At Gift Your Roots, we offer a personalized, approachable way to explore your family history. Our process begins with a complimentary 30-minute introductory meeting, available in person (local- North Carolina) or online.
Whether you're looking to create a family tree, solve a long-standing family mystery, or present your heritage as a gift, we provide the expertise and guidance to make it happen. Let us help you uncover the stories that connect you to your roots.
Discuss your goals for uncovering your family history or solving a family mystery. Review the family information you already have, such as names, birthdays, and birth locations of relatives. Explore potential starting points for research and outline how the process will unfold based on your unique needs
We will assist in helping you register for your ancestry.com account.
Assistance with ordering, registering, utilizing, and tracking your DNA kit.
Cost of kit varies
Looking for a DIY options but not sure where to start? In three one-hour sessions, I’ll guide you through best practices for research, using online databases, organizing records, and overcoming common roadblocks. Whether you're a beginner or need help breaking through a tough ancestor search, these sessions will equip you with the tools and confidence to trace your roots.
Get a fully researched family tree built directly within your Ancestry.com account, tracing your lineage as far back as available records allow. This package includes verified records attached to each ancestor, providing a strong foundation for further exploration. You will have full access to view, explore, and expand your tree for as long as you maintain your Ancestry.com account.
Access to a comprehensive family tree with all attached documents, links, and information on your ancestry account. Additionally you'll be provided with a beautifully curated digital keepsake that allows you to share your family history in a meaningful and engaging way. It can be delivered in various formats that will be compatible with your technology and easy top share.
Make family history fun and engaging for kids with interactive activities designed to spark curiosity about their roots! These kits include personalized family tree templates, historical scavenger hunts, storytelling prompts, and creative projects that help children connect with their heritage in an exciting way.
A fully interactive map pinpointing key locations from your family’s past, including birthplaces, homesteads, cemeteries, and migration routes. Each location includes historical notes, family details, and photos where available. Perfect for visualizing your ancestry in a simple, shareable format.
A more immersive experience that brings your family’s story to life in 3D, allowing you to “fly” over ancestral locations and see them as they are today. This version includes migration paths, historical insights, and optional narration for a guided virtual tour of your roots.
Bring your family history to life with a professionally crafted voice-narrated video, featuring old family photos, documents, and historical context. Perfect for sharing with loved ones, these videos preserve your ancestry in a compelling and memorable way.
Share your family’s story in a visually engaging way with custom-designed social media posts. These posts can feature ancestor spotlights, family tree graphics, historical photos with captions, and fun “Did You Know?” facts about your heritage. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply celebrating your roots with family and friends online.
Bring your family story to life with beautiful keepsakes like printed family history books, custom wall hangings of your family tree, or personalized photo albums. These tangible pieces are perfect for sharing with loved ones or displaying at home, creating lasting memories that celebrate your heritage. Let us help you turn your ancestry into something you can treasure forever.
For those looking for a truly interactive and immersive experience, we offer the Personal Presentation Experience. This two-hour session, available in person or online, walks you and your family through your family tree, its highlights, and the stories that make your history unique. This experience is ideal for hosting a Genealogy Party, where you can gather your family and collectively explore your shared history.
Stuck on an ancestor or a missing record? I’ll analyze your research, identify possible gaps, and provide expert strategies to help break through your genealogy roadblock.
Family Mystery Package
Are you searching for a missing member of your family or seeking to uncover your biological connection to someone? Our Family Mystery Package is designed to assist you in solving these deeply personal questions. This package includes, guidance in understanding and utilizing your DNA results to trace relationships and uncover connections. And building a focused family tree to address the specific missing pieces in your story.
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