The Clarence and Mary Lee Howard Foundation

04/28/2026

The Clarence and Mary Lee Howard Foundation proudly extends heartfelt congratulations to Jordan Clarke on securing his internship with Evil Geniuses as a Marketing and Operations Intern!

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to open doors and inspire those around you. We are excited to see you grow, lead, and make your mark in such a dynamic industry.

Wishing you continued success on this incredible journey—this is only the beginning!

04/22/2026

🌟 April Spotlight: Honoring Legacy & Excellence 🌟
This month, the Clarence and Mary Lee Howard Foundation is proud to shine the spotlight on one of our own — their great-granddaughter, Kennedy Wayne.
Kennedy represents the strength, resilience, and promise that define the Howard family legacy. As we continue to celebrate the achievements of the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, we are inspired by the ways each new generation carries forward the values of excellence, determination, and community impact.
Join us in celebrating Kennedy Wayne and the bright future she embodies. Your journey makes us proud and reminds us that the foundation laid by Clarence and Mary Lee Howard continues to flourish through you.
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04/07/2026

On behalf of the Clarence and Mary Lee Howard Foundation, we extend our heartfelt congratulations on this incredible achievement. Your dedication, hard work, and perseverance are truly inspiring, and this milestone is well deserved.

We are proud to celebrate this moment with you and look forward to seeing all the amazing things you will continue to accomplish. Wishing you even greater success in the future!

03/17/2026

🌟 March Spotlight Announcement 🌟

For the month of March, the Clarence and Mary Lee Howard Foundation is proud to recognize Debra Berry!

Each month, we will be highlighting an outstanding individual in our community, and we are excited to have Debra as our very first spotlight feature. Her dedication and impact truly set the tone for what this recognition is all about.

Please join us in celebrating Debra Berry and the incredible work she does! 💙

03/16/2026

Last year’s Walk for Ben was filled with so much love, support, and community, and we are still incredibly thankful to everyone who participated. Thank you to every person who showed up, walked, donated, volunteered, and supported us in any way. Your presence helped make the event meaningful and unforgettable.

Because of you, we were able to come together in honor of Ben and be reminded that support, love, and unity go a long way. We are truly grateful.

As we prepare for this year’s Walk for Ben, we are excited and hopeful for another amazing event. We look forward to seeing you all again and continuing this special time of remembrance, community, and purpose together.

Thank you again for being part of this journey with us.

10/29/2025

5K run or 1-mile walk: anywhere, anytime Nov. 27–30.

10/29/2025

🎃 Halloween is just 2 days away, and Yazoo County is gearing up for a night full of family-friendly fun! From trunk-or-treats to haunted houses, there are plenty of places to stop by and enjoy the festivities. Make plans to hit as many events as you can and celebrate Halloween the Yazoo way — full of treats, community, and a little spooky fun! 👻

**Event flyers in comments**

Check out our event calendar year-round for things to do in Yazoo County here: https://visityazoo.org/what-to-do/events/

10/29/2025

Bank of Yazoo is excited to be giving away 20 tickets to Mistletoe Marketplace, one of our favorite seasonal shopping events. For this , there will be 10 winners who will each receive two general admission tickets that can be used on November 6th, 7th, or 8th. Follow the steps below to enter for your chance to WIN!

1. Follow the Bank of Yazoo page.
2. Like this post.
3. Tag one friend/shopping partner in the comments section below.

The winners will be announced on Monday, November 3rd, and they will be notified by our page. Winners must be able to pick up their tickets at the Bank of Yazoo location of their choice (Yazoo City, Flora, Flowood, or Crossgates).



To see the complete sweepstakes rules, please see the comment section below.

09/04/2025

09/04/2025

The Clarence and Mary Lee Howard Foundation is holding the Walk for Ben on Saturday, August 30th in Yazoo City.

08/29/2025

Shoutout to Our Amazing Leaders! 🎉Today, Clem Hutchinson, Executive Director of the Clarence and Mary Lee Howard Foundation, and Debra Berry, Chairwoman for the Walk for Ben, did an outstanding job representing our Walk for Ben Planning Committee!

They were featured live at 3 PM CST on The Lifestyle Show on WLBT Channel 3 this afternoon, sharing our mission and vision for the Walk for Ben.

If you missed it, you can watch the interview here:🔗 Watch the full interviewhttps://www.wlbt.com/2025/08/28/8-28-25-studio-3-full-episode/

📺 WLBT will also replay the interview tomorrow morning at 11 AM CST on WLBT TV 3.

We’re so proud of Clem and Debra for representing our cause with such passion and excellence! 💜