
The Mission: Constitution Project, Inc., a Florida non-profit, was founded by Joseph Cofield, for the purpose of putting a copy of the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of
Independence in the hands of every 5th grade student in Florida. That is a huge task, as there are over 200,000 5th graders in 67 different Florida counties, but progress
is being made thanks to Joseph's extraordinary efforts!
The How: Joseph began his mission in April 2014 and since then, many amazing things have happened. To gather support for his mission, in April of 2015 he began his 27 - 67 Journey Across Florida - visiting each of the 67 Florida counties, riding his bike 21 miles and running 6 in each county (one mile for each of the 27 Amendments). That is over 1,800 difficult miles meeting with state and county officials, school personnel and service organizations.
The Results: As a result, last year's 5th graders in 50 counties now have their very own copy of an important 48 page booklet that includes the U. S. Constitution and Declaration of Independence. The students used the booklet at school to expand their knowledge of the Constitution, and were then able to take it home and share it with their families.
Onwards: But there are more students needing these pocket Constitution booklets. The 2nd edition includes not only the U.S. Constitution, but also a "Walk Through the Constitution" study guide, the Declaration of Independence, an index, and a place for students to take notes as directed by their teacher.
Updates:Our non-profit organization, Constitution Project, Inc., is growing rapidly. Meet our 2017 Board of Directors. click here.
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PLEASE HELP US PROVIDE CONSTITUTION BOOKLETS AND CIVICS
EDUCATION FOR A MORE INFORMED CITIZENRY
Constitution For The People DLN # 2957601
$1 per booklet includes shipping and all administrative costs
OR
Mail check to: Constitution For The People, 790 107th Ave. N. / Naples, Fl. 34108
Donations made to Constitution For The People, a 501(c)3 organization, may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
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September 18, 2018 Broward County, Florida
Broward County School Board Meeting for Resolution in Support of Constitution For The People Booklets for Fifth Grade American History Students. Click to watch the presentation!
Slide Show of Interest
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Joseph on his
"Journey Across Florida"
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The only way we can accomplish our mission for the students of Florida is with the help of patriotic citizens like you.
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What Others are Saying
"Thank you for the thoughtful gift of Constitution booklets for our fifth graders. It's great for them to have something concrete to hold in their hands to help them understand what our Constitution is and what it means to each of us.
Again, thank you for your thoughtfulness."
Sincerely,
Kathleen Valle, 5th grade ELA and Social Studies teacher Daughtrey Elementary School.
Will you help?
For just $25 you can supply an entire classroom of 5th grade students with their very own copy of the United States Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, and more. |