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W.K. Kellogg Foundation Empowers HBCU Executive Leadership Institute at Clark Atlanta University with Generous Grant

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University's HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (HBCU ELI) proudly announces receipt of a $225,000 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), reinforcing the philanthropic institution's goal of fostering equitable outcomes through strategic partnerships. The grant will empower HBCU ELI to enhance programs for the incoming 2024 Community of Fellows, expand program reach, and deepen its overall impact on executive leadership development within the HBCU community.

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  • ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University's HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (HBCU ELI) proudly announces receipt of a $225,000 grant from the W.K.
  • The grant will empower HBCU ELI to enhance programs for the incoming 2024 Community of Fellows, expand program reach, and deepen its overall impact on executive leadership development within the HBCU community.
  • Kellogg Foundation's generous support," said Dr. Phyllis Worthy Dawkins, Executive Director of the HBCU Executive Leadership program and former President of Bennett College.
  • For more information about the HBCU Executive Leadership Institute at Clark Atlanta University, please click here.

Alef Partners with Jackson Public Schools and W.K. Kellogg Foundation to Bridge the Digital Divide

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alef, a leader in mobile connectivity solutions, proudly announces a partnership with Jackson Public Schools (JPS), with support from the Community Foundation for Mississippi with funds from W.K. Kellogg Foundation, that closes the digital divide for hundreds of students in Jackson, Mississippi.

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  • Kellogg Foundation, that closes the digital divide for hundreds of students in Jackson, Mississippi.
  • Alef's Private 4G/5G Network solution, supported with a grant over $500,000 from the Community Foundation for Mississippi with funds from W.K.
  • Kellogg Foundation, deployed a reliable, CIPA-compliant broadband connection for hundreds of students at their residences at no cost.
  • "At Alef, we are passionate about leveraging technology to enhance educational opportunities," said Mike Mulica, CEO of Alef.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation announces new executive staff, leadership promotions and Baldrige honors

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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He will serve as corporate secretary for the foundation board of trustees and oversee the internal audit function of the foundation.

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  • He will serve as corporate secretary for the foundation board of trustees and oversee the internal audit function of the foundation.
  • Williams will be a member of the executive leadership team, reporting to WKKF president and CEO La June Montgomery Tabron.
  • The foundation also announced the promotion of three WKKF executive colleagues to newly designed leadership roles.
  • Kellogg Foundation, using the national Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence as its framework to help Michigan-based organizations enhance their performance.

Expanding Equity Releases New Report with Insights from 100+ Companies on How-To Best Advance Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), through its Expanding Equity program, released a new report detailing three key insights from Expanding Equity’s work with more than 100 organizations advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace – reaching more than 3.5 million employees directly and indirectly.

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  • Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), through its Expanding Equity program, released a new report detailing three key insights from Expanding Equity’s work with more than 100 organizations advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace – reaching more than 3.5 million employees directly and indirectly.
  • WKKF launched Expanding Equity in 2019 to help companies transform into more equitable places of opportunity.
  • Anchor on Inclusion and Belonging: A culture of inclusion and belonging is foundational for an effective, holistic DEI strategy.
  • In 2024, Expanding Equity is recruiting for four Core Program cohorts, and interested organizations can apply now on ExpandingEquity.com.

Dr. Khan Nedd elected as new board chair for W.K. Kellogg Foundation

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) announced today the election of Dr. Khan Nedd of Grand Rapids, Mich., as its new board chair, and welcomed Denise Brooks-Williams of Detroit, Mich., as its new trustee.

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  • Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) announced today the election of Dr. Khan Nedd of Grand Rapids, Mich., as its new board chair, and welcomed Denise Brooks-Williams of Detroit, Mich., as its new trustee.
  • Nedd, who joined the board in 2016, will serve a one-year term as chair.
  • Nedd is a steadfast champion for building strong families and communities where children can thrive,” said La June Montgomery Tabron, president and CEO of the Kellogg Foundation.
  • Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), founded in 1930 as an independent, private foundation by breakfast cereal innovator and entrepreneur Will Keith Kellogg, is among the largest philanthropic foundations in the United States.

80 new fellows of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation Community Leadership Network announced

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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BATTLE CREEK, Mich., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) with the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) today announced the latest class of fellows of the WKKF Community Leadership Network, a model program for strengthening local leadership to create transformational change for children, families and communities.

