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Tornadoes tore through southwest and central Mississippi on March 16, leaving devastation in their wake. But as in so many moments of crisis, communities across the state—including WKKF grantees—have quickly mobilized to care for one another. In Walthall and Smith...
A recent national opinion poll of 500 small business owners reveals that nearly 80% support a national paid family and medical leave program funded through shared employer and employee contributions. Continue reading New poll: Small businesses overwhelmingly support national paid...
A little courage goes a long way in racial healing. Continue reading Getting from uncomfortable to understanding: A little courage goes a long way in racial healing at Every Child Thrives.
In the middle of an immaculately manicured golf course tucked inside one of Jackson, Mississippi’s, most affluent neighborhoods, a 6-foot-8 Tougaloo College sophomore from Atlanta shared that experience with one of his peers. It just so happens that his peer...
Building on nearly a century of working and learning with community, the 2024 Annual Snapshot, Firmly Planted: Deepening Our Roots for All Children, reflects our unwavering commitment to realizing our mission of creating conditions so that every child can thrive....
Reflections from Don Williamson, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer For the fiscal year ending Aug. 31, 2024, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) distributed an estimated $408 million for charitable purposes. New grant commitments during the fiscal year totaled $262 million...
Reflections from La June Montgomery Tabron, President and CEO Our strength resides in our roots. They connect the past with the present and the future. They anchor us against the elements and provide a foundation for growth, even amidst a...
Reflections from Dr. Khan Nedd, Board Chair My first year as board chair for the W.K. Kellogg Foundation has been inspiring in countless ways. Together with our board, I’ve had the privilege of advancing Mr. Kellogg’s legacy by strengthening the...
When young children have access to high-quality, nurturing early care and education, they are more likely to enter school ready to learn, succeed academically and reach their full potential. Continue reading Mississippi’s innovative badging system aims to ‘elevate’ the quality...
A bi-weekly news roundup of WKKF grantees, investments, communities and partnerships. Continue reading Improving opportunities for children, young leaders and communities at Every Child Thrives.