MONOGRAM FOODS LOVES KIDS FOUNDATION IN 2024
At Monogram Foods, we are dedicated to supporting the communities where we live and work, focusing on children and families in need. Through our charitable fund, Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation (the Foundation), we support initiatives in every community in which we operate. 2024 was a milestone year, as we celebrated Monogram Foods' 20th anniversary and achieved record-breaking numbers for the Foundation. With the support of our team members, partners, and donors, we raised more than ever before, surpassing our $1 million fundraising goal in honor of the company’s 20th anniversary. This brought the Foundation to a total of more than $17 million raised to date for hundreds of organizations across our footprint. This report highlights our 2024 impact and the lives we’ve touched. To learn more about Monogram Foods Loves Kids, click here to watch a brief video.
Children w/ Special Needs or Disabilities 11.2%
OUR 2024 IMPACT AREAS
Health & Wellness 30.8%
Hunger 16.5%
Housing Insecurity 6.9%
Other 6.9%
Education &Literacy 27.7%
OUR COMMUNITIES
In 2024, the Foundation donated a total of $1,135,000 to charitable organizations. This includes an additional $80k for various food banks in our communities in honor of Monogram’s 20th anniversary.
Bristol, Indiana Chandler, Minnesota Denison, Iowa Dickson, Tennessee * Harlan, Iowa Haverhill, Massachusetts Martinsville, Virginia Medford, Massachusetts Memphis, Tennessee Plover, Wisconsin Wilmington, Massachusetts
*Facility in Dickson, Tennessee is no longer operating
Annual Grants Program Every year, each facility forms a Grant Selection Committee to select recipients based on need and impact. The standout feature of this program is that the grant selection committees are made up entirely of team members, with no company leadership involvement. This year, each facility was given $60,000 to allocate in their community for our annual grant cycle.
THANK YOU GRANT SELECTION COMMITTEES!
Pictured - 2024 Grant Selection Committee in Medford
RECORD-BREAKING NUMBERS
MFLK Fund Growth
0.00 5,000,000.00 10,000,000.00 15,000,000.00 20,000,000.00
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
$1.1M RAISED IN 2024
ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTED IN 2024 GRANT CYCLE 126 17.9M RAISED SINCE FOUNDATION INCEPTION EMPLOYEES WHO EITHER DONATED ONE TIME OR THROUGH PAYROLL GIVING 599
30.9%
6.5%
RAISED THROUGH EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS 65K
27.3%
6.6%
= INCREASE FROM 2023
EMPLOYEES CONTRIBUTED THROUGH PAYROLL GIVING 40%
8.1%
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
In addition to our annual community grants cycle, MFLK also focuses on larger- impact community projects.
AMETA CENTER IN STEVENS POINT, WI - Starting in fall 2024, the Wayne H. Bushman Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, and Apprenticeship (AMETA™) Center at Mid-State Technical College will house newly expanded advanced manufacturing and engineering degree
programs, apprenticeship training, workforce training and industry certifications.
MEMPHIS SPLASH PARK- In July 2022, the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation opened the Splash Pad at the Memphis Zoo. Each year, Memphis team members and their families gather there for an after- hours splash park night.
BRISTOL CORNDOG FESTIVAL - In September of 2024, the third annual Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation Corndog Festival was held in Bristol, Indiana, benefiting Hearts United for Bristol (the HUB), Bristol’s local food bank. The event raised $14,000 for the HUB with more than 5,400 hundred people in attendance.
MEAT ME IN MEMPHIS GALA
The Meat Me in Memphis Gala is the Foundation’s largest annual fundraiser. Held in Memphis, Tennessee, the gala supports organizations across all Monogram Foods locations. Attendees enjoy local chefs’ dishes, live music, and live and silent auctions, all for a great cause. We held the 13th Meat Me in Memphis gala on October 24. Through this event, we surpassed all previous fundraising goals and hit $1 million for the Foundation. To reach the goal, many of our generous donors raised pledge amounts; we added new features like a wine pull; and presented the best silent auction in gala history thanks to our partners and suppliers who donated.
Reaching our ambitious $1milion goal was truly a team effort.
Scan here to read a short feature on the 2024 event published in the “Memphis Flyer”
Thank you to all who contributed!
The 2025 gala will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Thank you to everyone who made this night unforgettable!
