Before you join
What is Founders & Keepers?
Founders & Keepers is a monthly story membership for families. Each month, families receive one thoughtfully chosen story from America’s history through a beautifully illustrated letter and carefully designed keepsakes meant to spark curiosity, meaningful conversation, and a deeper appreciation for courage, character, and conviction.
What's included each month
Each mailing includes:
• a Story Letter
• a historical artifact
• a collectible Founder’s Card
• a thoughtful Keeper’s Question
• a character sticker inspired by the month’s story
What ages is this designed for?
Founders & Keepers was designed for families to enjoy together. Most stories are especially engaging for children approximately ages 7–14, though many parents tell us they enjoy reading them just as much.
Why physical letters?
We believe some stories are best experienced slowly — held in your hands, opened at the kitchen table, read aloud together, and revisited long after the envelope first arrives. In a fast-moving digital world, physical mail invites families to pause, gather, and experience history in a more personal way.
When will my first mailing arrive?
Your first mailing ships within 7 days. After your first mailing, you'll receive subsequent mailings after they are shipped on the 2nd or 4th Friday of each month.
Is this a subscription?
Yes. Founders & Keepers is an ongoing monthly membership designed to bring thoughtfully chosen stories and keepsakes to your mailbox throughout the year. Memberships renew automatically and may be canceled at any time.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Though we'd be sad to see you go, you may cancel at any time.
Because each mailing is prepared in advance in small batches, annual memberships are generally non-refundable once shipments begin. If you experience an issue with your membership, please reach out — we’re always happy to help however we can.
Can I give this as a gift?
Yes! Founders & Keepers makes a meaningful gift for children, grandchildren, and families who love stories, history, and thoughtful time together.
Gift memberships are available at checkout.
About Founders & Keepers
Founders & Keepers was created from a simple desire to share inspiring stories of ordinary people in America with my children.
Somewhere along the way, history started feeling dry and distant to a lot of kids (and honestly, adults too). I wanted to create something different: stories that felt alive again. The kind families talk about around the dinner table, leave sitting out on the counter, and come back to again later.
Each month, Founders & Keepers shares one carefully chosen story from America’s history through an illustrated letter and meaningful keepsakes designed to spark curiosity, conversation, and connection.
These are not textbooks packed with endless facts to memorize. They are stories about real people who showed courage, perseverance, creativity, conviction, and resilience when it mattered most.
More than anything, I wanted to create something families could genuinely enjoy together - something a little slower, richer, and more memorable than another evening spent scrolling.
Thank you for being here.
- Jen