TFAS Annual Conference: Developing Courageous Citizens

Save the date for the TFAS Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., where notable speakers will explore America's founding principles, draw comparisons to recent political history and introduce new educational programs designed to explore the philosophical underpinnings of America’s constitutional order.

Developing Courageous Leaders Since 1967

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The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) is an educational nonprofit that is developing courageous leaders inspired and equipped to protect and advance the ideas of individual liberty, personal responsibility, and economic freedom in their communities and throughout the world.

By offering a portfolio of more than 30 academic programs, fellowships and seminars, the TFAS Journey helps cultivate future leaders from high school, all the way through to their university studies and professional careers.

TFAS builds the intellectual rigor and sustained relationships over time that result in deep impact and long-term change. After more than 50 years of programs, the evidence of TFAS’s success is clear. TFAS alumni are the leaders our nation needs right now and in the decades to come.

Today, there are nearly 53,000 TFAS alumni making a difference in their communities and throughout the world by upholding the values essential to the preservation and success of a free society.

Liberty + Leadership Podcast

TFAS President Roger Ream and Vice President of Opinion Research at Eyes Over US and Stratus Intelligence Andrés Guilarte discuss Venezuela’s path back to liberty.

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The Latest at TFAS

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TFAS Announces Lord Daniel Hannan as the America 250 Visiting Fellow

The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) is pleased to announce that Lord Daniel Hannan will serve as the organization’s America 250 Visiting Fellow in 2026. As the America 250 Visiting Fellow, Lord Hannan will speak to audiences on behalf of TFAS across the…

Developing Courageous Citizens: A National Tour Exploring America’s Founding Principles

At a defining moment in our nation’s history, as America celebrates its 250th birthday, The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) invites leaders, scholars, students and alumni to participate in its 2026 Regional Events and Annual Conference. Held in select cities…

Catherine Barr Windels Concludes Service as TFAS Board of Regents Chairwoman

The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) expresses its deep gratitude to former regent chairwoman Catherine (Cathy) Barr Windels for her many years of leadership and service to the organization. Last fall, Windels concluded her two-year tenure on the TFAS Board…
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TFAS Events

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TFAS Annual Conference: Developing Courageous Citizens

Featured Speakers Robert Alt • Brittany Baldwin • Ryan Bangert • David Bobb • Anne Bradley • Judge Janice Rogers Brown • Eric Cohen • Donald Devine • Douglas Ginsburg •  Samuel Goldman • Brenda Hafera  • Lord Daniel Hannan • Victoria…

Dallas Forum and Keynote Reception with Lord Daniel Hannan

The Fund for American Studies supporters, friends and local alumni are invited to join TFAS for a forum and keynote reception featuring Daniel Hannan, Lord of Kingsclere, on Tuesday, Apr. 14, 2026, at the Old Parkland in Dallas, Texas. Lord Hannan, TFAS America…
 

LIVE. LEARN. INTERN. in Washington, DC!

TFAS programs include academic credit from George Mason University, an internship placement and furnished housing in the heart of Washington, D.C. Students participate in a variety of exclusive guest lectures, site briefings as well as professional development and networking events.

TFAS students leave Washington with 250+ hours of professional experience, an expanded network of contacts, and a greater understanding of the variety of career opportunities.