Founding Forward

Engaging, relevant, non-partisan civic education is critical to uniting Americans. As a national non-profit charity with over 75 years of experience, we lead the way with immersive programs for students, teachers, and citizens.

To learn more about Founding Forward, click here.

Building on generations of civic education leadership​​

Founding Forward was formed through the merger of two long-standing American institutions: The Union League Legacy Foundation, founded in 1947, and Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge, founded in 1949. For generations, the two organizations have recognized Americans who uphold the foundations of our democratic system of government and educated future leaders to carry those founding principles forward. Based on their decades-long partnership, they united around a shared goal: to ensure a future rooted in liberty.

Spirit of America Youth Leadership

A transformative, four-day residential program (July 17 - 20, 2025) that engages high school students with the first principles of freedom. This one-of-a-kind immersive experience allows students to find common ground, explore and understand history in the place where it happened, and develop their leadership skills. Students must apply to attend this program.

National Sojourners Chapters will competitively select and award interested students who meet local chapter requirements full scholarships (tuition and transportation) to the conference. The cost to attend is $525 for students and $265 for chaperones. The cost includes meals, room, and the program. Click here or click the flier image to download a copy of the scholarship application.