The Andrea-Mennen Family Foundation, or TAFF, is a designated non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that was formed in March 2000. It is a private family foundation that was started by Christina Mennen Andrea. Her love for children and her beliefs that all children should have the opportunity to make a difference in life was her driving force. She realized that the children are our future and wanted to support charitable programs locally and across the country that focused on the needs of children. Her sole effort of her time and financial resources made her dream become a reality.

TAFF is committed to enhance the quality of life and to build a positive foundation for children and young adults to meet and overcome life’s mental and physical challenges through support, educational programs, medical research, housing, and caring for the betterment of future generations.

To afford children and young adults the opportunity to make a difference in their lives and in the lives of others. To optimize their full potential by overcoming the obstacles of abuse, disease, and physical or mental disability.