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Wilson Foundation

@kwff901

New Twitter for the Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation | Follow us for updates about our work in the Memphis community.

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We would like to introduce our new Programs and Office Administrator, Alison Buccini, and to congratulate our recently promoted Executive Director, Carrie Burke! What better way to wrap up a workweek than to join our partners for the #midsouthnonprofitconference

We would like to introduce our new Programs and Office Administrator, Alison Buccini, and to congratulate our recently promoted Executive Director, Carrie Burke! What better way to wrap up a workweek than to join our partners for the #midsouthnonprofitconference
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Spence Wilson Jr. offered some great advice to all attending the Memphis Business Journal Family-Owned business Panel. Highlights included discussion on how to always maintain a close family bond amidst workplace disagreements. KWC is always happy to share secrets to success with other FOB!

Spence Wilson Jr. offered some great advice to all attending the <a href="/MBJMemphis/">Memphis Business Journal</a> Family-Owned business Panel. Highlights included discussion on how to always maintain a close family bond amidst workplace  disagreements. KWC is always happy to share secrets to success with other FOB!
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Thank you BRIDGES USA for hosting another great Wilson Society Conference! Leaders from 5 Memphis high schools discover leadership skills and motivations to serve. Here, students are sharing and developing thoughts full-circle. #Memphis #bringyoursoul #wilsonsociety #kwff

Thank you <a href="/BRIDGESUSA/">BRIDGES USA</a> for hosting another great Wilson Society Conference! Leaders from 5 Memphis high schools discover leadership skills and motivations to serve. Here, students are sharing and developing thoughts full-circle. #Memphis #bringyoursoul #wilsonsociety #kwff
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Today, KWFF staff sat in awe of the raw stregnth of those recognized at the Memphis CAC Honors Day Celebration. DCA, MPD, and Katy Spurlock (below) of UrbanChildInstitute, we honor you for your selflessness and tireless commitment in keeping Memphis's children safe. #Heros

Today, KWFF staff sat in awe of the raw stregnth of those recognized at the <a href="/MemphisCAC/">Memphis CAC</a> Honors Day Celebration.  <a href="/DCAmemphis/">DCA</a>,  MPD, and Katy Spurlock (below) of <a href="/UrbanChildInst/">UrbanChildInstitute</a>, we honor you for your selflessness and  tireless commitment in keeping Memphis's children safe. #Heros
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Theres something special going on at Pure Youth, which takes an innovative approach in harnessing the great potential of youth in our city. KWFF thanks Melvin Cole and the incredible young men of P.U.R.E. for hosting today's site visit and celebration of your new location!

Theres something special going on at <a href="/pure_youth/">Pure Youth</a>, which takes an innovative approach in harnessing the great potential of youth in our city. KWFF thanks Melvin Cole and the incredible young men of P.U.R.E. for hosting today's site visit and celebration of your new location!
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What if standardized investment principles were applied to charitable giving in Memphis? KWFF thanks @SlingshotMemph1 for presenting their method of offering disruptive solutions to maximize impact and improve the quality of life for Memphians living in poverty.

What if standardized investment principles were applied to charitable giving in Memphis? KWFF thanks  @SlingshotMemph1 for presenting  their method of offering disruptive solutions to maximize impact and improve the quality of life for Memphians living in poverty.
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The Kemmons Wilson Family came together to accept the #CornerstoneAward from University of Memphis last night. Thank you faculty and staff of KemmonsWilsonSchool for your hard work in providing high quality education in hospitality and resort management to #UofMemphis students! #kwff #MEMPHIS

The Kemmons Wilson Family came together to accept the #CornerstoneAward from <a href="/uofmemphis/">University of Memphis</a> last night. Thank you faculty and staff of <a href="/KWSMemphis/">KemmonsWilsonSchool</a> for your hard work in providing high quality education in hospitality and resort management to #UofMemphis students! #kwff #MEMPHIS
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KWFF staff enjoyed celebrating the successes of the Memphis fundraising community at yeasterday's annual #crystalawards #memphis #philanthropy

