just a few ways to stay connected and keep our mission alive:
Support St. George’s Society of New York’s mission, programs, values and policies.
Make St. George’s Society of New York one of your giving and serving priorities.
Attend Society events when you can
Introduce new members and help expand our network
Follow our Code of Conduct
