About Our Foundation
The Public Life Foundation of Owensboro, Inc. is a private, nonpartisan, nonprofit 501(c)(3) operating foundation (not a grant-making entity) founded in 1996 by John and Marjorie Hager. Mr. Hager is the former owner, editor, and publisher of the Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer.
The foundation fosters broad, meaningful citizen participation in community decisions and public policy. We believe that open, accessible, and trustful institutions are essential to an enlightened and engaged citizenry and the democratic process.
Foundation activities are driven by the importance that people attach to issues. We are committed to the people’s agenda. To assist citizens in solving problems and seizing opportunities, we facilitate a process of Information > Deliberation > Action.