KWFF staff enjoyed celebrating the successes of the Memphis fundraising community at yeasterday's annual #crystalawards #memphis #philanthropy
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The Kemmons Wilson Family was honored to gather with Mayor of Memphis in celebration of The Pink Palace Mansion's Grand Re-opening. Thank you Memphis Museums of Science & History | MoSH for your hard work and dedication in preserving the rich history of Memphis. #Memphis #Thepinkpalace #feedyoursoul

The Kemmons Wilson Family was honored to gather with <a href="/MayorMemphis/">Mayor of Memphis</a> in celebration of The Pink Palace Mansion's Grand Re-opening. Thank you <a href="/memphismuseums/">Memphis Museums of Science & History | MoSH</a> for your hard work and dedication in preserving the rich history of Memphis. #Memphis #Thepinkpalace  #feedyoursoul
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LITE pitch night! Helping high school students develop their entrenpreneur skills in preparation to become minority business owners after college. ⁦@LITEMemphis⁩ check them out!

LITE pitch night! Helping high school students develop their entrenpreneur skills in preparation to become minority business owners after college. ⁦@LITEMemphis⁩ check them out!
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The 2019 NexGen Award goes to... Memphis Athletic Ministries! After researching many high-impact organizations in Memphis, the 4th generation of Wilson family members awarded MAM because of their mission to coach, grow, and lead the youth of Memphis. #Memphis #KWFF

The 2019 NexGen Award goes to... <a href="/MAM_Sports/">Memphis Athletic Ministries</a>! After researching many high-impact organizations in Memphis, the 4th generation of Wilson family members awarded MAM because of their mission to coach, grow, and lead the youth of Memphis. #Memphis #KWFF
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Congratulations to all of the Wilson Society seniors that will be graduating this weekend! With nearly 300 students creating and contributing to high impact community projects, Wilson Society members demonstrate what is to be young, community-focused leaders.

Congratulations to all of the Wilson Society seniors that will be graduating this weekend! With nearly 300 students creating and contributing to high impact community projects, Wilson Society members demonstrate what is to be young, community-focused leaders.
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Thank you Leadership Memphis for hosting a wonderful 40th-anniversary luncheon this past week. Highlights include an unforgettable speech delivered by special guest Richard Smith on a what the core value of all Memphis changemakers is - GRIT and GRIND!

Thank you <a href="/LeadershipMphs/">Leadership Memphis</a> for hosting a wonderful 40th-anniversary luncheon this past week. Highlights include an unforgettable speech delivered by special guest Richard Smith on a what the core value of all Memphis changemakers is - GRIT and GRIND!
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Today unveiled a marker dedicated to the nations first all-female radio station WHER. Co-owned by Sam Phillips and Kemmons Wilson, the trailblazing women of WHER ran for 17 years in a time when women weren’t considered serious journalists or “real” reporters.

Today unveiled a marker dedicated to the nations first all-female radio station WHER. Co-owned by Sam Phillips and Kemmons Wilson, the trailblazing women of WHER ran for 17 years in a time when women weren’t considered serious journalists or “real” reporters.
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It was a privilege to spend the day with so many passionate, innovative professionals who are dedicated to creating a better Mid-South at the annual #MidsouthNonProfitConference @momentumnp #PeoplePassionImpact

It was a privilege to spend the day with so many passionate, innovative professionals who are dedicated to creating a better Mid-South at the annual #MidsouthNonProfitConference @momentumnp 
#PeoplePassionImpact
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Every year, students come together for the KWFF Wilson Society Conference. Here, they receive leadership training and aid for developing community impact projects. Thank you BRIDGES USA and @LITEMemphis for providing students with tools to better serve the Memphis community.

Every year, students come together for the KWFF Wilson Society Conference. Here, they receive leadership training and aid for developing community impact projects. Thank you <a href="/BRIDGESUSA/">BRIDGES USA</a>  and @LITEMemphis  for providing students with tools to better serve the Memphis community.