2024 Gala Sponsors: Advanced Food Equipment Alchemy Allbake Allen, Summers, and Gresham Allstate Electric Co Amcor American Business Solutions
The Austin Company The C W Zumbiel Company Tippman Group Tokio Marine Travel Leaders UNIS Vaco Mid-South Vincit Group Viscofan Warren Brent Consulting Group Werres Corporation Westin Inc. Weston Westrock Williams Sausage Company Yorkshire Food Sales
ECHO Electric Supply Echo Lake Edlinco Elliott Electric of Danville Empire Food Brokers
Lineage Logistics Lockton LoTemp Equipment Company
Malnove of Nebraska Megan & Eric Kieras Metro Logics
Ernst & Young ESM Products Expert Staffing
Newly Weds Foods Nordica Warehuses Oliver Inc. Packaging Corporation of America Packers Sanitation Services Patterson Co. Paycom
American Foods Group Anne & Donald Brunson Aptean Ascension Advisory Baker Donelson Batory Foods BCW Food Products BlendTech BlueCross BlueShield of TN BMO Harris Bank Bongard's Creameries Bowles Bradman Lake Brasch Transportation Brodie Toyota-Lift Bryant's Meat Co. Buckley Brothers Bunzl Burdette Beckman Burleigh Consulting Group Caribbean Appetizers Carlson & Stewart Refrig. CBIZ CEO Search Partners ChemTreat Inc Clemens Food Group Compeer Financial Container Service Corp Cozzini Cummings Properties Damascus Bakery Delta Dental Denison Fundraiser Devro DJ's Kitchen
Farm Fresh Food Suppliers Henri and Marsha Wedell
First American Equipment Finance First Piedmont Waste Solutions Food Ingredients Inc Freddy Hirsch Fresca - Tortilla Wraps & Chips Friesen's Fundamental Income Gary Giles Graphic Packaging Intl. Grote Company Handtmann Hartybake HCG Associates Hormel Food Sales IGS Energy Indue Sales & Services Innovative Machine Specialists International Procurement Services J.P. Electric James Humphreys Jason’s Foods Joe Gladu Joseph Wurzburg JP Morgan Chase Commerical Bank Kenco Kent Kring Kentucky Legend Kerry
Peerless Energy Systems Performance Food Group Pine Ridge PITTCO PNC Bank Prestage Foods of Iowa
ProAmpac Quickdraft R L Craft Co Inc dba Elevate Roofing Rabobank Regions Bank Reiser Packaging Relevant Packaging Richard Foster Richs Transportation Services Ronald A Chisholm Rondo Rosen's Diversified Salm Partners Senatobia Marathon Shambaugh & Son Sheri and Steve Gardner Siegel Egg Company Smithfield Packaged Meats Sales
Special Thank You to our Diamond Sponsors!
Solaris Community Capital Southeast Handling Systems Sprout Retail Superior Foods Sure Good Foods Ltd Surency Sussner Construction
Kirkland & Ellis Kuehn & Nagel Kyrie Global LaGrander's Hillside Dairy Leprino Foods Dairy Product Lincoln Financial Group
Dunavant Logistics Eagle Eye Produce
Food: Chef Erling Jenson - Erling Jenson's the Restaurant Chef Hunter Brown & Chef Darnel Alexander - Tops BBQ
Venue & Decor:
Photos:
Chef Jimmy Gentry - Paradox Catering Chef Jonathan Mah - SideStreet Burgers Chef Kimberly & Chef Kurt - Flipside Asia Chef Michael Francis - Heart & Soul Catering Chef Phillip Ashley - Phillip Ashley Chocolates Chef Phillip Dewayne - Park + Cherry Cafe Chef Thomas Gagliardi - The RK Group Frost Bake Shop
Entertainment:
COMMUNITY GRANTS
BRISTOL, INDIANA 5 Star Life Babies Basic Needs Corporation Cultivate Food Rescue Elkhart County Clubhouse Hawthorne Early Learning Center Hearts United for Bristol LoveWay SCAN The Ruthmere Foundation
HARLAN, IOWA Adair Casey School District Audobon County Early Childhood Org Harlan Community Elementary School PTO Harlan Community School District Kids in the Village Little Cyclones Baseball Organization Loess Hills Ag in the Classroom
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE A Step Ahead Foundation ARISE2Read Bodine School CodeCrew Forrest Spence Fund Harwood Center JIFF Memphis Child Advocacy Center Memphis Teacher Residency Meritan Multinational Memphis Palmer Home for Children Room in the Inn - Memphis Southern College of Optometry The Arc Northwest Mississippi We Fight Monsters
NAMI Southwest Iowa Playhaven Child Care
HAVERHILL, MASSACHUSETTS Beyond Soccer Boys and Girls Club of Greater Haverhill Merrimack Valley YMCA Our Neighbor’s Table St. Ann’s Home The Wish Project Up With Books YMCA of the North Shore Santa’s Camp & Wonderland Shelby County Fair Corporation St. Patrick’s Youth Group Straight From the Farm Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium
CHANDLER, MINNESOTA
Atlas for Life Every Meal Friends of Rock County Library Lady Jay Basketball Lake Benton Elementary Lake Wilson Community Club Luverne Community Education Luverne Elementary Child Guide Program Marshall Food4Kids Pipestone County Food Shelf
PLOVER, WISCONSIN Boys and Girls Club of Portage County Community Child Care Center Evergreen Community Initiative Giving Gardens of Portage County Portage Co Health and Human Services Portage Co Literacy Council
Project Turnabout SWWC Foundation
U of M Extension YD 4H Murray County United Way of Southwest Minnesota Volunteers in Mercy Westbrook Area Pool Committee Worthington Area Youth Baseball Worthington Christian School Worthington United
The Salvation Army Hope House The Salvation Army Milk Fund Wisconsin Rapids Family Center Wood County Head Start
MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA Camp Carefree Community Storehouse Feeding Southwest Virginia First United Methodist Church God’s Storehouse, Inc Grace Network of Martinsville & Henry County Martinsville/Henry City Lion’s Club Salvation Army SML Good Neighbors YoungLife of Martinsville & Henry County
DENISON, IOWA
WILMINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Boys and Girls Club of MetroWest Perkins School for the Blind Doc Wayne Youth Services Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center LifeScene Mission of Deeds Westborough Food Pantry
American Legion Post 8 Caring Hearts of West Central Iowa Crawford County Fair Association Crawford County Hunger Fighters Denison Community School Denison Police Department Denison Volunteer Firefighter Assn.
