Host: Aaron Cozort
Guest: Stacye Trout
VIDEO
SUMMARY
The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi is an organization helping to improve health and youth education across 11 counties in the region. Additionally, they offer technical assistance to nonprofits and donors. Offering donor and non-profit receptions for each county they serve in North-West Mississippi. Highlights for 2023, include connections made for Emmett-Till Interpretive Center and the Maddox Foundation to fund their national traveling exhibit, and the fight against childhood obesity.
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
The Community Foundation of North-West Mississippi (https://cfnm.org/)
EPISODE SPONSOR:
Pure Focus Media – https://www.purefocus.media/
DESCRIPTION
In this engaging podcast interview, join us as we delve into a conversation with Stacye Trout, a key figure at the helm of the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi. Discover how this dynamic organization is making significant strides in enhancing health and youth education across the expansive landscape of 11 counties in the region.
Stacye Trout shares insights into the Foundation’s impactful collaborations with renowned entities such as the Let’s Move Campaign and the Kellogg Foundation, showcasing their dedicated efforts to combat childhood obesity. The conversation unfolds to explore the Foundation’s multifaceted approach, offering crucial technical assistance to nonprofits and donors. Noteworthy achievements include the establishment and funding of the Emmett Till Interpretive Center, a testament to their commitment to cultural and historical preservation.
Stacye Trout sheds light on the Foundation’s pivotal role in providing essential support. From facilitating meals and snacks for children to spearheading remote summer camps and upgrading food pantries, the Foundation stands as a beacon of resilience and community support.
Discover how this foundation secured a significant $1 million grant from Molina Healthcare to ensure access to healthy food in the Mississippi Delta. Supported by strategic alliances with the Chamber of Commerce, the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi is actively contributing to the creation of commerce and lasting memories in Southaven.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of Stacye Trout’s leadership and the Community Foundation’s unwavering dedication to fostering positive change in Northwest Mississippi. This podcast provides an insightful exploration of their endeavors, shedding light on the collaborative spirit that drives their mission.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi contributes to youth health and education.
Over $40 million has been given out to local nonprofits, and the Foundation works in collaboration with organizations like Michelle Obama’s ‘Let’s Move’ Campaign.
The Foundation has made a notable contribution in the area by helping to found the Emmett Till Interpretive Center and giving them their first grant.
CHAPTERS
- Connecting Donors and Nonprofits: The Impact of the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi (00:00 – 06:42)
- The National Monument Exhibit and the Impact of Community Foundations on Health Assessments in Mississippi (06:42 – 12:45)
- Get Involved with Southaven Business Beat: Connecting with the Community Foundation (12:45 – 16:32)
SPONSOR LIST
PRESENTING SPONSOR: The Community Foundation of North-West Mississippi (https://cfnm.org/)
EPISODE SPONSOR: Pure Focus Media (https://www.purefocus.media)
https://www.wisdomintegrators.com – Wisdom Integrators
https://thefollowapp.co/ – The Follow App
https://www.purefocus.media/ – Pure Focus Media
https://www.southavenchamber.com/ – Southaven Chamber of Commerce
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