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  • Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) with the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) today announced the latest class of fellows of the WKKF Community Leadership Network , a model program for strengthening local leadership to create transformational change for children, families and communities.
  • Together, the fellows learn about themselves and each other; grow their leadership skills; and build a strong, connected network to advance equity at local, tribal, state and national levels.
  • The program curriculum emphasizes racial equity and racial healing, community engagement and collective leadership — what the foundation calls "its DNA."
  • For more about the WKKF Community Leadership Network with the Center for Creative Leadership and a complete list of fellows, visit wkkfcln.org.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation and Emmy-Nominated Actor Tyler James Williams Shine a Light on the Importance of Quality Early Child Care and Education

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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BATTLE CREEK, Mich, July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Early child care and education systems play an outsized role in children's development. However, systemic barriers, such as a lack of funding, workforce shortages, cultural and language challenges and implicit bias, disproportionately affect children of color and children from low-income families. Educators, caregivers, communities and organizations are working tirelessly to break down these barriers every day so that all children can be successful in the classroom and beyond. To recognize and celebrate their impact, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) has launched a storytelling campaign with Emmy-nominated actor Tyler James Williams.

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  • BATTLE CREEK, Mich, July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Early child care and education systems play an outsized role in children's development.
  • Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) has launched a storytelling campaign with Emmy-nominated actor Tyler James Williams.
  • "It means the world to me to partner with the Kellogg Foundation on this project because it brings action to the art.
  • The challenges facing early child care and education in recent years have been increasingly concerning.

Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC) Announces 5-Years in Business and Grand Opening of New Headquarters in Clearwater, FL

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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CLEARWATER, Fla., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC), the Florida-based technology and market research firm for entrepreneurship-led economic development, announces its 5-year anniversary and grand opening of their new headquarters in Clearwater, Florida with continued expansion in-the-works.

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  • CLEARWATER, Fla., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC), the Florida-based technology and market research firm for entrepreneurship-led economic development, announces its 5-year anniversary and grand opening of their new headquarters in Clearwater, Florida with continued expansion in-the-works.
  • CEO, David Ponraj founded Economic Impact Catalyst (initially called Startup Space) in 2018.
  • The company went through a rebrand in 202 – from Startup Space, LLC to Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC – as the company and scope of services grew beyond just the Startup Space technology platform to provide data analytics, impact reporting, and economic development strategy.
  • As EIC looks to the future, the company remains committed to providing best-in-class, technology-enabled solutions that drive entrepreneurship-led economic development.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation and Center for Creative Leadership launch Class Three of fellowship program across Mich., Miss., NM & New Orleans

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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BATTLE CREEK, Mich., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) with the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) today announced the opening of the application process for local leaders in Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico and New Orleans to participate in Class Three of its WKKF Community Leadership Network fellowship program.

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  • Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) with the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) today announced the opening of the application process for local leaders in Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico and New Orleans to participate in Class Three of its WKKF Community Leadership Network fellowship program.
  • The 18-month fellowship supports leaders to connect, grow and lead transformational change toward a more equitable society.
  • The WKKF Community Leadership Network fellowship offers hands-on leadership development, personalized coaching, peer networking and practical experience.
  • "It is a great privilege to partner with the Kellogg Foundation in stewarding the WKKF Community Leadership Network," said Martin Schneider, CCL president and CEO.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation releases 2022 Annual Snapshot centered on racial equity, racial healing and systems change

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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BATTLE CREEK, Mich., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) released its 2022 annual snapshot – featuring stories, videos, research from the field and editorials on the past year's work led by grantees, investees and partners working in communities. The snapshot is embedded exclusively on Every Child Thrives, the foundation's digital storytelling platform that highlights the efforts of WKKF grantees and community partners to realize a more equitable future for children, families and communities. 

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  • Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) released its 2022 annual snapshot – featuring stories, videos, research from the field and editorials on the past year's work led by grantees, investees and partners working in communities.
  • Almost 40% of the foundation's grantmaking focused on national efforts to change the systems that limit equitable opportunities for children and families.
  • At the heart of this year's annual snapshot, Making Systems Work for Every Child, Every Family, Every Community, the foundation describes how racial equity and racial healing intersect with driving change in systems and structures within and around communities.
  • Visit the complete annual snapshot , the Kellogg Foundation's 2022 financial statements and more highlights of WKKF grantmaking and investments .