Mission & Vision

Our Mission

Keeping the truth alive in hearts and minds everywhere

We are committed to keeping the wrongful lynching of Laura and her son, L.D. Nelson, in the hearts and minds of people everywhere by supporting powerful artistic expressions—such as documentaries, films, exhibits, books, plays, and workshops—that honor their truth, resilience, and legacy while inspiring courageous leadership and advancing social change.

Our Vision

At the intersection of preservation, justice, and empowerment

The Laura & L.D. Nelson Foundation operates at the intersection of historical preservation, social justice, and community empowerment. Our cause area encompasses historical accountability and education, with a specific focus on preserving the story of the wrongful lynching of Laura Nelson and her son L.D. Nelson in 1911.

We work to ensure this tragic piece of American history remains central to historical discourse while simultaneously addressing its contemporary implications for racial equity and social justice.