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My creed is that public service must be more than doing a job efficiently and honestly. It must be a complete dedication to the people and to the nation with full recognition that every human being is entitled to courtesy and consideration, that constructive criticism is not only to be expected but sought, that smears are not only to be expected but fought, that honor is to be earned, not bought.
-Margaret Chase Smith, U.S. Senator

About Us

What is FOUNDING FATHERS?

FOUNDING FATHERS community organization is a long-term approach where the people affected by an issue are supported in identifying problems and taking action to achieve solutions. The FOUNDING FATHERS challenge those it works with to change the way things are—it is a means of achieving social change through collective action by changing the balance of power. The tactics and strategies employed by the FOUNDING FATHERS are similar to the processes of leadership including timing the issue, deliberate planning, getting the attention of the populace, framing the issue in terms of the desired solution, and shaping the terms of the decision-making process.

FOUNDING FATHERS IS: A COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION BUILT ON THE PRINCIPALS OF EQUALITY, COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT, CHARITY, AND PARTNERSHIP. FOUNDING FATHERS IS A NON-PARTISAN ORGANIZATION THAT IS OPEN TO ALL CITIZENS.

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. -Margaret Mead

Why use Community Organizing?

Community organizing helps to bring out many voices to add collective power and strength to an issue. Community organizing is a key part of an overall strategy to make changes in a community that are widely felt, and that reflect the wishes of the people who are directly affected by any and all community problems. The FOUNDING FATHERS will not only listen and be responsive to the community, but will also help facilitate community residents with a means to address their own issues in an ongoing way.

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