American Civics Campaign

Inspired by President Nixon’s conviction in education and debate, the American Civics Campaign will equip the next generation with a deep understanding of American democracy and civic life.

The Nixon Foundation is set to initiate significant capital improvements aimed at broadening our educational influence. This endeavor encompasses a quadrupling of our educational exhibition space, the preservation of President Nixon’s iconic Marine One helicopter and the presidential limousine, and the establishment of an immersive, hands-on American Civics Center. This transformative initiative is designed to cater to the educational needs of students, scholars, and researchers on a global scale.

“Richard Nixon’s true religion was America: a civic faith in the Constitution, the founders, the American Way and the American virtues, freedom and democracy.”

-Lance Morrow, The Wall Street Journal

Education is a core component of the mission of the Richard Nixon Foundation.

This duty to educate is rooted in the life and legacy of President Nixon. From his humble beginnings as the son of a grocer to his realization of the American Dream by reaching the Oval Office, the importance of learning, debating, and analyzing was foundational to his worldview.

The American Civics Campaign is a strategic endeavor to teach elementary, middle and high school students about the fundamentals of American democracy, history, and civics.

Donations

Contact Brenda St. Hilaire, Senior Consultant, Development

Phone
(714) 514-8888

Email brenda@nixonfoundation.org

To Learn more about educational initiatives:

Contact Chris Lowe,
Trish O’Donnell Director of Education

Phone
(714) 254-5146

Email chrisl@nixonfoundation.org

Happening Now

If you are attending a private event hosted at the Nixon Library and have questions, please contact the event organizer.

National Civics Bee

Middle schoolers showcase their mastery of civics knowledge in this annual national competition.

OC Gift of History

An interactive, award-winning curriculum for third graders that brings history to life—building civic pride, fostering community awareness, and laying the foundation for lifelong engagement.

High School Honors Civics Class

A first-of-its-kind course that pairs advanced civics instruction with immersive, hands-on learning at the Nixon Library—preparing high school students to become informed, engaged citizens.

Washington DC Immersive Experience for college students at the Grand Strategy Summit

College students gain a firsthand look at government in action through behind-the-scenes access to iconic Washington, D.C. institutions, exclusive meetings with national leaders, and participation in the Nixon Foundation’s premier foreign policy forum.

Coming Soon
Video Series: Understanding American Civics

Support the Campaign

Inspired by President Nixon’s conviction in education and debate, the American Civics Campaign will equip the next generation with a deep understanding of American democracy and civic life.

Our Civics

Five Point Plan

An effort to reach students, through both in-person and online instruction, from elementary school to middle school, high school and in college to ensure the next generation is engaged in lifelong civic participation.

Elementary School

Middle School

High School

College

National Resources

American Civics Campaign
Supporters

$3 Million

Barbara and Alex Bowie

$2 Million

Ling and Charlie Zhang
Anonymous

$1 Million

Shaun and Leland Smith
Anonymous

$500,000

Doy Henley
Patricia Houston
Charles Keller
Bruce Whelihan

$250,000

Vicki and Michael Crow

$100,000

Meredith and Ken Khachigian
Jolynn and Patrick Mahoney
Richard (Sandy) Quinn
Ana and Oliver Schwab

Campaign Leadership

The Richard Nixon Foundation

Ambassador Robert C. O’Brien, Chairman of the Board of Directors

Jim Byron, President & CEO
Brenda St. Hilaire, Senior Consultant, Development

The American Civics Campaign

Finance Committee Members

Alex Bowie, Co-Chair

Charlie Zhang, Co-Chair

Barbara Bowie
Jim Burra
Jo Ellen Chatham
Vicki and Michael Crow
Massy Farzine
Ginny and Dave Hanna
Patricia Houston
Ken Khachigian

Nikan Khatibi
Parmis Khatibi
Jolynn and Pat Mahoney
Meghan McNulty
Rick Muth
Steve Pizula
Oliver Schwab
Bruce Whelihan

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American Civics Campaign

Inspired by President Nixon’s conviction in education and debate, the American Civics Campaign will equip the next generation with a deep understanding of American democracy and civic life.

“Richard Nixon’s true religion was America: a civic faith in the Constitution, the founders, the American Way and the American virtues, freedom and democracy.”

-Lance Morrow, The Wall Street Journal

Happening Now

If you are attending a private event hosted at the Nixon Library and have questions, please contact the event organizer.

National Civics Bee

National Civics Bee

OC Gift of History

OC Gift of History

High School Honors Civics Class

High School Honors Civics Class

Washington DC Immersive Experience for college students at the Grand Strategy Summit

Washington DC Immersive Experience for college students at the Grand Strategy Summit

Coming SoonVideo Series: Understanding American Civics

The Origins of the Star-Spangled Banner

Nixon: The Man in the Arena

Support the Campaign

Inspired by President Nixon’s conviction in education and debate, the American Civics Campaign will equip the next generation with a deep understanding of American democracy and civic life.

Our Civics

Five Point Plan

Elementary School

Middle School

High School

College

National Resources

American Civics Campaign Supporters

$3 Million

$2 Million

$1 Million

$500,000

$250,000

$100,000

Campaign Leadership

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