Timeless Traditions Foundation

Honoring the legacy of the Carter Homestead by preserving culture, advancing education, expanding affordable housing, and nurturing holistic health—so every family can thrive.

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Community Development Corp

Preserving Legacy
for Tomorrow

Mission

The mission of the Timeless Traditions Foundation Community Development Corporation (TTF) is to honor and perpetuate the enduring legacy of the Carter Family by preserving cultural heritage, advancing education, and providing affordable housing. Inspired by the Carter family's history of farming and self-sufficiency, we empower our community through historical preservation, lifelong learning, and economic self-sufficiency—supporting comprehensive health and wellness, including access to nutritious foods.

Vision

We envision a vibrant, equitable community where individuals and families flourish—just as the Carter family did on their land. By catalyzing opportunities for stable housing, quality education, and shared heritage, we transform history into a living resource that advances holistic health and wellness for generations to come.

Guiding Philosophy

Our philosophy is holistic community empowerment—rooted in regenerative land practices, accessible housing, lifelong learning, and reverence for history, as exemplified by the Carter Family.

Holistic Health & Wellness

Beyond traditional care to include physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing: community gardens, wellness spaces, and programs that strengthen social bonds.

Preservation of Agricultural Heritage

Documenting regenerative practices and crop knowledge to inspire land stewardship and celebrate our shared cultural and economic history.

Community‑Centered Approach

Designing initiatives around real needs—gathering spaces, shared meals, and programs that advance housing, education, food security, and economic empowerment.

What We Do

We translate heritage into action through focused initiatives that elevate health, learning, housing, and economic stability.

Historical Preservation

Archiving the Carter Homestead story; exhibits, oral histories, and youth heritage labs.

Education & Lifelong Learning

Tutoring, adult education, financial literacy, and workforce pathways.

Affordable Housing

CDC-led development, homeownership support, and renter stability programs.

Wellness & Nutrition

Community gardens, fresh food access, movement and mindfulness programming.

Regenerative Agriculture

Training in sustainable farming; soil health, seed saving, and local markets.

Economic Empowerment

Entrepreneurship coaching, small-business clinics, and cooperative models.

Impact Snapshot

Families served: 1,200+
Meals grown/shared: 25,000+
Learners reached: 3,400+
Housing supports: 180+

Your Gift Grows Roots—and Futures

Every donation strengthens community: preserving stories, expanding housing stability, and ensuring neighbors have access to nutritious food and lifelong learning. Join us in cultivating a healthier, more equitable future.

$25 provides seeds and tools for a family garden
$75 funds a week of youth tutoring and snacks
$250 supports a wellness class series for seniors
$1,000 advances affordable housing planning and supports