Norelius Community Library Scouting America Troop 55 Siouxland Ag in the Clssroom DICKSON, TENNESSEE AGAPE CASA of the Highland Rim
MEDFORD, MASSACHUSETTS Artists for Humanity Boston Children’s Hospital Brockton Day Nursery EVkids Food for Free Mystic Valley YMCA Steps to Success Summer Search The Carroll Center for the Blind Victory Programs West Medford Community Center
City of Dickson Police Department- DARE Fairview Jackets Youth Wrestling Club McNeilly Center Middle Tennessee Council, Boy Scouts of America Regional Inter-Faith Association Streamworks Tennessee Blaze The Quest Center for Arts & Community Development YAIPak Outreach
BRISTOL, INDIANA
5 Star Life empowers students by transforming mindsets through experiential learning at Summit, a 350- acre campus. Grant funds support programs like equine learning, nature courses, and team building, helping students reengage with education and build practical skills.
Babies Basic Needs is dedicated to ensuring no child goes without essentials by addressing diaper needs in the Michiana community. Grant funds will support their year-long Community Diaper Drive, aiming to distribute 500,000 diapers to over 15,000 children, keeping them clean, dry, and healthy.
Cultivate Food Rescue fights hunger and reduces food waste by distributing nutritious, frozen meals made from rescued food to children in need. Grant funds will provide six meals each weekend for 25 elementary students during the 2024-2025 school year, ensuring food security over the weekends for vulnerable children.
Elkhart County Clubhouse and Cora Dale House supports adults with mental illnesses by fostering recovery, dignity, and empowerment through community, work, and housing assistance. Grant funds will help subsidize their lunch program, providing over 6,000 nutritious meals annually at an affordable price to reduce isolation and support recovery for members.
BRISTOL, INDIANA
Hawthorne Early Learning Center serves preschool children, including those with disabilities, to foster early development and success. Grant funds will help upgrade the playground with accessible equipment and smaller structures, ensuring safety and inclusivity for over 200 children ages 3-5.
Hearts United for Bristol addresses food insecurity in the Bristol community through a school food pantry and a summer feeding program. Our grant will fund classroom snacks, breakfast items, and weekend staples for Bristol Elementary students during the school year, as well as "grab-and-go" bags for families in need during the summer.
LoveWay empowers individuals with disabilities through equine-assisted services that improve physical, cognitive, and social abilities. Grant funds support the purchase of horses, tack, and helmets to ensure safe and effective programming for 153 children with disabilities.
SCAN, Inc. works to protect children, strengthen families, and prevent child abuse through services like education, family support, and resource distribution. Grant funds will support outreach programs and provide diapers and formula to meet urgent needs at the Strengthening Indiana Families Family Resource Center, benefiting 600 individuals and distributing 1,500 baby items.
The Ruthmere Foundation fosters lifelong learning by promoting history, fine arts, and historic preservation in Elkhart, Indiana. Grant funds will support a field trip program providing free admission and transportation for 350 Elkhart County elementary students, enabling hands-on learning about local history, art, and architecture.
CHANDLER, MINNESOTA
ATLAS for Life connects individuals with Christ-centered mentorship and programs to support self-worth and positive growth. Grant funds will support four key ministries—Treehouse (teen mentorship), Bread of Life (community- building for low-income families), Brave Moms (single-mom support), and Connection Groups (student mentorship)—through resources, meals, and activities that benefit individuals and their communities.
Every Meal fights child hunger through school and community partnerships, providing nutritious, culturally relevant weekend meals to children experiencing food insecurity. Grant funds will support the Weekend Meal Program in Worthington and Adrian, Minnesota, serving 625 students weekly.
Friends of the Rock County Library supports the local library by enhancing its offerings and creating positive reading experiences for children. Grant funds will transform the library's east side into a welcoming green space with artificial turf, benches, musical instruments, and landscaping, providing a safe, accessible outdoor area for children and community activities.
Lady Jay Basketball runs a four-week clinic program for boys and girls in grades 3-12, teaching basketball fundamentals while fostering confidence, health, and community engagement. Grant funds will replace equipment such as basketballs and team pinnies and upgrade technology to support training for the 150+ participants served annually across southwestern Minnesota and northwestern Iowa.
CHANDLER, MINNESOTA
Lake Benton Elementary provides an after- school program offering childcare, homework support, and social interaction for preschool to sixth-grade students. Grant funds will help cover rising food costs for healthy snacks, benefiting 10-18 students daily while supporting working families in this rural community.
Lake Wilson Community Club seeks to revitalize their 45-year-old park to enhance safety, aesthetics, and accessibility for families. Grant funds will support repairs, new equipment like expression swings, solar lighting for the pickleball court, and shade additions, benefiting hundreds of families throughout the summer and fall.
