Welcome to Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation
THE ANDY QUATTLEBAUM OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER
ABOUT OUR FOUNDATION
“Believing is Better than Hoping” – Andy Quattlebaum
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The Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation is committed to honoring Andy’s legacy of compassion, care, and positive energy. Inspired by Andy’s love for learning, the outdoors, service, and animals, the Foundation supports initiatives in Education, Conservation, Community Enrichment, Veterans, Mental Health, and Animal Care through Veterinary Schools.
Those who knew Andy cherish the joy of having shared life with him, even in the pain of losing him far too soon. Through the Foundation, his family and friends carry forward his values by helping others, strengthening communities, and enriching the world around us — just as Andy did and continues to through this work.
The Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation basis. For more information, please use the Contact Us form.
"Believing is better than hoping"
Andy Quattlebaum
The Andy Quattlebaum &Â Blackwell Family Foundation
“Believing is Better than Hoping” - Andy Quattlebaum
The Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation is devoted to honoring Andy’s life by carrying forward the compassion, care, and positive spirit he shared with everyone around him. Inspired by his love for learning, the outdoors, service, and animals, the Foundation supports initiatives that reflect Andy’s passions and values — including Education, Conservation, Community Enrichment, Veterans, Mental Health, and Animal Care through Veterinary Schools. Through this work, we strive not only to preserve Andy’s memory, but to extend his legacy of kindness, resilience, and service to future generations.
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Mission Statement
The Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation honors Andy’s legacy by supporting initiatives in Education, Conservation, Community Enrichment, Veterans, Mental Health, and Animal Care. Guided by Andy’s compassion, service, and love for others, we strive to create lasting impact and inspire future generations.
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Vision Statement
A world where Andy’s spirit of compassion, resilience, and service lives on — empowering communities, protecting the outdoors, advancing education and mental health, and caring for both people and animals.