“It is a daily practice. I’m actually a joyful person, and I do feel like it is a practice because I have choices to do otherwise and be otherwise. But I choose love and I choose light. I’m doing it not only for me, but we’re doing it for each other. We’re reflections of each other. It’s radical to step out with love, and we all have to do this together. It starts here, and then we take it out into the world.” - Colman Domingo The journey for communities experiencing racial inequities is long and the load is heavy. Still, embracing love and joy along the way can be radical forms of healing, resistance and transformation. Discover insights from our President and CEO La June Montgomery Tabron and Academy Award-nominated actor Colman Domingo in their conversation, "Healing from the Inside Out: Transforming Ourselves and Our World." https://lnkd.in/gkmmdgyw #HowWeHeal
About us
The W.K. 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. Guided by the belief that all children should have an equal opportunity to thrive, WKKF invests in promoting thriving children, working families and equitable communities.
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http://www.wkkf.org/
External link for W.K. Kellogg Foundation
- Industry
- Philanthropic Fundraising Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Battle Creek, MI
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1930
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Primary
One Michigan Avenue East
Battle Creek, MI 49017, US
Employees at W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Updates
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This summer, over 100 early childhood education advocates gathered in Santa Fe, NM, for the annual Early Childhood Funders Collaborative (ECFC) meeting, supported by local partners. From California to Connecticut, attendees learned about the significance of Indigenous history and culture from Dr. Joseph Suina, and the critical milestones in New Mexico’s early childhood policy landscape. Panels highlighted grassroots advocacy, community-based programs and the essential role of philanthropy in sustaining early childhood initiatives. The common theme was clear: unity and collaboration are key to driving impactful change in early childhood education. Let’s continue working together to create opportunities and support our communities. 🌱 https://wkkf.co/deqh
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In Hatch, New Mexico, a community renowned as the Chile Capital of the World, Hatch Valley Public Schools (HVPS) are transforming education. Through water-conserving vertical gardens and climate-controlled freight farms, students are learning vital STEM skills while addressing local food scarcity. The new Hatch Valley Vet Clinic/Learning Lab is also providing hands-on experience in veterinary science, preparing students for future careers. Collaborative efforts with New Mexico State University have even led to the development of branding for the new vet center, teaching students valuable marketing skills. These innovative programs are not only preserving Hatch Valley’s rich agricultural history but are also sowing seeds for a brighter, more equitable future. https://wkkf.co/jebh
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Huge congrats to our President and CEO, La June Montgomery Tabron, for being named in the #ForbesOver50 Impact list! In 2014, La June Montgomery Tabron made history as the first woman and first African American CEO of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Under her visionary leadership, our 220-person team committed $467 million in grants last fiscal year, all aimed at promoting childhood development and helping families thrive. Since joining the foundation as controller in 1987, La June has been a driving force behind our DEI initiatives. Her unwavering dedication to equity and inclusion has shaped the foundation’s mission and impact. Here's to celebrating La June’s incredible journey and the profound impact of her leadership! https://wkkf.co/wsne
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Join #HaitiPocketsOfHope for the panel “Reporting from Haiti: Taking on Risks and Myths Through Quality Journalism” August 2, 2:30pm CT at NABJ to hear from experts about practicing ethical journalism in Haiti’s current climate. Learn more at www.haitipocketsofhope.com
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In the latest of our #ExpandingEquity #DEI leader interview series, we spoke with Cheyenne Ray PhD, SHRM-SCP, DEI manager at Fortune Brands Innovations. Cheyenne shared how his personal experiences have impacted his work in the DEI space, the most influential moments in his time at Fortune Brands Innovations, current challenges in DEI work and more. To read our full interview with Cheyenne, click the link below: https://wkkf.co/lvae #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion
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Happy #BlackBusinessMonth! To start our celebration, we had to share the feature of our founder, Lakeysha Hallmon, EdD in AFROTECH for the impact she has on Black-owned businesses. 🌍✨ Since launching The Village Market ® in 2016, Dr. Key has been dedicated to strengthening the Black dollar and uplifting Black-owned businesses, generating over $8.3 million in wealth for Black entrepreneurs! Our partnerships with Mastercard’s “In Solidarity” Initiative and W.K. Kellogg Foundation have provided significant grant opportunities, showcasing the power of collaboration. We encourage everyone to follow Dr. Key’s example of resilience, adaptability and community support. 💪🏾 Thanks again, AfroTech, for featuring our mission! Read here: https://lnkd.in/ggspkUDT
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One year ago today, we unveiled our #IAmNewOrleans mural at the Andrew P. Sanchez & Copelin-Byrd Multi-Service Center in the Lower 9th Ward. Stretching over 60 feet wide, hear from Jade how her art represents the community’s resiliency, history and culture.🎨. https://wkkf.co/vosw
I Am New Orleans mural captures city’s rich history
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“What does healing require? It requires you first to take personal stock, then you see how you can be actionable in communities.” - Colman Domingo Racial healing starts within each of us. While each person’s journey is unique, the shared goal is empathy and actionable community change. Watch our President and CEO La June Montgomery Tabron and Academy Award-nominated actor Colman Domingo as they discuss what it takes to do this transformative work and why it’s so important for all of us, at home, at work and in our communities. Watch Healing from the Inside Out: Transforming Ourselves and Our World: https://lnkd.in/gkmmdgyw #HowWeHeal
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We’re partnering with Automation Workz, a Detroit-based company, to create pathways to well-paying tech careers for Black residents in Battle Creek. Despite making up 12% of the nation’s workforce, Black individuals only account for 8% of employees in tech roles. This disparity is expected to widen over the next decade. The new report, “West Michigan Titanium Triangle: Shifting African Americans Into High-Tech Drive,” evaluates the current tech career landscape and highlights future opportunities. The West Michigan African American Tech Readiness Collaborative is actively working to implement the report’s findings and bridge this gap. By fostering inclusivity and creating opportunities, we can ensure a more equitable future in tech for all. Let's work together to drive this change. https://wkkf.co/nwif