Luverne Community Education serves 3,000 people annually with programs for all ages. Grant funds will provide a voice translator and bilingual signage to improve communication with non- English-speaking families and connect them to vital resources.
Luverne Elementary Child Guide Program supports Luverne families by providing scholarships for school and summer activities and childcare assistance. Grant funds will help more than 75 children participate in enriching activities and provide summer childcare for four families, fostering opportunities for growth and community engagement.
Marshall Food4Kids addresses weekend food insecurity by providing weekly ready-to-eat snack bags to 770 students, from preschool through grade 8, and alternative high school students. Grant funds will help purchase snacks like fruit cups and granola bars, ensuring children have access to nutritious food despite rising costs.
CHANDLER, MINNESOTA
Pipestone County Food Shelf supports the annual Christmas Care Program, offering toys, meal totes, quilts, and family games to children, families, and seniors in need. This initiative ensures a joyful, hunger- free holiday season while fostering community connection and hope.
Project Turnabout provides addiction and mental health treatment, focusing on family reunification and breaking the cycle of addiction. Grant funds will support the development of a parenting program to improve communication, strengthen parent-child relationships, and foster healthier, more connected families.
SWWC Service Cooperative hosts student enrichment conferences to inspire K-8 students in writing, arts, science, and nature through hands-on sessions with experts. Grant funds will support these events, ensuring affordability and access for students in underserved communities across 18 counties in southwest and west-central Minnesota.
Murray County 4-H organizes youth-led community events like pool parties, movie nights, and cultural celebrations to address food insecurity and provide family- friendly activities. These events foster connection, celebrate diversity, and build youth leadership.
United Way of Southwest Minnesota supports students in 23 local districts through initiatives like Stuff the Bus, providing essential school supplies to families in need. This grant will help purchase supplies to ensure children start the school year equipped for success.
CHANDLER, MINNESOTA
Volunteers in Mercy supports families in need across Southwest Minnesota and Southeast South Dakota. The grant will fund ESL classes for immigrant families, cooking lessons for food shelf users, and an after-school cooking program for high school students.
The Westbrook Area Pool Committee is working to rejuvenate the 45-year-old community pool, which serves as a vital recreational and social hub for Westbrook and surrounding areas. The grant will fund the replacement of the pool liner, crumbling concrete decking, and upgrades to the bathhouse to meet ADA standards, ensuring safety and accessibility for all.
Worthington Area Youth Baseball Association promotes youth engagement through baseball and softball. The grant will fund a covered, lighted, two-lane batting cage with electricity for year-round use, benefiting over 180 youth and their families.
Worthington Christian School provides pre-K to 8th-grade education in Worthington, Minnesota, fostering academic and spiritual growth for 125 students from surrounding communities. Grant funds will help install two new mechanical basketball hoops in the gym to improve usability for students, community events, and local sports teams.
Worthington United is a nonprofit youth soccer club serving over 150 children ages 5-18 from Worthington and surrounding communities, promoting diversity, teamwork, and inclusion. Grant funds will provide uniforms, equipment, storage space, and scholarships to ensure all youth can participate, regardless of financial need.
DENISON, IOWA
The American Legion promotes patriotism and citizenship among youth through scholarships for children of veterans, Boys State participation, a 5th-grade flag essay contest, and support for the local Boy Scouts. Grant funds will expand scholarships, sponsor more Boys State participants, increase essay contest participation, and sustain the Boy Scouts program.
Caring Hearts of West Central Iowa enhances the quality of life for individuals by providing resources, safety, and support to families in crisis. Grant funding will support the crisis apartment program, offering temporary safe housing for families fleeing domestic violence or homelessness, and expand the backpack drive to ensure children have school supplies for success.
The Crawford County Fair Association promotes community events celebrating agriculture and youth involvement through projects like animal exhibits, photography, and baking. Grant funding will support the construction of a handicap-accessible restroom near the show ring, enhancing accessibility and creating a welcoming environment for all visitors.
Crawford County Hunger Fighters provides food assistance to children and families through a weekly backpack program for elementary students and monthly bulk food distributions. Grant funding supports the cost of delivering 364 snackpacks weekly to schools and distributing 47 tons of food to over 2,000 households annually.
Denison School District Dual Language Department celebrates cultural diversity through engaging student experiences. Grant funding will support a fall event on Latin American independence days with authentic food, crafts, and guest speakers, and a spring Dia de Los Niños/Dia de Los Libros celebration featuring cultural activities, crafts, and books for students.
DENISON, IOWA
The Denison Police Department launched its Adopt A School program in Fall 2024, where officers visit schools weekly to build relationships with students and foster trust. Grant funding will provide custom materials, such as handouts, canopies, and promotional items with the police shield, to create a welcoming and recognizable presence at schools and community events.
The Denison Volunteer Firefighter Association is creating "Safety Town", a child-sized learning space to teach kids essential safety skills like bike safety, crossing streets, and severe weather responses. Grant funds will help build streets, structures, and safety features, and provide equipment for interactive learning.
