Education and empowerment will change the future.

Living our values every day.

Founded in 2023 by Michael B. Hancock, the Hancock Foundation aims to advance in-depth education and creative leadership. We are not afraid to look to the future, and we know education and awareness are our most valuable tools. At the Hancock Foundation, we live our values every day.

About Us

Hancock Heritage Tour

In September of 2026, the Hancock Foundation presented the second annual Hancock Heritage Tour in Charleston, South Carolina: an immersive journey spotlighting African American history and heritage. The tour brings adults to the heart of Charleston’s most powerful historic sites.

  • McLeod Plantation

  • International African American Museum

  • International African American Museum

  • International African American Museum

  • McLeod Plantation

  • McLeod Plantation

  • International African American Museum

Hancock Heritage Fellowship Program

Explore African American history with this 8-month journey featuring seminars and hands-on learning at historic U.S. sites. Selected students receive stipends to support their participation in this transformative educational journey.

Stay tuned for updates on the status of 2027 applications

Learn More

  • The Studio Museum in Harlem, NYC

  • Mount Vernon City Hall, NY

  • Walking Tour in Harlem, NYC

  • Performing Arts in NYC

  • Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington, DC

  • Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington, DC

  • Fellowship Prep in Denver, CO

  • Tower of Reconciliation in Tulsa, OK

  • Greenwood Historic District Tulsa, OK

  • Greenwood Historic District Tulsa, OK

  • Greenwood Historic District Tulsa, OK

  • Washington Monument in DC

What we do.

At the Hancock Foundation, our programs bring our vision to life. Our Fellowship aims to build and elevate young Fellows’ understanding of African American history and culture, while our bi-annual speaker series brings together thought leaders and luminaries to discuss cultural and societal topics that impact us all.

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Make an impact.

When you make a tax-deductible donation to the Hancock Foundation, you are making a difference in the future of our communities. Your generosity will support our mission of increasing cultural understanding and awareness, leading to a more culturally open and competent society.

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“Look back for strength, move forward for progress!”

— Michael B. Hancock