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The Legacy Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit charitable organization is a venture philanthropy focused on addressing disparities in health and education

The Legacy Foundation is focused on addressing disparities in education and health. We accomplish our mission by identifying and supporting innovative social innovation with strategic and financial resources to grow solutions to scale and achieve substantive, sustainable, and systemic transformative social impact against some of the biggest problems facing community in education and health. One of our programs is our My Brothers’ Keeper Program at Martin Luther King School in Hartford. The Program is a developmental and mentoring program for boys at MLK School focused on establishing a culture of confidence, self-belief and pursuit of and expectations of high achievement, excellence and professionalism.

10/22/2026

🎓🏆 SCHOLAR SPOTLIGHT: DILLARD MARTINEZ! 🌟

Big achievements deserve BIG recognition! 💙💛

The Legacy Foundation of Hartford is proud to celebrate Dillard Martinez, one of the first students at Xavier High School in Middletown, CT, to receive a Xavierian Value Coin! 🏅

This special recognition honors students who demonstrate outstanding character and the values of the Xavier community.

But Dillard isn't stopping there! ❤️

He's also making a difference by fundraising for the 2026 Mercy/Xavier Walk-A-Thon, showing that leadership is about more than personal achievements—it's about giving back!

👏 Help us congratulate Dillard and cheer him on as he continues making a positive impact!

🚶‍♂️ Support Dillard's Walk-A-Thon fundraiser!
https://2026-mercyxavier-walk-a-thon-xavier-64700-58731-36211.causevox.com/p/dillardmartinez

At Legacy Foundation of Hartford, we believe in recognizing young people who lead with character, compassion, and purpose.

💙 Talent is Universal. Opportunities Are Not!

10/20/2026

🌟 Talent is everywhere. Opportunity should be too.

At Legacy Foundation of Hartford, we believe every young person deserves access to the support, experiences, and encouragement that help them grow.

Through academic support, mentorship, enrichment, and college readiness opportunities, Legacy helps Hartford-area scholars build skills, confidence, and a stronger vision for their future.

💙 When young people are given opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive, entire communities become stronger.

10/19/2026

🎉 Have you gotten your tickets yet? They're going fast! 🎟️

Hartford, get ready for an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and purpose!

The Legacy Foundation of Hartford's Little Black Dress Gala 2026 is almost here, and you don't want to miss it!

✨ Celebrating Champions of Education ✨

Join us as we celebrate those making a difference in education and support opportunities that help Hartford-area scholars learn, grow, and succeed.

🥂 An elegant evening of celebration
🍽️ Food and entertainment
🎶 Live music by the Dwayne Keith Project
🎺 Special guests: The Trumpet Chics

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Infinity Music Hall | Hartford, CT
🎟️ Tickets: $250

Tickets are going fast! Secure yours today and be part of a meaningful celebration.

👉 https://bit.ly/LegacyLBD2026

10/16/2026

⚽🌟 Scholar Spotlight: Jonathan Hall 🌟⚽

Today we’re proud to celebrate Jonathan Hall for his hard work, growth, and determination on the field. As a member of Boys JV Soccer, Jonathan continues to show what dedication, discipline, and a willingness to learn can accomplish.

At The Legacy Foundation of Hartford, we love recognizing scholars who are putting in the work and growing into their potential—on and off the field.

Join us in celebrating Jonathan’s progress and bright future! 👏💙

10/14/2026

📘 Have you read the latest issue of the Legacy Foundation of Hartford newsletter?

Our October 2026 Fall Edition, “A Strong Start to the Legacy Year,” is filled with stories of learning, family connection, enrichment, and scholar milestones across Hartford.

Inside the latest issue:
- 📚 Saturday Academy is back
- 👨‍👩‍👧 Families are staying connected and engaged
- 🎓 Scholars are celebrating new school milestones
- ⛳ Young people are building confidence through golf
- 🎥 Scholars are exploring creativity through videography
- 🌟 Student achievements are being recognized and celebrated

If you care about youth development, education, and creating meaningful opportunities for Hartford-area students, this issue is worth a read.

👉 Read the latest newsletter: https://legacyfoundationhartford.org/october-newsletter-2026-a-strong-start-to-the-legacy-year/

💙 Your support helps Legacy Foundation of Hartford continue providing academic programs, enrichment experiences, and family engagement for local youth.

10/12/2026

🖤✨ LIMITED TICKETS! DON'T WAIT TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT!

Hartford, get ready for an elegant evening with a powerful purpose!

The Legacy Foundation of Hartford invites you to our annual Little Black Dress Gala: Celebrating Champions of Education!

Join us as we celebrate the people helping create brighter futures for Hartford scholars through academic support, enrichment, and educational opportunities.

🎶 Enjoy live music by the Dwayne Keith Project!

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Infinity Music Hall | Hartford, CT
🎟️ Tickets: $250

✨ Tickets are limited! Purchase early to secure your seat and avoid missing this special celebration.

🎟️ Get your tickets today: bit.ly/LegacyLBD2026

10/08/2026

📘 A Strong Start to the Legacy Year

The 2026–2027 school year is off to a great start at Legacy Foundation of Hartford!

This month, our scholars and families came together for meaningful learning, new experiences, and important milestones across Hartford.

Inside our October newsletter:
📚 Saturday Academy returns for a new year
👨‍👩‍👧 Families connect at our Parent Breakfast
🎓 Scholars celebrate new school milestones
⛳ First Tee Connecticut helps scholars build confidence and focus
🎥 Scholars explore videography with professional videographer Alonzo Beckett
🌟 Katie Chapman and Peyton Senior are honored at Hartford Girls Rock!

Every program helps our scholars build skills, explore new interests, and stay connected to a community that believes in them.
👉 Read the October newsletter: https://info.legacyfoundationhartford.org/newsletter-october-2026
💙 Want to help create more opportunities for Hartford-area youth?

10/06/2026

🎉 Celebrating Our Girls at Hartford Girls Rock!

We’re proud to celebrate Legacy scholars Katie Chapman and Peyton Senior, who were honored at this year’s Hartford Girls Rock! Celebration in Hartford, Connecticut. 🌟

The evening recognized young women for their accomplishments, leadership, and bright futures, and our Legacy girls and staff were proud to be there, showing their support.

Congratulations, Katie and Peyton! 💙 Your hard work and leadership continue to shine, and we’re proud to see you represent Legacy.

10/01/2026

🎥 Capturing Creativity at Legacy!

Our Legacy scholars recently had the opportunity to learn from professional videographer Alonzo Beckett, gaining a firsthand look at the creativity, focus, and technical skills behind great photos and videos.

Experiences like this give scholars more than exposure—they help spark new interests, build confidence, and introduce potential career pathways in media and creative industries.

A special thank you to Alonzo for sharing his time, experience, and knowledge with our scholars! 💙📸

📍 The Legacy Foundation of Hartford
🌐 legacyfoundationhartford.org

09/29/2026

🎉 Saturday Academy is Back!

We were excited to welcome our Legacy scholars back for the first Saturday Academy of the 2026–2027 year! New and returning scholars came together for a morning filled with learning, connection, hands-on activities, and fun.

Saturday Academy gives scholars opportunities to strengthen their academic skills, explore new ideas, build meaningful connections, and experience learning beyond the traditional classroom.

We’re looking forward to an incredible year of academic growth, new experiences, and opportunities for our Legacy scholars! 💙📚

📍 The Legacy Foundation of Hartford | Hartford, CT

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1229 Albany Avenue
Hartford, CT
06112

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