The American Missionary Association

The American Missionary Association (AMA) was an organization founded in 1846 dedicated to promoting education, racial equality, and social justice, primarily in the United States. It focused on establishing schools and churches, especially in underserved areas like the South and the West, often emphasizing the education of formerly enslaved African Americans after the Civil War. The AMA aimed to advance Christian values while fostering opportunities for marginalized communities, playing a significant role in promoting education and civil rights during the 19th and early 20th centuries.