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Lasting impact requires collective effort. There are many ways to join us in continuing this legacy.

Donate
Your contribution directly supports scholarships, leadership initiatives, and preservation programs.
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We welcome corporate sponsors, institutional partners, and non-profit organizations committed to advancing education and equity.
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Support our events, mentorship initiatives, and outreach programs.
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Volunteer Opportunities

Interested in volunteering your time to help further the cause of the Frederick Douglas Reese Foundation?
From helping out with events, youth mentorship groups, or community outreach programs, your support allows us to better teach future generations of leaders.

Apply for Scholarship

Students and participants may apply for scholarships and leadership programs through our online application portal. Awarding annual scholarships to graduating seniors pursuing higher education, with 85% of recipients enrolling in college.

The Frederick D. Reese Foundation Mascot

The Frederick D. Reese Foundation mascot serves as a friendly and inspiring symbol that helps introduce young people to the life, legacy, and values of Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Reese. Through the mascot, children can engage with history in a way that is fun, memorable, and meaningful.

The mascot helps make the Civil Rights story approachable for younger generations by turning important lessons about courage, faith, leadership, and service into experiences that children can see, interact with, and remember. By appearing at educational events, church visits, school programs, and community gatherings, the mascot creates excitement and curiosity while opening the door for conversations about the role of the church, community leadership, and the Civil Rights Movement.

More than just a character, the mascot represents the spirit of Rev. Reese’s work—encouraging children to stand for what is right, serve their communities, and believe that their voice and actions can make a difference.

Through storytelling, photos, interactive learning, and community engagement, the mascot helps ensure that the legacy of Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Reese continues to inspire the next generation of leaders.