The R. Whittington Foundation

07/17/2026

When drinking water, never forget the person who dug the well.

Some people don’t just build success, they build people.

They open doors.
They share wisdom.
They create opportunities.
They plant trees whose shade they may never sit under.

Today, we celebrate one of those people.

Happy Birthday to a man whose legacy is measured not only by what he’s accomplished, but by the lives he’s impacted. May Yahweh continue to bless you abundantly. Happy Birthday, Rickey (The Quiet Storm of St. Louis)! 🎂🎉

07/17/2026

When drinking water, never forget the person who dug the well.

Some people don’t just build success, they build people.

They open doors.
They share wisdom.
They create opportunities.
They plant trees whose shade they may never sit under.

Today, we celebrate one of those people.

Happy Birthday to a man whose legacy is measured not only by what he’s accomplished, but by the lives he’s impacted. May Yahweh continue to bless you abundantly. Happy Birthday, Rickey (The Quiet Storm of St. Louis)! 🎂🎉

04/07/2026

Solving systemic barriers takes more than just awareness, it takes strategic investment.
We are actively seeking corporate and philanthropic partners to help scale our Workforce and Education pillars in St. Louis. Join us in bridging the gap.📈

11/27/2025

Great news, St. Louis!
has officially served out of all food for today and we are so grateful for the community showing up the way you did.
But the work doesn’t stop here.
In collaboration with and , we want to make sure no one is turned away and no one goes without a Thanksgiving meal today.

👉🏽 The Jayson Tatum Foundation still has PLENTY of hot meals ready by
👉🏽 Open seating is available right now
👉🏽 All are welcome families, college students, seniors, tornado-impacted families, and anyone needing a warm place to eat
Please head over to the Jayson Tatum Foundation’s Thanksgiving STL Dinner at Third Degree Glass Factory.

We’re working together to make sure the entire community is fed and supported today.

11/15/2025

🦃✨ Holiday Fest Turkey Drive 2025 ✨🦃

As we enter this season of gratitude, we are honored to bless our community with love, warmth, and a nourishing holiday meal. ❤️

Join the R. Whittington Foundation and Friendly Temple Church on Saturday, November 22, 2025, as we come together in the spirit of giving. It’s more than a meal kit — it’s a reminder that God’s love flows through each act of kindness we share.

Whether you’re serving, supporting, or receiving, we welcome you with open arms and grateful hearts. Let’s uplift one another and make this Thanksgiving season brighter for families across St. Louis. 🍂🙏

📍Friendly Temple Church — 5515 Dr Martin Luther King Dr, St. Louis, MO
🕗 Volunteers: 8 AM | 🕙 Event: 10 AM

We give God all the glory!🙏🏽

02/08/2025

We are excited to share that over the span of 15 years the R. Whittington Foundation has just donated its 30th set of washers and dryers to St. Louis City/ Jefferson County (grades K-5) elementary schools! This impactful donation also includes care packages filled with a 6-month supply of detergent and softener, fresh school uniforms, personal hygiene items, and essential school supplies.

This generous gift not only promotes hygiene but also alleviates the burden on schools to provide additional uniforms and manage laundry needs. Check out this testimonial from one of the impacted parents:

“I was really in need of clean clothes for my family and Mrs. Hibbler did not hesitate to invite us to bring some things to the school to be washed. This was a big help and lifted some weight off our shoulders. Thank you guys for going the extra mile for us. We appreciate it.”

With access to these washers and dryers, staff can focus more on education and support rather than on facility challenges. Clean clothes boost children’s confidence and dignity, helping to reduce bullying and empower them to thrive in their learning environment. Together, we’re making a difference—one washer and dryer at a time! In everything we do we give God all of the glory and remember, LOVE WINS!🙏🏽

12/25/2024

12/23/2024