Support Our Work

Be a part of our mission to protect Pennsylvania’s historic African American burial sites. Join our network and contribute to fund our preservation efforts. You can make a significant impact by becoming a part of our network and contributing to fund our crucial initiatives. Your contributions, no matter the size, are deeply appreciated.

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You may wish to consider one of the following levels of support:

$10/year – “Peony” Support: Embracing a cherished tradition, peonies adorn the graves of USCT veterans on Decoration Day. They symbolize love, respect, and honor.

$25/year – “Periwinkle” Support: These delicate wildflowers, also known as myrtle or vinca, often grace African American burial sites, representing remembrance, faith, and peace.

$35/year – “Daffodil” Support: Spring’s herald, daffodils, frequent grave markers in African American burial grounds, symbolize hope, rebirth, and renewal.

$50/year – “Yucca” Support: A symbol of enduring strength, the yucca, a hardy and long-lasting perennial, is traditionally used to mark African American graves, representing resilience, fortitude, and persistence.

$100/year – “Evergreen” Support: Conifers like cedar and spruce, which grace and encircle African American cemeteries, offer year-round beauty and symbolize peace, transcendence, and timeless endurance.