The Herk Foundation

05/21/2026

Thank you to HW Byers K-12 School for welcoming the Herk Foundation to the band’s Spring Music Concert again this year. The musicians sounded fantastic, and kudos to Band Director Turner for his outstanding work and leadership.
Plus, we were excited to share information about the Herk Foundation, the legacy of Fred E. Jones, and our educational initiatives.

05/11/2026

Special thank you to our March for Music - Bronze level sponsor: Pi Alpha Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Their donation directly support our scholarship initiatives and our efforts to continue a legacy of music.


Learn more about our donor at https://www.facebook.com/PiAlphaSigmaofPBS/

05/01/2026

Thank you to the members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated – Pi Alpha Sigma Chapter of Southaven MS for being a Bronze Level Sponsor for the Herk Foundation’s March for Music initiative. Your donation supports a legacy of music, educational initiatives, and scholarships for students in North Mississippi. Thank you again.

Learn more about our donor at https://www.facebook.com/PiAlphaSigmaofPBS/

04/19/2026

DEADLINE APPROACHING!

There’s only 11 days left to submit your application for the Herk Foundation scholarship. We will be awarding $1,000 to a student majoring or minoring in Music and/or Education.

If you’re interested, please visit http://www.herkfoundation.org/ for more information. Applications can be submitted via mail or electronically.

​​​The Herk Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to supporting music education programs in Mississippi. Through scholarships, grants, and opportunities to experience music, the foundation aims...

04/18/2026

Thank you to members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated – Psi Beta Zeta Chapter of Southaven MS for supporting the Herk Foundation’s March for Music initiative. Your donation supports a legacy of music, educational initiatives, and scholarships for students in North Mississippi. Thank you again.

Learn more about our donor at www.southavenzetas1920.org

03/09/2026

The Herk Foundation’s “March for Music” Fundraising Campaign has kicked off as of March 7th. Donate an amount inspired by your favorite organization’s founding year, your birthday, graduation year, etc. (Example: 2008 = $20.08, $200.80, or $2008). However, you are welcome to donate any amount of your choice. These funds will help support our scholarships for high school students.

Visit our website at www.herkfoundation.org to learn more about the March for Music Initiative, www.herkfoundation/march-for-music, and our 2026 Scholarship Applications.

01/19/2026

Come join the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi at the Hustle game on Monday, January 26, as they are honored as the Nonprofit of the Game, with their community partners also being recognized for the impact they make across our region.

Click on the link below to purchase your tickets!
https://hustle.spinzo.com/memphis-hustle-vs-stockton-kings-2026-01-26-JZPZM?group=community-foundation-of-northwest-mississippi-5wah

01/19/2026

Honoring the life, legacy, and leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today. May we continue to serve, uplift, and lead with love, courage, and justice not just today, but every day.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Herk Foundation!

12/02/2025

On this Giving Tuesday, support the Herk Foundation and help us make a greater impact! Every scholarship awarded, every resource provided, and every life touched is made possible because of people like you who believe in our mission.

www.herkfoundation.org/donate
http://www.herkfoundation.org/ways-to-give