August 2024

Halfway through our second year, I’m thrilled to report huge growth in the impact of our programs. Students have spent more than 25,000 hours learning about what makes America exceptional: our Founding Documents and the ideas and institutions that arose out of it. We’ve also awarded $150,000 in scholarships with another $50,000 being awarded for those applying by the next deadline of December 31^st.

This success provides us an opportunity to reflect on what these ideas are, and why we’re so drawn to them.

Foundational to America is the realization that our rights are given to us by our Creator. The precious gift of our “unalienable” rights comes directly from God. That’s what makes them so special and universal. And history is a constant reminder that we nonetheless need to defend them. Ronald Reagan rightly noted that freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We must remain vigilant. Once we lose our rights, we might never get them back.

That’s why I’m optimistic about our future: I’m deeply inspired by the thousands of students who are participating in our Constitutional Studies Program. We’re arming these future leaders with passion for and knowledge of America.

My recent travels only make me more optimistic. In July, I spoke at a Turning Point Academy conference. I met hundreds of educators who were lining up at our booth. They acknowledged that schools aren’t teaching civics. They eagerly ordered our materials to share with students and faculty to fill this crucial gap in students’ learning.

These educators also brought a sense of urgency in every conversation. They know that with every class that graduates without learning about America, the foundation of our country erodes.

That’s why we need your help. We ask that you help us grow and meet our goal of reaching tens of thousands of students annually. Please spread the word by forwarding this email and telling students and educators about FFROA.

We also humbly ask for your financial support. Your tax-deductible gift brings foundational education to young Americans, turning them into informed citizens and future leaders who are equipped to defend the Constitution and the freedoms it provides so that they will pass it on to the next generation.  Click here to donate today.

I’m also excited to share that we’re opening our courses up to people of all ages who want to learn about the greatness of America. Look out for the new tab on our website that will lead non-students to these free courses.

Please reach out to me with questions or ways in which you may be able to help.

Yours in Liberty,

Christine Altenberger
Executive Director
ca@ffroa.com
630-869-5354

In August 1787, delegates to the Constitutional Convention begin debating the first complete draft of the proposed Constitution of the United States. These debates allowed the delegates to devise a system of checks and balances and created a two-tier legislature with proportional representation in the lower house (House of Representatives) and equal representation of the states in the upper house (Senate). The intricate work of the founders is recognized by one scholarship winner: 

“The founders acknowledged that governments are not perfect. They carefully weighed out the pros and cons of every article of the document. The founders believed that uniting the states would benefit every citizen. The founders recognized that freedom is limited by reality and thus formed a constitution, which best allowed the people to use their free will wisely. This beautifully written document defines the rights of the people.” – $2,000 Winner Bailey Wright

Spring 2024 FFROA Constitutional Study Scholarship Program Winners include:

Civics literacy is essential and a major goal of the Constitutional Study Scholarship Program. Students are able to understand what the original purpose of our government is and have the opportunity to be rewarded with scholarships. Most importantly, this program empowers more defenders of the Constitution. Applications are being accepted now for our next round of scholarships. Deadline is December 31^st at midnight.

This summer, Executive Director Christine Altenberger had the opportunity to spread the word about the program on Media Row at the Turning Point Believers Summit with Misty Philip of Spark Media. Christine also spoke at the Turning Point Academy Educators Summit in West Palm Beach, FL. Watch

Be sure to read the latest FFROA News and additional information about our Constitutional Study Scholarship Winners. Click here

Foundation for the Restoration of America is on a mission to fill the gaps where America’s education system has failed. Americans should know about our nation’s founding principles and the freedoms guaranteed by our Constitution.

Through our Constitutional Study Scholarship Program, students have the opportunity to learn about our Constitution and founding principles; about our rights and liberties; and why it’s so important to keep and defend our Constitution.

We need your help to educate young Americans! Partner with us to provide scholarships to ensure the next generation can defend the Constitution and their freedoms.

Partner with us to Ensure America’s Future

Our freedom depends on the next generation defending the Constitution of the United States. Thank you for investing in America’s future!

Foundation for the Restoration of America is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charity. Donations to FFROA are tax-deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.