Empowering Generations

The Charles Follis Foundation stands as a living tribute to truth, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit.

In 1902, Charles W. Follis became the first Black professional football player—a pioneer who faced a divided world with courage, strength, and grace. He endured adversity not with anger, but with quiet power. His perseverance opened doors for generations to come, and his story remains one of America’s greatest untold legacies.

Yet today, that story risks being conveyed, exploited, or hidden from history without the perspective only the family can provide. With your donation and support, we can safeguard the truth, inspire generations, and preserve his legacy truthfully.

Our mission is clear:To educate minds, inspire hearts and move the feet of those in our community by introducing the true stories of courage, strength and enduranceembodied by Charles W. Follis on the playing field and in the real game: life. 

Through your generosity, we’re doing more than preserving Charles Follis’s extraordinary legacy through films, documentaries, literature, and merchandise. 

The Charles Follis Foundation is providing opportunities, resources and empowering tomorrow’s generation through –

Three Pillars of Impact:

 Sport – Every child deserves a chance to play, grow, and excel. Your support empowers young athletes in underserved communities with mentorship, equipment, and resources, giving them the tools to dream big, build confidence, and embrace the power of teamwork.

 Education – Knowledge is the key to opportunity. By funding programs and scholarships, you give children the resources to learn, grow, and become the leaders and innovators of tomorrow. Every contribution plants a seed for a brighter, smarter, and stronger future.

 Art – Creativity changes lives. By providing musical instruments, nurturing artistic programs, and celebrating cultural expression, you help children discover their voices, tell their stories, and shine in ways that transcend boundaries and inspire the world.

Donation Beneficiaries:

 Support CFF — Keep the Foundation alive and thriving! Your gift fuels every program, campaign, and initiative that carries Charles Follis’s legacy forward and empowers generations to come.

 Sports — Give every child the chance to play, grow, and shine. Your support puts equipment, coaching, and opportunities into the hands of youth in underserved communities.

 Music &  Arts — Ignite creativity and unlock talent! Help young artists and musicians express themselves, tell their stories, and inspire the world.

 Education &  Scholarships — Open doors to brighter futures. Fund scholarships, mentorship, and resources that help students learn, lead, and achieve their dreams.

 Movies,  Documentaries &  Apparel — Share the story of Charles Follis far and wide! Preserve his legacy through films, documentaries, and apparel that educate, inspire, and honor greatness.

Charles W. Follis, a trailblazing, barrier-breaking pioneer and fearless advocate for equality, proved Greatness Transcends — his courage, fortitude, impact, and ultimate sacrifice continue to resonate through generations.

Now, we invite the nation to stand with us—to keep his light burning, his story honest, and his impact alive.
Every donation helps children break barriers, explore their potential, and achieve what once seemed impossible.

Your support honors the past, empowers the present, and lays the foundation for the future. 

#PowerOfOne! 
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