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MEMORIES IN WRITING FOUNDATION INC.

Mission
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Every Story

Matters

Preserving stories helps us reflect on the events that shaped us, connect generations, and reduce isolation. Our lived experiences do more than define who we are—they shape the families and communities we are part of today and influence the generations that follow.

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Our Mission

Born from a personal experience with memory loss, our mission is to encourage and empower individuals, families, seniors, veterans, students and communities to capture and preserve life stories, family histories, and community stories. Through storytelling programs, workbooks, online tools, and other story-preserving resources, we help strengthen connections, reduce social isolation, build communication and technology skills, and ensure meaningful memories are not lost over time.

Why Preserving Stories Matters

Reflect & Connect

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Reflecting on life’s moments can be meaningful, grounding, and a reminder that our experiences help explain who we are and the values, behaviors & traditions we pass on.

Preserve History

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Every person carries a piece of history - family traditions, military service, career lessons, community memories, cultural experiences, and everyday moments

Reduce Isolation

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When someone is invited to share a memory, they are reminded that their experiences have value. Storytelling creates conversation, connection, and belonging.

Connect Generations

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Turn a name on a family tree into a person. A story helps children, grandchildren, students, and communities understand where they came from and who shaped them.

programs and Initiatives

We help individuals, families, veterans, students, caregivers, and community groups capture and preserve the stories that shape our lives and our future.

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Story Capturing Tools

Practical tools to help you capture and preserve meaningful memories, including our DIY Memoir Workbook and easy-to-use online story tools.

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Stories Matter! Programs

Workshops, storytelling gatherings, and programs that bring people together to share, listen, and celebrate personal experiences that matter.

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America 250 Initiative

Capturing and preserving stories that reflect our nation’s journey. Be part of the national story, for today, for tomorrow, for the next 250 years.

How to Get Involved

Stories Matter in the Community

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Donate

Your support helps us preserve stories and change lives.

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Sponsor

Partner with us to expand our reach and amplify our impact

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Shop Our Store

Buy a meaningful gift that support our mission.

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Share a Story

Your story matters. Capture it today, for tomorrow. 

Blog and Videos

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Memories In Writing Foundation Inc.

Memories In Writing Foundation Inc.

Helping To Capture & Preserve Individual Stories and Family History -- One Memory At A Time...

Contact Info

1-800-604-9843 | 864-448-5800

 527 Mills Ave Suite 101A | Greenville, SC 29605

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