In a world that profits from anger and exhaustion, we're doing something different; equipping people to think deeply, influence wisely, and engage mercifully.
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The world wants people angry enough to click, share, and donate. We need people informed enough to think for themselves, so we provide honest education without scare tactics or partisan spin.
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Principles matter more than party loyalty, which is why we develop leaders who evaluate ideas on their merits and pursue human flourishing, not political wins.
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Quick hits and hot takes don't build the kind of leaders the world needs, so we take the long view through courses, mentorship, spiritual formation, and community that develops people over time.
The American Council engages the most consequential policy debates of our time, bringing a biblically grounded perspective to bear on legislation, governance, and public discourse. We equip Christians to understand the issues, articulate their convictions, and advocate effectively at every level of government.
Voter Engagement
Civic participation is a moral responsibility. We educate and mobilize Christians to take their role as citizens seriously, providing the resources, context, and clarity needed to vote with confidence and conviction.
Public Leadership
Running for office and governing well require more than ambition; they require formation. The American Council trains candidates and supports elected officials with the frameworks, networks, and resources they need to lead with integrity and effectiveness.
Education
Everything we do is grounded in a commitment to serious, substantive education. We produce resources, analysis, and training that help Christians of every generation navigate current events, understand policy, and develop a coherent biblical worldview for public life.
Organizations like the American Council matter. They equip believers to think clearly, engage wisely, and stand firmly for faith, freedom, and common sense in public life. If we want to preserve the principles that made this nation strong, we need informed citizens who are willing to lead. The American Council and Tanner DiBella are helping raise that kind of leadership.
Ben Carson
Former United States Secretary of Housing & Urban Development
Common Questions
What is The American Council?
The American Council is a nonprofit dedicated to building moral clarity and principled leadership in the Church and in public life.
Is The American Council a church?
No. We serve the Church by providing resources, education, and support, while remaining independent of any single denomination or congregation.
Who is The American Council for?
Our work serves pastors, church leaders, families, and everyday Christians who want to think biblically and live faithfully in today’s culture.
Are you a political organization?
We are faith-based and values-driven. We equip believers to engage civic life with wisdom and conviction without telling churches or individuals how to vote.
How do you support churches and Christians?
We provide practical tools like family voter guides, leadership training, prayer gatherings, and educational resources designed to strengthen faith and public witness.
How is The American Council funded?
We are supported by generous individuals, churches, and partners who believe in strengthening the Church and forming principled leaders for the common good.