MB Foundation

06/17/2026

We are here to create experiences and provide support where needed. 2026 has already been a fantastic year. If you missed it, here's the list:
1. Scholarships (4) across 3 school districts
2. Prom tickets & attire for several disadvantaged students (Super cool to see the attire they bought and experience received)
3. OTHS boys/girls tennis sponsor (Awesome new uniforms!)
4. OTHS Tennis Hall of Fame signage (All Sectional & State qualifiers)
5. Distribution of Memory Boxes to area families that have lost a child too soon. (Thank you Lindsey Wulfing for coordinating all these, they're awesome and so meaningful to recipients!)
6. KSBH financial partner for their new location in Belleville (The Farm, just south of Belleville West HS... Karla Smith Behavioral Health is doing GREAT things!)
7. Partnership with Silver Creek Area CEO (An awesome, and intense, HS program that cultivates our next group of leaders!)

Your financial support has made this possible and we very much appreciate everyone's ability to donate and make a difference in the lives of so many teenagers:

make your impact today! By Mail Make checks payable to: Pershing LLCFBO MB Foundation Mail to:Northwestern MutualAttn: Mike Brady101 S Hanley Rd, Ste 1900Clayton, MO   63105 EIN Number: 32-0758288

06/14/2026

After a year of dreaming, strategizing, & planning...Boys/Girls Pickleball is coming to OTHS this Fall!

06/12/2026

"We Reflect what we Project." Make every day count.

06/04/2026

📣CALLING ALL GIVERS!

Want a quick and easy way to make a HUGE impact FAST!
🚜*****JOIN OUR FARM GIFT CARD FUNDING FRENZY ****

1. Purchase a Digital Gift card at Menards, the link is below, and have it emailed to [email protected]

https://www.menards.com/main/gift-cards/menards-reg-egift-card/9033679/p-1642874254335002-c-3410.htm'

WAYS we will put your tax deductible GIFTS TO IMMEDIATE USE!

💲$25.00 will purchase garden w**d barrier
💲$50.00 purchases 2 plants for our front landscape entry (We need 30 plants!)
💲$100.00 purchases 1/5th of our backyard patio pavers - ($500 buys them all😉
💲$250 purchases a window for the Art Barn! ($1,000 buys them all!)
💲$500 purchases 2 doors!
💲$1,000 purchases our lumber

EVERY DOLLAR HAS A PURPOSE, and we've chosen our MOST AFFORDABLE local retailer to procure these items.

Will you help us? Please share with your friends!

Every Step Forward...
Karla Smith Behavioral Health

05/29/2026

Attention Volunteers:
MB needs adult volunteers to finish up some easy projects at the new KSBH Farm on 6/6. Sign up today:

Volunteer

05/28/2026

St. Louis is taking notice too!

A Metro East facility helping those who deal with mental health is set to move forward with their care by relocating to an old farmhouse from the 19th century.

05/27/2026

Karla Smith Behavioral Health is bringing their 20yr+ vision to life!
https://www.bnd.com/news/local/community/belleville/article315857366.html?link_source=ta_first_comment&taid=6a157ae2c6ff4c0001fed95d&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwdGRjcASDycJjbGNrBIPJuWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHstJ1AdigUpI_PKo33SKltBwmE44sbMNhRFtkY8ASkn7kDT9t9N9MouzWEiY_aem_qQ0zsjFgzUE6z_FPVP4IYg

Karla Smith Behavioral Health is named after a 26-year-old college student with bipolar disorder who died by su***de in 2003.

05/16/2026

These kids have inspired US this year!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1aGpVw4Jsq/

Our next graduation took place this afternoon at Lebanon High School. While Collin Adams was our lone student from Lebanon this year, he had absolutely no problem making quick connections. Collin has one of the biggest hearts, and so much of his reflection focused on the people who impacted him along the way and the importance of knowing your “why.”

When reflecting on his most impactful CEO experience, Collin shared that hearing from Kory C Best and learning about the MB Foundation—created in memory of Kory’s daughter, Maddie Best, left a lasting impression on him.

“The most impactful experience I’ve had this year was definitely the MB Foundation. How Kory took such a tragedy and made something good out of it is really inspiring. Hearing his story made me rethink my why. Why am I pushing for my business? What is keeping me going? He was a true inspiration.”

Collin also spoke about the impact his mentor, Cody Whitworth, had on his journey this year.

“He is my appointed mentor and he has helped tremendously. He knows pricing, taxes, community, customer service, etc. He is the real deal. I definitely wouldn’t be where I’m at without him.”

As he closed out his reflection, Collin expressed gratitude for the many people who supported him throughout the year, but especially for the relationships built within the class itself.

“This class has formed bonds that I never want to lose. These are the people that I want to be around after I graduate, growing as adults and business owners together. I love this class with my whole heart.”

After graduation, Collin plans to attend SWIC for his first two years before transferring to SIU-E to complete his final two years. We are proud of you, Collin, and excited to see where your journey leads next.

05/15/2026

Your connections matter! Please share to attract the best applicant as the expansion continues 💜

We're hiring! 🌿

Karla Smith Behavioral Health is looking for a Clinical Director to help lead our next chapter.

As we've been sharing many updates about of late, we're expanding into our new home, KSBH at The Farm, and we need an experienced clinical leader to help make it everything it can be.

We work with adolescents, young adults, and families. We're looking for someone who has deep experience with these populations, strong supervisory skills, and the ability to turn ideas into action alongside our Executive Director.

If you or someone you know is a licensed clinical professional (LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent) with 5+ years of post-licensure experience and a passion for collaborative, innovative behavioral healthcare, we want to hear from you.

Learn more and apply here: https://karlasmithbehavioralhealth.org/open-positions/

Please share! The right person might be in your network. 💛

05/13/2026

What an absolute joy it was to be able to send 4 kids to Prom this year & let them go shopping for their attire on us! This is what it's all about ❤️