The Norelius Community Library serves Denison and Crawford County, providing diverse educational and recreational resources. Grant funding will enhance the library's “Teen Zone” with mobile bookcases, gaming equipment, crafting supplies, tablets, and other tools to create a dedicated, engaging space for pre-teens and teens ages 12-18. Denison Troop 55 provides life skills, teamwork, and leadership development through scouting activities for youth in Denison, Woodbine, and surrounding communities. This grant will help fund a new troop trailer to safely store and transport camping and event equipment, replacing an outdated and unreliable bus that served the troop for 30 years.
Siouxland Ag in the Classroom teaches agriculture to 2nd and 4th graders in seven Iowa counties. Funding will provide hands-on learning materials and educational handouts for 4,500 students every six weeks.
DICKSON, TENNESSEE
AGAPE provides foster care, counseling, and social services to children and families in middle Tennessee. This grant will fund 80 “Bags of Love” containing essential clothing, hygiene items, books, and stuffed animals for children entering foster care with no personal belongings.
CASA of the Highland Rim trains and empowers volunteer advocates to represent the best interests of abused and neglected children in foster care across Dickson, Stewart, and Hickman counties. Grant funds will support social media, marketing, and awareness campaigns to recruit volunteers and raise public understanding of the needs of children in foster care, helping CASA serve more youth in these communities.
Dickson Police Department’s DARE Program educates 5th-grade students in four elementary schools about drug prevention, peer pressure, making good choices, and the dangers of addiction. Grant funds will enhance this program by supporting classroom materials and resources preparing 288 students to make responsible decisions as they transition to middle school.
The Fairview Wrestling Club provides students from pre-K to 8th grade the opportunity to participate in wrestling, regardless of their financial situation. Grant funding will supply essential equipment like shoes, headgear, and uniforms, and cover tournament fees, ensuring all children can compete and benefit from this program.
DICKSON, TENNESSEE
The McNeilly Center for Children provides affordable, high-quality early care and education to more than 150 low-income children in East Nashville, fostering school readiness and early literacy for ages 0-5. Grant funding will support scholarships, professional development for teachers, classroom supplies, and program excellence, ensuring children living in poverty receive the tools they need to succeed in school and life.
The Middle Tennessee Council, Boy Scouts of America supports underserved youth through programs like Scoutreach and STEM initiatives, offering life skills, leadership development, and career exploration. Grant funding will provide scholarships, materials, and resources for these programs, benefiting over 600 youth.
RIFA is a community organization dedicated to alleviating hunger and providing nourishment to underserved populations in Jackson, TN. This grant funds the Snack Backpack program, which delivers weekend meals and snacks to 1,400 elementary school children, ensuring they have consistent access to nutritious food.
STREAMWORKS empowers K-12 students with STEM skills through innovative programs like Robot Drone League Jr. This grant funds robotics and drone equipment, educator training, and the creation of 10 teams for K-5 students in underserved communities.
DICKSON, TENNESSEE
Tennessee Blaze Softball provides student-athletes from rural, low- income backgrounds with opportunities to grow both on and off the field through competitive softball. This grant funds the purchase of safety and practice equipment, including catcher gear, nets, balls, and helmets, ensuring all players have access to the resources they need to succeed.
The Quest Center provides accessible, year- round music education programs for underserved and underprivileged children in Dickson County and surrounding areas, fostering self-esteem, creativity, and collaboration. This grant funds weekly instrument and vocal classes, curriculum expansion, and community outreach to ensure music education reaches more children in need.
The YAIPak Outreach Foster Hope program supports foster and low-income children in Montgomery and surrounding counties by providing clothing, hygiene items, and comfort essentials. This grant funds bags of clothing and hygiene products for children entering foster care, on-site shopping for foster families, and assistance for low-income students and their families identified by local schools.
HARLAN, IOWA
Adair County School District implements Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to foster a culture of respect, responsibility, and safety, enhancing both academic and social-emotional learning for students. This grant funds prizes to incentivize positive behavior, field trips for hands-on learning experiences, and curriculum resources to enrich the educational environment for over 260 students annually.
The Children's Nest is a non-profit childcare center providing quality care and early childhood development to families in Audubon County. This grant funds the development of a safe, age- appropriate outdoor play area for children under 2 years old, including soft flooring, a secure gate, updated gazebo roof, and protective railings, enhancing outdoor access for our youngest learners.
Harlan Community Elementary School PTO supports Pre-K to 5th-grade students by enhancing their learning experiences. This grant funds field trips for 700 students, providing two annual trips—one local and one outside Shelby County—for hands-on, real-world learning.
Harlan Elementary School hosted its first Camp Invention in 2024, a STEM- focused summer camp from the National Inventors Hall of Fame. This grant funds partial tuition support for 35 students, helping make the camp more affordable and accessible to families, increasing participation and fostering a love for STEM learning in the community.
Kids in the Village , a nonprofit childcare center serving Elk Horn, Kimballton, Exira, and surrounding Iowa communities, provides safe, educational, and nurturing care for children. This grant funds the purchase of trikes, helmets, sports equipment, and a security camera, promoting outdoor play and ensuring safety for the 55 children and their families that they serve.
HARLAN, IOWA
Little Cyclones Baseball supports over 200 youth by providing a year-round indoor facility for skill development. This grant will help cover operating costs and purchase equipment to enhance training opportunities, even during harsh weather.
