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Here at the Steamboat Institute, we are Defenders of Freedom and Advocates of Liberty.
Our mission is to promote America’s first principles and inspire active involvement in the defense of liberty.

Campus Liberty Tour
Is the U.S.-Israel alliance is a strategic asset for American foreign policy?

Blankley Fellowship
Applications are now open for this fellowship – apply by June 30th!
The Steamboat Institute established the Tony Blankley Fellowship for Public Policy and American Exceptionalism to honor the memory of our dear friend, Tony Blankley, and to build on his legacy.

Freedom Conference Scholarship
Applications are now open for this scholarship! Apply by June 13th.
The Steamboat Institute is proud to offer scholarships to students and young professionals to attend our Annual Freedom Conference in Beaver Creek, CO.
Scholarships & Fellowships
Upcoming Events
Apr 9
“Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete in women’s sports?”
April 9, 2025 5:30 pm
Apr 16
“Should the U.S. federal government make reducing the national debt a fiscal priority?”
April 16, 2025 5:00 pm
Emerging Leaders Council
The Emerging Leaders Council (ELC) is a select network of young professionals (ages 20-29) from across the U.S. who are rising thought leaders, influencers, and policymakers. With the support of The Steamboat Institute, ELC members are trained and educated on founding principles, media and journalism, persuasion, and leadership, allowing them to inspire their peers and create a chain reaction of engaged, liberty-minded citizens.

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Blankley Fellows
“The American taxpayers are going to end up liking what they produce”
Published March 24, 2025
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