Building Durable Opportunity

The 40 Acre Trust is an independent initiative focused on long-term infrastructure, workforce development, and ethical stewardship. Our work spans manufacturing, logistics, technology, and community systems, supported by trust-governed digital instruments such as 40ATC—aligning capital, accountability, and mission to produce outcomes that endure.

Our Mission

40 Acre Trust is focused on economic empowerment, ethical wealth creation, and legacy preservation through disciplined systems. We build and steward projects that create jobs, stabilize communities, and support responsible trade and development.

Governance & Leadership

Patrick Gillum - Founder & Trustee

Patrick's background spans high-stakes operations and strategic planning. His core focus is building the institutional systems that move infrastructure concepts into reality.

Timothy Mingo - Vice President

Afia Natoma - Executive Assistant

Beneficiary / Successor Trustee: Marjorie Gillum (No day-to-day operational role)

Projects & Initiatives

Majestic Alkaline Beverages (Valdosta, GA)

A manufacturing and distribution platform built around consistent alkaline formulation. The facility is designed for durable job creation through active production and logistics, spanning factory roles, warehousing, and fleet support operations.

Quantum Drone Technologies (Jacksonville, FL + Africa)

A workforce and technology initiative designed to support public infrastructure and local capacity. The operational model focuses on continuous coverage, real-time situational awareness, and the creation of assembly and maintenance jobs.

West Africa Infrastructure & Trade Concepts

Long-range initiatives connecting the U.S. and West Africa through ethical trade, vocational empowerment, and mission-aligned stewardship designed to create enduring regional stability.