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The April 4th Foundation is dedicated to preserving the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and advancing his vision of justice, equality, and empowerment. Based in Memphis, TN—where Dr. King made his final stand for workers’ rights—the foundation serves as a beacon of hope, education, and progress. Through your donation or sponsorship, you are: 

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PRESERVING HISTORY – Supporting educational programs, scholarships, and events that keep Dr. King’s legacy alive for future generations.

 

EMPOWERING YOUTH – Funding initiatives that uplift  and empower youth through leadership training, historical education, and social justice advocacy.

 

INSPIRING CHANGE – Helping to organize commemorations and dialogues that encourage action towards racial and economic equality.

 

Your contribution fuels meaningful work that turns the lessons of history into a catalyst for progress. Join us in honoring Dr. King’s dream—donate today and be a part of the change.

Give Now. Inspire Tomorrow.

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WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Terrolyn Barris

Four Year FootSteps Participant

During my time in the program, I met many civil rights icons from the 1960's movement. Their stories are the ones that are not shared in the classrooms. I found them to be not only beautiful, inspiring, and strength-giving but also more important than ever in today's climate. Their stories need to be passed on to youth

Harrison Morrow

Four Year FootSteps Participant

Marcus Garvey said, ‘A people without the knowlege of their past history, origin, and culture is like a tree without roots.’ I thank Dr. Saulsberry and others for allowing me and others to get in touch with our roots. They even gave us the opportunity to explore. I now reside in the DMV area and my first time there was through FootSteps. I was also introduced to Atlanta and Birmingham and met some wonderful civil rights icons. I encourage everyone to support this organization in some way as they continue to tell the story and pass it on.

Jae Henderson Ballard

Volunteer

I served as a chaperone on the trip to Washington, DC. I saw how engaged the students were in the history lessons and how much they enjoyed being in a different atmosphere than home. The FootSteps program opened their eyes to what was, what is and what can be.

Call us:

901.859.3364

901.481.6218

Mailing Address 

P.O. Box 3267

Memphis, TN 38173

© 2025 April 4th Foundation

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