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The Frederick Douglass Foundation of Ohio is a non-profit organization, established to advance education and promote innovative solutions to societal challenges. Its purpose is to provide civic and economic education, offer leadership training, and enhance the quality of life in communities of Ohio.


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"How To Get Through Your Valley" Celebrating Black History
"How To Get Through Your Valley" Celebrating Black History

"How To Get Through Your Valley" Celebrating Black History

Black History Month @ Frederick Douglass Elementary School, Cincinnati
Black History Month @ Frederick Douglass Elementary School, Cincinnati

Celebrating Black History Month @  Frederick Douglass Elementary School

A big Thank You to Linda Matthews for organizing it, and to all the volunteers, especially our "Frederick Douglass" who did such a wonderful job!
Special thanks to the Honorable Judge Betsy Sundermann for taking the time to...

Black History Month @ North Avondale Elementary, Cincinnati
Black History Month @ North Avondale Elementary, Cincinnati

Celebrating Black History Month @ North Avondale Elementary, Cincinnati

Cuyahoga County Executive Debate
Cuyahoga County Executive Debate

County Ambassador Pastor Jeff Jemison Cleveland OHIO, with Terry Butler

Frederick Douglass Center 103rd Anniversary and Gala, Toledo Ohio
Frederick Douglass Center 103rd Anniversary and Gala, Toledo Ohio

At the Frederick Douglass Center 103rd Anniversary and Gala, Toledo Ohio!

John Calhoun at the movie premiere of "Freaky Profiling"
John Calhoun at the movie premiere of "Freaky Profiling"

Hamilton County Ambassador John Calhoun being great!

Tonight was the premiere of the movie "Freaky Profiling" at Memorial Hall where John Calhoun plays ‘Robert’, the father of the lead actor ‘Micah’ 😃
Cameron Marshall is the writer, Director, Producer. Congratulations Cameron!!
It was a great,...

Frederick Douglass Foundation of OHIO in Nashville TN 2022
Frederick Douglass Foundation of OHIO in Nashville TN 2022

Frederick Douglass Foundation of OHIO Faith & Freedom Coalition, Nashville TN 2022!!

John T. Coats II makes presentation to Ohio's First Lady Fran DeWine
John T. Coats II makes presentation to Ohio's First Lady Fran DeWine

On behalf of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's Evangelical Advisory Council, John T. Coats II was honored to make a special presentation to Ohio's First Lady Fran DeWine for her outstanding work for greater child literacy.

John Calhoun speaks in Columbus about Media
John Calhoun speaks in Columbus about Media

John Calhoun speaks in Columbus about on the importance of using media creatively to counter misinformation by the Media and it’s negative effects on the black community

Ten Key Points About Frederick Douglass
Ten Key Points About Frederick Douglass

  1. Early Life and Enslavement:
    • Born into slavery in February 1818 in Talbot County, Maryland, Frederick Douglass experienced the harsh realities of enslavement from an early age.
  1. Self-Education:
    • Despite laws against educating slaves, Douglass learned to read and write, initially taught by his master's...

Black Family Reunion 2022 Parade Cincinnati OHIO!
Black Family Reunion 2022 Parade Cincinnati OHIO!

FDF Ohio at the Black Family Reunion 2022 Parade Cincinnati OHIO!