Joe Foss Institute

The Joe Foss Institute is a nonprofit organization in the United States that promotes civic education programs.[1] It was founded in 2001 by general and politician Joe Foss, and is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.[2]

History

The Institute was founded in 2001 by General Joseph J. Foss and his wife Donna Foss to promote civic education in the United States.[3] It offers educational programs for youth groups and public school students,[4] involving events like veterans visiting schools to talk about their experiences or the screening of patriotic films,[5] including a film about the life of Foss.[2] The institute also awards scholarships to students who win video and essay competitions.[6][7][8]

In 2015, the organization campaigned to make passing the American Civics Test, which is administered as a requirement for naturalized citizens, a requirement of graduating high school.[9][5]

The institute holds an annual Stars in Service event to honor national heroes, educators and public servants.[10][11] Traditionally held in Arizona, past speakers have included Charles Krauthammer, Carl Bernstein and Richard Dreyfuss.[3]

References
  1. Gallen, Tim (October 29, 2013). "Parsons Foundation awards $100,000 to Joe Foss Institute for Civic Education". Phoenix Business Journal. Retrieved 18 July 2014.
  2. McLellan, Dennis (January 2, 2013). "Joe Foss, Ace Won Medal of Honor, Was Governor and Football Executive". La Times. Retrieved 17 January 2015.
  3. "AZ Giving and Leading: Joe Foss Institute Dinner". Arizona PBS. Retrieved 2023-07-30.
  4. Kellne, Mark (January 3, 2002). "Flying Joe Foss' Legacy; Veteran Tell Students about Freedom's Price". The Washington Times. Retrieved 18 July 2014.
  5. Vara, Vauhini (2015-08-04). "What's the Right Way to Teach Civics?". The New Yorker. ISSN 0028-792X. Retrieved 2023-07-30.
  6. "Oklahoma tournadoes: 2 $5,000 scholarships planned for students affected by tournadoes". The Oklahoman. July 2, 2013.
  7. "Discover Scholarships that Celebrate America". U.S. News & World Report. July 4, 2013. Retrieved 18 July 2014.
  8. Guilfoile, Lisa. "Civic Education and Patriotism: Joe Foss Institute is Getting it Right". National Center for Learning and Civic Engagement. Archived from the original on 2014-07-24. Retrieved 18 July 2014.
  9. Wong, Alia (2015-09-17). "Is the U.S. Citizenship Test the Best Way to Evaluate Kids' Civic-Mindedness?". The Atlantic. Retrieved 2020-08-06.
  10. Nowicki, Dan (March 30, 2014). "Charles Krauthammer, Carl Bernstein to headline event". Arizona Republic. Retrieved 18 July 2014.
  11. Kennedy, Erin (December 11, 2011). "Valley Benefits: Joe Foss Institute Gets $1.5 Million". Phoenix Business Journal. Retrieved 18 July 2014.

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