GREATER CHICAGO WESTERN SUBURBS

Hope takes root outside.

MAF empowers children impacted by parental incarceration through fishing, camping, mentorship, learning, and steady community support.

Children and adults fishing beside the lake at a MAF Humboldt Park outing.

Connect. Seek. A-line.

Transformative outdoor experiences that nurture learning, emotional resilience, and spiritual growth.

OUR MISSION

Children deserve connection, wonder, and a path forward.

The Mersades Ann Foundation inspires hope and empowers children impacted by parental incarceration through transformative outdoor experiences that nurture learning, emotional resilience, and spiritual growth.

We serve families across the Greater Chicago Western Suburbs through programs designed to create trust, healthy mentorship, and memorable time outdoors.

Scott and Mersades walking hand in hand beside the lake.

WHY MAF EXISTS

A legacy of reconnection.

MAF was born from a father and daughter's bond rebuilt through time outdoors. Scott Morgan and his daughter Mersades found connection through fishing. Her example continues through the foundation's mission.

OUR FOUNDATION

The Heart of Every Experience

Connection

Shared outdoor experiences create room for conversation, trust, and belonging.

Discovery

Fishing, camping, and hands-on learning encourage curiosity and confidence.

Community

Families, volunteers, donors, and partners help make each experience possible.

PROGRAMS

Outdoor experiences with purpose.

Each program is designed to help children feel seen, steady, curious, and connected.

Fishing Days

Guided outings where children can learn, talk, breathe, and build confidence.

Camping Retreats

Shared time in green space for family connection, reflection, and growth.

Mentorship

Trusted adults and volunteers creating consistent support around each experience.

Cast & Connect

An interactive fishing experience that extends the mission online.

Glenhagen Farm Retreat: Camping Outing

October 16–18, 2026

Friday 10:00 a.m. – Sunday 12:00 p.m. CDT

Glenhagen Farm · Princeton, Illinois

  • Camping outing at Glenhagen Farm

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Visit the event page for retreat details, availability, and participation requirements. Contact MAF with any questions before reserving.

GET INVOLVED

There is a place for every kind of support.

Donors, sponsors, volunteers, families, and community partners all help make these experiences possible.

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Donate

Fuel programs, transportation, supplies, and safe outdoor experiences.

Volunteer

Join events, support families, and help create a steady presence for children.

Sponsor

Partner with MAF to support events, programs, and long-term growth.