Portrait of the Honorable Mable Butler

Mable Butler

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Trailblazer · Public Servant

Carrying Her Legacy Forward

The Mable Butler Foundation preserves the extraordinary legacy of the Honorable Mable Butler while continuing her lifelong commitment to public service, equity, and community involvement.

Her Legacy

A Life of Firsts

Orlando City Council

A History-Making First

Mable Butler became the first African American woman to serve on the Orlando City Council, opening doors for generations of leaders.


Orange County Commission

Breaking Barriers Countywide

She went on to become the first African American member of the Orange County Commission, championing seniors, families, and neighborhoods across Central Florida.


2021

John Young History Maker Award

The Historical Society of Central Florida honored her lifetime of public service. Mable Butler Avenue and the Mable Butler Family Center in Orlando carry her name.


Our Mission

Why we exist

Honoring Her Life of Service

To preserve the extraordinary legacy of Mable Butler while continuing her lifelong commitment to public service, equity, and community involvement.


How We Serve

Preserve Her Legacy

Sharing Mable Butler's story so future generations know the trailblazer who opened doors in Central Florida.


Advance Equity

Supporting fair access to opportunity, resources, and a voice for every neighbor.


Inspire Service

Encouraging community involvement and nurturing the next generation of public servants.