At a historic HBCU in the heart of the rural South, a new leadership academy provides wraparound support

Along the left bank of the Mississippi River, something exciting is brewing. The river itself is a marvel, a super-charged vehicle for commerce, transportation and agriculture. And the land surrounding it? Some of the richest soil in the world.

The foundation launches a forward-looking, five-year strategy in the region, anchored by community input

A pilot program in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, brings a teacher training organization to Jefferson County

In a region where high-quality teachers are in high demand, Teach Plus helps educators advocate for changes so they – and their students – can thrive

In Jefferson County, Arkansas, Go Forward Pine Bluff is charting a path to greater opportunity.

In this season of gratitude, I’m thankful for community leaders working with their neighbors to make the region a place where everyone belongs

To reach their full potential, the region’s people and communities need partners, not saviors

Access to capital, training and mentorship networks is critical to the success of minority-owned businesses

By creating opportunity for youth, a region’s potential grows.

Higher Purpose Co. trains and mentors underserved and underestimated entrepreneurs

Clarksdale Collegiate sets a high academic bar and finds ‘opportunities for joy’ in every day of learning.

In the Delta region of Mississippi and Arkansas, we’re proud to work with talented educators, entrepreneurs and young people who are determined to improve quality of life. Their optimism and resilience is helping the region confront its challenges and create new opportunities for all residents.

Michael Boone’s commitment to service drives his work at the Boys & Girls Club of Phillips County.

Adrienne Hudson is helping reduce teacher shortages that limit opportunity for Delta students.

At Meraki Roasting Company, Ben Lewis helps Delta youth gain confidence and critical job skills