The Institute for Black Military Heritage at New Mount Rose.




The Institute for Black Military Heritage at New Mount Rose. 

Farm | Research | Travel | Entrepreneurship

“Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies.” — Psalm 23:5


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Vision Statement


To cultivate a living legacy of African American military service by building a multi-generational platform that preserves our history, empowers our people, and prepares our future.


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Mission Statement


The New Mount Rose Institute for Black Military Heritage exists to preserve, protect, and promote the rich yet often overlooked contributions of African American service members from the Revolutionary War to the present day. Rooted in faith and fortified by community, the Institute utilizes historical research, urban farming, educational travel, and entrepreneurship as strategic tools for economic empowerment, cultural restoration, and intergenerational healing.



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Our Four Core Pillars



1. Farm | “Rear Our Own to Succeed”


Home to Farm Fort Worth, our urban agriculture initiative confronts food insecurity while celebrating the agricultural expertise of Black veterans and sharecroppers. Youth and families participate in hands-on training in sustainable farming, nutrition, and land stewardship through the Buffalo Soldiers 4-H Club, planting seeds of both wellness and generational wealth.





2. Research | “Stories Worth Sharing”


In partnership with the Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress, we collect and preserve the oral histories, photographs, letters, and military records of African American soldiers. Our physical and digital archive stands as a national resource—restoring dignity, amplifying forgotten voices, and inspiring scholarship, curriculum development, and civic pride.



3. Travel | “Feet in the Past, Eyes on the Future”



The Institute sponsors immersive educational pilgrimages to historic Black military sites, HBCUs, and global landmarks of Black resistance and triumph. These journeys build cross-generational understanding, pride, and leadership by grounding today’s youth in the courageous footsteps of those who came before them.


4. Entrepreneurship | “From Bean to the Bank.”



In the spirit of resilience and self-determination, we train veterans and youth in financial literacy, business development, and leadership from the Bean to the Bank. With support from the Texas A&M Center for Coffee Research and Education, initiatives like the Inner City Coffee Exchange, Bean to Bank Academy, and the Swiller Squad blend agriculture, branding, and enterprise—turning legacy into ownership and opportunity.


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Spiritual Foundation


Inspired by Psalm 23:5, the New Mount Rose Institute is a sacred table of restoration—prepared in the presence of adversity. Here, Black military history is not only remembered but revived. Here, community members are not only served but empowered. And here, generations are nourished with ancestral wisdom, faith, and purpose.


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2025–2026 Program Launch Year


Executive Summary


The New Mount Rose Institute for Black Military Heritage is a faith-driven, community-powered institution headquartered in Fort Worth’s historic 76104—a neighborhood emblematic of both Black brilliance and systemic neglect. Our Institute is more than a place; it’s a movement to transform the invisible into the unforgettable. In honoring African American veterans, we reclaim stories, reimagine futures, and rebuild our communities from the ground up.


We are now actively engaging founding sponsors, grant-makers, and mission-aligned partners to power our inaugural year of programs in 2025.


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Annual Operating Budget


Category Annual Estimate

Program Staff & Instructors (4 FTEs + Admin) $220,000

Urban Farm Operations & Education $55,000

Research & Archive Development $40,000

Veterans History Project (Oral History Kits, Events) $30,000

Educational Travel Fund (5 Annual Trips) $65,000

Youth Entrepreneurship Programs (ICCE, Swiller Squad) $45,000

Community Events (Coffee Expo, Military Gala, Exhibits) $30,000

Technology, Digital Archive & Website $15,000

Facilities (Utilities, Insurance, Maintenance) $35,000

Marketing, Branding & Materials $15,000

Total Annual Budget $550,000




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Sponsorship Opportunities


Founding Sponsor – $100,000+

• Naming rights to a core program (e.g., Veterans Research Lab, ICCE Youth Café)

• Premium logo placement across media, signage, website, and exhibit materials

• Custom activation space at signature events

• VIP access to Military Heritage Gala, Coffee Expo, and national heritage tours

• Quarterly co-branded impact reports and press features


Legacy Partner – $50,000

• Recognition on our permanent donor wall and digital archive

• Logo visibility at all major events and campaigns

• Featured sponsor spotlight in publications and media

• Invitations for four to exclusive receptions and travel experiences


Community Champion – $25,000

• Named support for youth travel or research initiatives

• Recognition in printed and digital event programs

• Two invitations to the Military Heritage Gala


Honor Supporter – $10,000

• Logo featured on primary program banners

• Recognition at either the Coffee Expo or Farm Fort Worth Showcase

• One-month sponsored social media campaign


Table Sponsor – $5,000

• Sponsor a table of local veterans and youth at our signature banquet

• Name/logo recognition in event materials


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Your Impact


Your investment will:

• Train 100+ youth annually in entrepreneurship, leadership, and legacy-building

• Archive 50+ oral histories of African American veterans each year

• Provide 30+ students and veterans with transformative travel experiences

• Sustain an active urban farm that fights food deserts and creates jobs

• Host high-visibility community events that inspire, educate, and mobilize


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Institute Leadership


Rev. Kyev P. Tatum, Sr., Founding Director

Pastor. Civil Rights Leader. Veteran Advocate.

Rev. Tatum is a nationally respected educator and social entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience in policy, public service, and community development. As President of the Ministers Justice Coalition of Texas and Pastor of New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church, he has led strategic collaborations with the Library of Congress, Texas A&M University, the Texas Buffalo Soldiers Association, and a range of grassroots and governmental partners. His calling is clear: to turn sacred history into living legacy.


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Next Steps: Let’s Set the Table—Together.


We invite visionary investors, philanthropic partners, and changemakers to join us in launching the New Mount Rose Institute for Black Military Heritage. Together, we will preserve the past, empower the present, and prepare the next generation of leaders.


Contact:

Rev. Kyev Tatum, Sr.

Pastor, New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church

Founder, New Mount Rose Institute for Black Military Heritage

Email: kptatum1@gmail.com

Phone: 817-966-7625

Website: www.newmountrose.com


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