Loess Hills Ag in the Classroom educates K-12 students about agriculture's role in daily life through classroom instruction and resources. This grant funds classroom visits, virtual tools, and hands-on lessons to promote agricultural literacy.
NAMI Southwest Iowa promotes mental health awareness and reduces stigma in nine counties, including Shelby and Cass. This grant will establish a NAMI On Campus program at a local high school, equipping students with resources and training to lead mental health advocacy and support initiatives.
Play Haven Child Care is renovating a wing of Peace Haven to create a childcare center serving up to 65 children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. This grant will support renovations and operational needs, addressing the local childcare shortage and enabling parents to return to the workforce while creating employment opportunities for staff.
HARLAN, IOWA
Santa's Camp and Wonderland supports children in crisis and with disabilities through programs providing books, clothing, produce, and recreational opportunities. This grant will fund resources and expand the glamping program to create positive, supportive experiences for families and children.
The Shelby County Fair Corporation focuses on educating youth and the community about agriculture through interactive exhibits and events. This grant will support the addition of a farm tractor simulator to the "Little Hands on the Farm" exhibit, offering hands-on learning experiences to 1,000 youth by the 2025 fair.
St. Patrick's Youth Group serves high school students in rural Iowa, fostering leadership, empathy, and faith-based community service. This grant will fund travel, lodging, and meals for students and chaperones attending the National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis in November 2025, offering an inspiring and transformative experience.
Straight from the Farm educates PreK-12 students and teachers about agriculture's vital role in daily life, fostering agricultural literacy and meeting educational standards. Grant funds will support travel and materials for classroom lessons and events in 2024-2025, expanding agricultural literacy. The Veterans Memorial Auditorium serves as a venue for public and private events, benefiting various community groups, including schools and libraries. Grant funds will be used to purchase a larger projector screen, improving visibility for presentations and enhancing the experience for approximately 7,000 annual attendees.
HAVERHILL, MASSACHUSETTS
Beyond Soccer is a youth development organization in
Lawrence, Massachusetts, that uses soccer to inspire leadership, healthy living, and academic success for over 1,000 youth annually. Grant funds will support year-round programming, including soccer instruction, academic tutoring, leadership opportunities, and health and wellness education.
The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Haverhill provides year-round programs focusing on education, health, and leadership development for over 1,000 children. Grant funds will support daily operations, including staffing, program supplies, and transportation, ensuring accessible, high-quality services for all youth in the Greater Haverhill area.
The Merrimack Valley YMCA combats food insecurity in Lawrence, Massachusetts, through food pantries and mobile food trucks, serving 34,000 people annually. Grant funds will support staff, truck maintenance, and expanded outreach.
Our Neighbors’ Table provides free groceries and meals to families in Northeastern Essex County, Massachusetts. Funding will support expanded access for children and families through their Free Grocery Program and community outreach initiatives.
HAVERHILL, MASSACHUSETTS
St. Ann's Home & School provides comprehensive care, education, and support for children and young adults with emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges. Grant funding will support after-school and summer programming through the Learning Annex, focusing on academic, social, and vocational skill-building for youth with specialized needs.
The Wish Project is a home goods bank providing essential items to families and children in Merrimack Valley transitioning out of homelessness or facing financial hardship. Grant funding will help expand their ability to distribute clothing, diapers, furniture, baby essentials, school supplies, and other basic needs to over 60,000 individuals, 85% of whom are children under 18.
Up With Books provides new books to children in low-income households to improve literacy, close the reading achievement gap, and promote lifelong learning. This grant will fund their summer reading program, equipping children with backpacks containing 8-10 books and literacy materials to prevent learning loss and support academic growth.
The Haverhill YMCA's Positive Alternatives to School Suspension (PASS) program provides therapeutic support, counseling, and academic engagement to high school students facing disciplinary suspension. This grant will expand PASS services to address behavioral needs, reduce recidivism, and support at-risk youth, fostering their success and positive reintegration into the school environment.
MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA
Camp Carefree provides free summer camp experiences for children with chronic illnesses or family members battling illnesses. This grant will fund the replacement and relocation of our outdoor cold food storage unit, ensuring safe and adequate food storage for campers with specialized dietary needs.
Community Storehouse Food for Kids: School Backpack Program provides nutritious meals to low-income children over weekends and school breaks to combat hunger and support academic success. This grant will fund food, backpacks, and operations to expand the program's reach.
Feeding Southwest Virginia School Pantry Program provides shelf-stable meals to food- insecure students in rural areas, including Martinsville, Virginia. Grant funding will support food purchases, infrastructure, and operations to serve 400 children by year-end.
First United Methodist Church Feeding the Children program ensures no child in Martinsville/Henry County goes hungry during long school holidays by providing take-home bags of nutritious food. Grant funds will purchase pop- top cans, family meals, and other essentials to serve over 316 children at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and spring break.
God’s Storehouse supports the Malcom Huckabee Backpacks Program, which provides nutritious weekend food bags to preschool and elementary school children in Pittsylvania County. This grant will be used to purchase healthy, kid-friendly food to expand the program and serve more children in need.
MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA
Grace Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families in financial crisis by providing food, hygiene items, and connections to community resources. This grant will specifically fund hygiene items such as soap, toothpaste, feminine products, and laundry detergent, ensuring families can maintain cleanliness and dignity while navigating challenges.
The Martinsville-Henry County Lions Club has partnered with Meadow View Elementary School to develop an inclusive playground that provides accessible play equipment for children with disabilities. This grant will fund the addition of a proper surface and specialized equipment to foster a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for children of all abilities.
The Salvation Army addresses food insecurity, homelessness, and financial challenges for individuals and families in Martinsville, Henry County, and Patrick County. This grant will support programs like weekly food distribution, clothing giveaways, and utility and rental assistance, ensuring critical resources are available to meet the growing needs of the community.
SML Good Neighbors is dedicated to addressing summer learning loss and food insecurity among rising 1st through 6th graders in Franklin and Bedford counties through free Summer Enrichment Camps. This grant will provide funding for weekend food bags containing shelf-stable meals, fresh produce, bread, and books, ensuring students receive proper nutrition and resources during the camp season.
Young Life Martinsville and Henry County engages middle and high school students through mentorship programs, weekly gatherings, and camp experiences, providing encouragement, guidance, and a message of hope. This grant will fund one-on-one mentoring sessions, outreach events, camp scholarships for under-resourced teens, and resources to recruit and train new mentors, benefiting 400 local adolescents.
MEDFORD, MASSACHUSETTS
Artists For Humanity empowers Boston teens through paid employment in creative fields, offering mentorship, STEM+Arts training, and academic support to foster personal and professional growth. Funding will support mentor wages, enabling AFH to continue providing transformative opportunities for underserved youth.
Boston Children’s Hospital operates the Family Food Connections pantry, addressing food insecurity for Boston families through nutritious food distribution and education. Funding will support their inventory of fresh, culturally relevant food, gluten-free options, and virtual cooking classes led by registered dietitians.
Brockton Day Nursery has supported children and families since 1894, providing developmental childcare and essential family support services. Funding will support the "Lend A Hand" program, which provides food, clothing, transportation, and essentials to at least 85 struggling families annually, ensuring immediate relief and connections to long-term support.
EVkids empowers underserved Boston youth through one-on-one academic mentoring and college success support to close education and opportunity gaps. Funding will sustain tutoring for up to 150 students (grades 3-12) and mentorship for 25 first-generation-to- college students, providing academic guidance, family engagement, and school advocacy.
MEDFORD, MASSACHUSETTS
Food For Free ’s School Markets program provides fresh, culturally relevant food to families in Cambridge and Somerville public schools, ensuring access to healthy meals outside of school hours. Funding will support food purchases, transportation, and operational costs to run 110 markets, serving over 4,500 individuals annually.
The Mystic Valley YMCA operates free food markets in Medford, Malden, and Everett, distributing nutritious food to over 32,000 individuals annually, including 11,000 youth. Funding will support operating costs such as staffing, supplies, and transportation to ensure continued access to healthy food for underserved communities.
Steps to Success provides free afterschool Extended Learning Programs (ELPs) to low-income Brookline students, focusing on STEM, social-emotional learning, and academic support for grades 3-8. Funding will support staff salaries and the expansion of these programs to enhance access to enrichment opportunities for underserved students.
Summer Search mentors low- income, first-generation high school students, providing transformative summer experiences and post- secondary support. Funding
will support mentoring, summer programs, and
operations for 375 students to achieve academic and career success.
MEDFORD, MASSACHUSETTS
The Carroll Center for the Blind empowers individuals with vision loss through education and rehabilitation services. Funding will support teachers, technology, and programs for 480+ visually impaired children.
Victory Programs supports its family shelters and transitional programs by providing safe housing, resources, and support to help up to 180 family members transition to stable, independent living. Funding will cover food, staffing, and family enrichment activities.
The West Medford Community Center runs the Circles Middlesex County Initiative, a program dedicated to ending poverty one family at a time. Funding will support Circle Leader training, volunteer mentorship, community education on poverty, and program operations for more than 60 people.
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE
A Step Ahead provides young people with education and resources to make informed decisions about their health and futures, including access to free, long-acting birth control. This grant will fund iClickers for real-time feedback in educational programs, enabling improved data collection and enhancing our ability to deliver impactful and engaging training to 450 students over a 12-month period.
ARISE2Read improves literacy skills for at-risk students through one-to-one tutoring, access to books, and faith- based support. This funding will support the distribution of books and materials to approximately 180 2nd grade students, providing them with resources to build at-home libraries, enhance reading fluency, and strengthen foundational literacy skills.
Bodine School is the only school in Tennessee dedicated solely to teaching students with dyslexia to read and succeed. This funding will support The Erika Center’s free monthly literacy screenings, helping young students, particularly from low-income families, identify signs of dyslexia and access necessary resources for early intervention.
CodeCrew empowers underrepresented youth in Memphis to excel in technology through hands-on computer science education and mentorship. This funding will support after-school programs that equip middle school students with the skills needed to meet Tennessee's new computer science graduation requirements.
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE
The Forrest Spence Fund provides essential non-medical support to critically ill children and their families throughout the Mid-South. This grant will fund monthly breakfasts, dinners, and meal vouchers at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, addressing food insecurities and alleviating financial stress so families can focus on their child’s care.
