Our Mission
Welcome to “ROV: Fighting for Forgotten Communities; The Battle for Appraisers' Rights and Future of Appraising” a fundraising campaign organized by 10K Appraisers Foundation Inc. We are committed to revolutionizing the appraisal industry by modernizing appraisal processes through data science and evidence-based analysis, moving beyond outdated methods.
Our mission is about more than data; it's about equipping professionals with the skills to navigate their careers confidently. Appraisers are among the often-forgotten groups—expected to follow complex, evolving standards while managing challenges from automated systems and shifting industry practices that can undermine their role. Our goal is to provide resources to help appraisers stay resilient, maintain public trust, and uphold professional standards.
We stand with all often-forgotten groups, including Poor People, Veterans, Farmers, Rural Communities, Urban Communities, Heirs Property owners, and Appraisers. These groups are often overlooked within the systems that govern property valuation and land use.
This fundraiser aims to support the modernization of the appraisal process, improve professional resources for appraisers, and advance data-driven valuation techniques. Your support will also fund educational programs and scholarships for aspiring appraisers, preparing them to meet the demands of modern appraisal work.
Join us in this effort for accurate appraisals and professional growth. Your contribution will be a catalyst for change, empowering a new wave of appraisers who are armed with the knowledge, skills, and drive to shape the future of property valuation. Together, we can build a more accurate and efficient industry that reflects the evolving standards of our field. Thank you for standing with us in this vital cause.
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Our Impact
Department of Labor - Washington, DC
U.S. Department of Labor certifies first National Appraisers Apprenticeship Program. Leaders with the U.S. Department of Labor signed off on the nation’s first appraiser apprenticeship program in an effort to eliminate bias by modernizing the appraisal process through data science when valuing property.
Langston University - Oklahoma
Presentation for community on policy impacts that affect socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers.
Special Uses Internship with the US Forest Service in Oklahoma
The Oklahoma City office came down and taught a 1-day training on the concepts of how to do an Gas & Oil inspection to students." I had a fun experience with the training, and we were able to go out in the field to the oil pads we had on the SHNF site."
Heirs Property Center at Alcorn State
Developed 3-hour valuation training session for land use for Black Farmers in Heirs Train the Trainer Training. Developed highest and best use analysis for Heirs Property in Rural & Urban Areas utilizing Evidence Based Data Driven Market Analysis.
Causes We Support
Countries We Serve
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Our primary goal of empowering the next generation and addressing the wealth gap involves modernizing the appraisal model through data-driven market analysis to reduce subjective bias. Integrating advanced technologies will create a fairer property valuation framework, promoting economic growth and inclusivity for underrepresented communities. Education and awareness are vital for individuals to navigate the appraisal system effectively, enabling informed financial decisions. Collaborative efforts among policymakers, industry leaders, and community stakeholders are essential for widespread, sustainable change. These actions aim to close the wealth gap and foster a just society that evolves with our understanding of equity and justice.
