Expanding our reach – programs, campus, and staff
It has been a busy year at Founding Forward! While we have already welcomed hundreds of students and teachers, we are excited to welcome hundreds more students to Valley Forge and over 650 teachers to Union League Liberty Hill this summer. As we prepare for our expanded student and teacher programs, we are continuing to host dynamic speaker programs, grow our professional staff, and make improvements on our Valley Forge campus – all while staying focused on our Strategic Plan.
Excitement is building for our Scholarship Awards Dinner this May, where we’ll proudly recognize the outstanding incoming class of 2026 scholars. We are thrilled to announce that nearly $500,000 in scholarships will be awarded. Since our founding over 70 years ago, Founding Forward has provided close to $8 million in scholarships, helping nearly 1,500 students pursue their educational dreams.
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Immersive, inspiring programs
Our low-tech, high-touch, nonpartisan programs give our participants a fresh perspective on America’s unique history and promising future.
Celebrate America’s birthday through Founding Forward
What better way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary than by attending a Founding Forward student, teacher, or community program? Share these opportunities with students or teachers you know, or join us for one of our programs open to members and the greater community. We look forward to seeing you this summer!
The perfect recharge for teachers
Recharge and get inspired at our acclaimed week-long teacher seminars at Liberty Hill. Educators gain fresh ideas and new classroom content on topics like the First and Fourth Amendments, Medal of Honor: Vietnam, Suffrage and Citizenship, and more.
Immersive fun for students
Bring history to life this summer! Founding Forward’s programs offer middle and high school students unforgettable, hands-on experiences in the places where history happened. Sign up now for Civic Explorer Day Camp, Debate and Leadership Institute, Spirit of America, and Service Learning in Public Policy.
Join your community for the 250th
This summer, enjoy even more speaker programs and community programs as we celebrate America’s semiquincentennial. New events are added monthly – check back often so you don’t miss out!
Celebrate citizenship
Join Founding Forward and the Chester County Bar on June 26 for a moving and meaningful Naturalization Ceremony. This event provides an incredible opportunity to witness this powerful moment in the lives of our nation’s newest citizens.
