About Us
A family foundation, rooted and reaching.
The Franklin Sacred Roots Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established to honor our heritage, nurture our values, and share the warmth of our table with the wider community.
Who we are
We are descendants, in-laws, and chosen kin of the Franklin family — gathered around a common conviction that the traditions we have inherited are worth tending, and worth sharing.
The Foundation grew from kitchen-table conversations into a chartered nonprofit so that the work of preservation, education, and service could continue beyond any single generation. We operate transparently, govern collectively, and partner generously.
Our north star is simple: leave the family — and the community around it — better than we found it.
Core Values
The principles that guide our giving.
Every program, partnership, and gathering is shaped by the values passed down through the Franklin family.
Heritage and Legacy
We preserve and honor family history, sacred roots, and cultural traditions as a source of identity, connection, and community strength.
Service to Community
We are committed to serving families and communities with compassion, dignity, and respect.
Education and Empowerment
We support learning, mentorship, and leadership opportunities that help individuals and families grow across generations.
Intergenerational Connection
We create opportunities for elders, adults, youth, and future generations to learn from one another and build lasting relationships.
Inclusion and Belonging
We welcome diverse voices, experiences, and perspectives while fostering a culture of unity, respect, and shared purpose.
Integrity and Accountability
We operate with honesty, transparency, and responsible stewardship of the resources entrusted to us.
Sustainable Impact
We pursue programs, partnerships, and initiatives that create meaningful, measurable, and lasting benefit for the communities we serve.
Leadership
Stewarded by family, guided by community.
The Foundation is governed by a family council with the counsel of program stewards and community advisors.
- Founding Family CouncilGovernance & vision
- Program StewardsEducation, culture, and charity
- Community AdvisorsPartner congregations & nonprofits
Board of Directors
The family council entrusted with our governance.
Advisory Board
Trusted counsel from our wider community.
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