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The Burroughs Foundation Founded in 2010 by Tyrone and Nelda Burroughs, The Burroughs Foundation works alongside community le

We’re excited to welcome Michael Hitchcock as our first speaker of the academic year for the Palmer's Executive Speaker ...
09/22/2026

We’re excited to welcome Michael Hitchcock as our first speaker of the academic year for the Palmer's Executive Speaker Series!

The series connects Benedict College students with accomplished business leaders who share real-world experiences, lessons in leadership, and insights into the opportunities and challenges shaping today’s business world.

We’re looking forward to kicking off another great year of conversations that inspire, challenge, and help prepare the next generation of leaders.

Welcome, Michael, and thank you for helping us start this new series strong! 👏🏾

💜 Happy 901 Day, Memphis! 💚Today, we celebrate the city we’re proud to call home and the people who make the 901 so spe...
09/01/2026

💜 Happy 901 Day, Memphis! 💚

Today, we celebrate the city we’re proud to call home and the people who make the 901 so special.

Our love for Memphis is at the heart of our work. By investing in students, supporting educators, developing future leaders, and creating opportunities, we’re working toward a stronger Memphis for generations to come.

Here’s to our students, teachers, families, businesses, neighborhoods, and everyone working each day to make our city better.

We love the 901, and we’re proud to invest in its future! 💙

As we close our Burroughs Scholars Post-Graduate Highlights series, we are proud to recognize Laquon Gibson as he begins...
08/20/2026

As we close our Burroughs Scholars Post-Graduate Highlights series, we are proud to recognize Laquon Gibson as he begins his professional career as an Assistant Program Officer with the Local Initiatives Support Corporation.

Laquon's commitment to serving communities reflects the values of leadership, service, and excellence that define the Burroughs Scholars Program. We are excited to see him use his talents to create meaningful impact while helping strengthen communities.

Congratulations to Laquon and to all of our 2026 Burroughs Scholars graduates! Whether continuing their education or launching their careers, we know each of you will continue to lead, serve, and make a difference.

Your next chapter is just beginning, and we couldn't be more proud. 💙💚💜💛

🎓 Burroughs Scholars on the Move 🎓Congratulations to Asia Cooper on her post-graduate journey!Asia will attend the Unive...
08/13/2026

🎓 Burroughs Scholars on the Move 🎓

Congratulations to Asia Cooper on her post-graduate journey!

Asia will attend the University of South Carolina to pursue a Master of Business Administration in International Business.

Asia continues to represent the leadership, excellence, and purpose of the Burroughs Scholars Program. We are excited to see where this next chapter takes her! 👏🏾

Recognizing International Youth Day!We believe investing in young people means investing in stronger families, stronger ...
08/13/2026

Recognizing International Youth Day!

We believe investing in young people means investing in stronger families, stronger communities, and a brighter future.

Our goal is to help students access more opportunities to reach their full potential, whether that's providing scholarships, leadership development, educational partnerships, or supporting educators.

We all have a role to play. Mentor a student, support a school, volunteer, or simply encourage a young person.

Let’s keep supporting, encouraging, and creating opportunities for the next generation of leaders. Learn more and partner with us!

🎓 Burroughs Scholars on the Move 🎓Congratulations to Leah Brock as she begins her next chapter!Leah will continue her ed...
08/06/2026

🎓 Burroughs Scholars on the Move 🎓

Congratulations to Leah Brock as she begins her next chapter!

Leah will continue her education at the University of South Carolina, where she will pursue a Master of Business Administration.

We are proud to celebrate her dedication to academic and professional growth. Congratulations, Leah — your future is bright! ✨

We couldn't be more proud of our founder, Mr. Tyrone Burroughs. His message reflects not only his entrepreneurial journe...
08/05/2026

We couldn't be more proud of our founder, Mr. Tyrone Burroughs. His message reflects not only his entrepreneurial journey but also the mission that guides our organization every day.

Thank you to the Memphis Regional Chamber, the Small Business Council, Independent Bank, and The Society of Entrepreneurs for the opportunity to inspire and equip the next generation of business leaders.
We are grateful to see Mr. Burroughs' message continue to encourage others to build with purpose, lead with integrity, and create opportunities that strengthen our communities.

As students and teachers across Memphis and Shelby County begin a new school year, we’re sending our very best wishes fo...
08/03/2026

As students and teachers across Memphis and Shelby County begin a new school year, we’re sending our very best wishes for a year filled with learning, growth, and success.

🍎 ICYMI: Teacher Mini-Grant Shopping Day! 32 outstanding Memphis-Shelby County Schools - MSCS educators enjoyed a shopping spree at The Knowledge Tree to purchase classroom supplies and materials for this school year. This is what our mission looks like in action: supporting teachers, investing in students, and helping create stronger classrooms across our community.

Wishing all teachers, students, families, and school staff a wonderful first day of school! 🎒✨

🎓 Burroughs Scholars on the Move 🎓Congratulations to Monelle Sherwood on her exciting post-graduate plans! 💜💛💚Monelle wi...
07/28/2026

🎓 Burroughs Scholars on the Move 🎓

Congratulations to Monelle Sherwood on her exciting post-graduate plans! 💜💛💚

Monelle will attend the University of South Carolina to pursue a Master of Science in Business Analytics.

👏🏾 Her next step reflects the excellence, drive, and commitment that define our Burroughs Scholars. We are so proud of you, Monelle, and look forward to seeing the impact you will make! 👏🏾

🎓 Burroughs Scholars on the Move 🎓 We are proud to kick off our Burroughs Scholars Post-Graduate Highlights series by ce...
07/21/2026

🎓 Burroughs Scholars on the Move 🎓

We are proud to kick off our Burroughs Scholars Post-Graduate Highlights series by celebrating Navaud Guscott and his new chapter. 💛💜💚

Navaud will continue his studies at Columbia University where he will pursue a Master of Science in Applied Analytics. His achievement reflects the excellence, ambition, and leadership at the heart of the Burroughs Scholars Program.

👏🏾 Join us as we continue to highlight our recent graduates and celebrate where their hard work is taking them next. Congratulations, Navaud! We are so proud of you! 👏🏾

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