The WORTH Foundation
Our Story
The WORTH Foundation was established in 2016 with the goal of promoting civic knowledge and democratic participation in communities as a direct response to the U.S. Presidential Election.
Our Mission & Vision
The WORTH Foundation cultivates leadership and promotes civic and community engagement to reduce poverty and injustices, strengthen democratic values, and advance human achievement. We envision a world of empathetic, informed, and confident leaders who contribute to strengthening communities!
Our Commitment & Purpose
"To create positive transformative change in our communities and ultimately the world through civic education, leadership development, and community engagement focused on developing leaders and building community."​
Our Team
Tina Pierce, PhD.
Executive Director & Co-Founder
Dr. Tina Pierce is a dynamic leader in education, civic engagement, and social impact. Raised in a resilient working-class family, she learned early that hard work and education open doors; values she instills in her four children, Andrew, Malcolm, Catherine, and Michelle. As the Founder of WORTH LLC and Co-Founder of the WORTH Foundation she empowers individuals and communities through evidence-base leadership programs. Serving in her second term on the Columbus Board of Education, Dr. Pierce amplifies student and community voices. In 2020, she created the Dr. Tina Pierce Social Justice Scholarship to provide funding to Columbus City School graduates who have demonstrated a commitment to community engagement, social justice, or political activism. In creating the scholarship, she envisioned the formation of sustainable connections between current and past Columbus City Schools leaders. Dr. Pierce continues to leave an indelible mark on our community and beyond.
Andrew Pierce, MPA
Board Chair & Co-Founder
Andrew Pierce is a results-driven leader who seeks to use community perspectives and strategy to create coalitions for change. A dual graduate of The Ohio State University's John Glenn College of Public Affairs and current J.D. candidate at the University of Virginia School of Law, Andrew is a firm believer that education is the key to success. With 10+ years of experience in workshop facilitation, course design, and organizing, he joins our foundation to assist communities in reaching their highest potential