You may have just discovered that your ancestors were enslaved by the Jesuits. Or you’ve known for years and are still processing the weight of it. Either way, you’re not alone.
We invest in what our ancestors were denied: keeping families strong through educational advancement, protecting our elders with dignity, and creating spaces of truth and healing to restore what was taken. We shape this work to each community’s needs — because repair looks different in different communities.
Whether you’re taking your first steps into this story or have walked this road for years, you belong here.
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Uncovering the Truth
Learn how Descendant and DTRF President & CEO Monique Trusclair Maddox discovered the painful history of her ancestors at the hands of her own Church.
Ways to Engage
Get support
Get certified, and learn about scholarships, elder care, and healing grants available to Descendant families.
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Meet Descendants
Hear the experiences of Descendants in their own words.
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Get inspired
Learn how Descendants across the country have been impacted by DTRF’s work.
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Get involved
Help shape the Foundation's future by participating in truth-telling events, sharing your story, or joining our network of advisors and advocates.
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