Future US
Following Manti’s large scale success in the early 90s, the leadership decided that the company should add an official community component to its infrastructure; Future US. The team originally devised a mission that would curb legacy poverty in the southeast US/Gulf Coast Region, with a focus on creating a foundation of success built on education rather than gifts. The theory was to create a challenging program for middle school and high school students, in order to get them involved in community affairs by awarding their achievements with financial compensation. The Manti team felt that it could inspire young individuals who come from disadvantaged communities and families by gaining more community involvement.
Manti’s continual efforts to make a significant and lasting impact on the community by sharing opportunities and successes with others, is a true core value. With disadvantaged children and education at the height of our focus, FutureUS will continue to support numerous organizations and programs throughout the Gulf Coast communities.
Terry Amey
Coastal Bend Service Director for Future US and
Logistics Coordinator for Manti Resources.
Terry, a native of Corpus Christi, Texas, grew up witnessing many children in his community struggle to break the cycle of poverty and limited opportunities. In 2001, he began working with Lee and saw the vision Lee had for creating something meaningful with Future Us. Inspired by that vision, Terry and Lee began collaborating on ideas to uplift and support local youth. By 2006, Terry was fully involved with Future Us, helping expand its reach and impact. Together, they have awarded college scholarships, provided Thanksgiving turkeys, hosted community BBQs, and assisted families with groceries and daily bills — all with the goal of keeping kids on the right path and opening their eyes to the opportunities the world has to offer. Terry has been with the Manti family for 25 years.
Anne Richey
Interim Director of the Future US Foundation
Anne coordinates with other staff in initiatives that strengthen community partnerships and advance the organization’s mission. Before joining Manti, she served as Director of Legal Services and Chief Financial Officer at Iris Domestic Violence Center, a domestic violence program dedicated to supporting survivors and expanding access to justice.
In addition to her position with Manti, Anne has been a professor at Southern University Law Center since 2013. She is passionate about helping students connect classroom learning with real-world legal practice. She is graduate of Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Plant Science (1999) and of Southern University Law Center with a Juris Doctor (2009),