Harwood Center offers accredited therapy for children ages 18 months to 6 years with special needs, focusing on Autism Spectrum Disorder. Funding will provide scholarships to ease financial burdens, ensuring access to essential services.
JIFF provides Christ-centered mentorship to at-risk youth in
Memphis, aiming to break the cycle of juvenile crime. Funding will support its Early Intervention Program, offering mentorship and restorative programming to reduce recidivism and aid reintegration.
The Memphis Child Advocacy Center provides trauma-focused therapy and support services to children who have experienced severe abuse, helping them heal and build healthy futures. This funding will support their therapy program, covering therapist salaries, benefits, and supplies to serve at least 100 children and their families in 2025.
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE
Memphis Teacher Residency recruits, trains, and supports aspiring teachers to serve in under-resourced schools across Memphis. This funding will support the residency program by enabling participants to intern with experienced mentor teachers in high-need schools, preparing them to become licensed educators dedicated to improving educational outcomes for underserved students.
Meritan provides transitional housing and support services to young adults aging out of foster care, helping them build independence and stability. This funding will supply essential home goods, such as cookware and cleaning supplies, for Shelby County’s first residential program for female foster youth transitioning to independent living.
Multinational Memphis helps limited English-speaking families achieve academic success and emotional well- being. Funding will support the AfterschoolsmARTs program, offering tutoring, art therapy, and family engagement for immigrant children in Memphis.
Palmer Home for Children provides residential foster care in a family-like environment for vulnerable children, focusing on holistic healing through trauma-informed care and the Whole Child Initiative. Funding will support the "Feed A Family" program, ensuring nutritious meals for children and caregivers in Palmer Home for Children cottages to promote physical and emotional well-being.
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE
Room in the Inn – Memphis provides shelter, meals, and resources to families experiencing homelessness, focusing on creating a safe, supportive environment. Funding will support CITI Camp, an 8-week summer program offering enriching activities like art, swimming, and literacy for 10-20 children, enabling parents to work or secure housing while ensuring a safe and engaging space for their kids.
Southern College of Optometry provides comprehensive vision care services to underserved school-aged children in Shelby County, ensuring that no child is denied treatment due to an inability to pay. Funding will support the iCareforKids program, covering eye exams, clinical testing, vision therapy, eyeglasses, and prescription sports eyewear for over 2,000 children.
The Arc Northwest Mississippi supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through life skills programs. Funding will help launch "Let’s Get Cookin’," a kitchen skills program fostering independence, confidence, and healthy habits.
We Fight Monsters provides safe housing and recovery support for victims of trafficking and addiction. Funding will help renovate a third safe house in South Memphis and supply essentials for women and children, supporting 12 families over the next year.
PLOVER, WISCONSIN
The Boys & Girls Club of Portage County will use this grant to support its Great Futures! program, providing social-emotional learning to 50 youth ages 6-12 during the 2024-2025 school year. Funds will cover staffing and materials for one-on-one and small group sessions that build emotional and social competencies.
Evergreen Community Initiative provides free clothing and basic necessities to low-income children in central Wisconsin through The Kids Closet. Funding will support the annual Monogram Loves Kids Back-to-School Bash in August, providing 300+ children with new shoes, socks, underwear, and hygiene items to build confidence and meet essential needs. Community Child Care Center provides care for children 6 weeks to 13 years in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. Funding will support facility upgrades, including a dishwasher, lighting, and classroom improvements.
Giving Gardens grows fresh, organic produce to support food-insecure families through local food pantries and community programs. Funding will update and expand McKinley Elementary School’s garden, increasing its capacity from 6 to 10 raised beds, including a handicap- accessible bed, to provide diverse produce for 20 low-income and refugee families in the school's backpack program.
Portage County Health and Human Services Employees Foundation runs Kids Day at Camp which offers low-income children a unique outdoor experience with nature education, games, and team-building. Funding will cover camp fees and transportation for 60 children, promoting healthy living and social skills.
PLOVER, WISCONSIN
The Portage County Literacy Council supports adult learners in gaining essential skills for economic stability and community engagement. Funding will expand resources, enhance tutor/learner matches, and increase outreach to underserved populations, benefiting 100 learners.
The Salvation Army of Stevens Point Hope House provides shelter and meals for homeless families and individuals at the Hope Center. Funding will be used to purchase and install a commercial walk-in freezer, improving meal planning, storage, and the ability to accept more food donations, benefiting over 270 residents annually, including families and children. The Salvation Army Milk Fund ensures a reliable supply of fresh milk for the Stevens Point Hope Center, providing nourishment to vulnerable residents. Funding will purchase approximately four months of milk for daily meals, benefiting approximately 60 people served across three meals each day, including families with children.
The Wisconsin Rapids Family Center provides safe shelter and crisis services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Grant funding will cover approximately 110 nights of stay, including food, clothing, utilities, and advocate support for victims and their children to ensure safety, healing, and empowerment.
Wood County Head Star t serves 200 children, promoting education and family empowerment. The grant will fund literacy materials, STEM kits, and outdoor equipment to enhance learning and development.
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