MISSION
At the Ora A Floyd Foundation our Mission is to foster Sustainable Communities and Racial Equity through the use of Agricultural Initiatives, Educational Scholarship Programs, and Socio-Economical Development.
VISION:
We envision a world where all people have equitable access to high Quality Education, Financial Sustainability, and Food Security.
CORE VALUES
EQUITY
Commitment to dismantling systemic barriers and ensuring fair access to resources for all communities.
JUSTICE
Advocacy for policies and practices that address racial and economic disparities in food systems.
COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
Elevating the voices of marginalized communities & fostering local leadership to drive sustainable change.
SUSTAINABILITY
Promoting long-term solutions that support both environmental and social well-being.
INTEGRITY
Acting with transparency, honesty, and accountability in all endeavors.
COLLABORATION
Building strong partnerships with individuals, organizations, & governments to amplify collective impact.
INCLUSION
​Ensuring that programs, services, and opportunities are accessible and welcoming to people of all backgrounds.
RESILIENCE
Strengthening communities to overcome challenges and thrive despite systemic inequities.
COMPASSION
Recognizing the dignity of every individual and meeting immediate needs with care and respect.
INNOVATION
Using creative and evidence-based approaches to address food insecurity and racial inequity at their roots.
HISTORY
In 1808 the United States outlawed the TransAtlantic SlaveTrade. Despite slave trade being band for over 50 years, Timothy Meaher a wealththy Alabama Shipbuilder and Plantation owner conspired to smuggle enslaved Africans into the Mobile Bay. Marking a Pivotal and tragic chapter in American History, Meaher illegally carried enslaved people to Alabama on a ship called the Clotilda in 1860. The Clotilda is known as the last ship to transport enslaved Africans to the United States. The Africans brought to Alabama were enslaved upon arrival. Many endured brutal conditions but some eventually gained freedom following the civil war. A group of survivors led by Cudjo Lewis Pollee Allen and others established a community called Africatown near Mobile Alabama. Africatown became a cultural and historical landmark preserving the language, traditions, and stories of the
Clotilda’s survivors. Pollee Allen’s Granddaughter Ora Anna Ellis Floyd is Our Great Grandmother. For decades the location of the Clotilda’s wreck remained a mystery. In 2019 marine archeologists confirmed the discovery of the Clotilda in the Mobile River, Marking a significant moment in history and bringing renewed attention to its story. The Clotilda’s history symbolizes the resilience of the African survivors and the lasting impact of slavery in the United States. Africatown continues to be a living testament to their struggle and efforts to preserve its history and culture. In remembrance of our Great Grandmother, her Grandparents, and the other survivors of the Clotilda it is our goal at the Ora A Floyd Foundation to continue the work of our ancestors.
CORE PROGRAMS
EDUCATIONAL GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Annual scholarships and college tour initiatives for underprivileged youth.
COMMUNITY
FOOD BANKS
Operate food banks in underserved areas to fight hunger.
YOUTH HOMELESSNESS ASSISTANCE
Temporary housing, mentorship, and life-skills training for homeless youth.
AGRICULTURE AWARENESS COURSES
Courses teaching sustainable farming techniques, with a focus on Inner City areas and Liberia.