Our mission is to create a nonprofit that funds and supports transformative educational initiatives while telling the full American story in order to give voice to underrepresented communities, including our ancestors. This means acknowledging our nation's complex and difficult history, including its darkest moments, while always keeping a positive focus on the promises of the American Dream and the aspiration to become the nation we were meant to be.
Our non profit will also aim to support veterans - the heart of our nation. And walk out the important work our educational curriculums put forward through calls of social justice, equality, fairness and true patriotism based on a country we can all be genuinely proud of.
Our lessons will engage both teachers and students in examining pivotal moments in history, exploring how things could have been different, and envisioning how we can build a better future together. As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. so powerfully said, our goal is to help America "be what is written on paper."
Beyond traditional education, we will integrate fine art, theater, and history-based curricula, ensuring that creativity and storytelling are central to the learning experience. This approach does not promote patriotism in a superficial, "rah-rah" way, but rather as an aspirational call - a call to move forward together, always striving for higher ideals and deeper unity.
Our goal is not just to educate - but to inspire action. We want to empower individuals to engage in active citizenship, support community-driven change, and even step into leadership roles - from volunteering and advocacy to running for office. This brings us to our election integrity and servant leadership non profit work. In addition, we also offer courses for lobbyists, activists, organizers, rising political leaders and more at https://legacyleadershipacademy.org/
Together, through education, real on the ground work, and a fervent belief in America's highest ideals - we can create real change.
A key initiative of our nonprofit will be supporting veteran, —not just in words, but in action. From housing and legal guidance to honoring their stories of bravery, loss, and wisdom through media projects, to health and longevity programs to age with dignity, pride and grace, , we are committed to ensuring that those who have served our country receive the highest recognition, and best care, and opportunities they deserve. Their experiences are a vital part of the American story, and we are dedicated to uplifting them in meaningful ways.
We also recognize the urgent need to support and heal Indigenous communities. Our nonprofit will focus on increasing access to essential resources, celebrating Indigenous culture and arts, expanding education, and most importantly - healing. Spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically, we are committed to undoing some of the generational trauma that Indigenous peoples have endured at the hands of our nation.
We also acknowledge the deep impact of racism and generational enslavement in shaping American society. As this is a vast and critical area of work, and many outstanding nonprofits are already leading this charge, we aim to partner with and amplify organizations already dedicated to racial justice and healing in order to tackle this massive effort most effectively. Through collaboration, we can extend the reach of these efforts and ensure that our collective mission stays true to the vision of a more just and united America.
America is a long story.
We might be living in the most important chapter.
- Jen Appel