GRANTEE HIGHLIGHT

Lower Pearl River Valley Foundation Supports Local Representation at State Convention

The 127th Annual State Convention of the Mississippi

 Federation of Women's Clubs was held April 24–26 on the Gulf Coast, celebrating more than a century of leadership and service. Members from across Mississippi gathered in Gulfport for impactful meetings, collaborative workshops, and networking opportunities, continuing the organization’s legacy of civic engagement and community betterment.

This year, the Lower Pearl River Valley Foundation provided a grant to ensure local representation from Pearl River County could participate in the convention, giving our community a voice in this important statewide gathering.

"Supporting local representation at the Mississippi Federation of Women’s Clubs State Convention is an investment in leadership and community engagement. We’re proud to help ensure that Pearl River County has a strong voice at the table," said Dr. Pam Thomas, Board Chair of the Lower Pearl River Valley Foundation.

Mr. Clyde Dease, President of the Foundation, added, "This program embodies our mission of empowering individuals and organizations to improve the quality of life in our region. By making participation possible, we’re strengthening connections that benefit our community for years to come."

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Investing in the Future Through STEM

Community of Christians Helping Youth (CCHY): Supporting Local STEM Education
Grantee Highlight – Lower Pearl River Valley Foundation

Community of Christians Helping Youth (CCHY) is a Picayune-based organization that has provided academic support, mentorship, and STEM-focused programming for area youth since 1997. Serving primarily at-risk students, CCHY offers after-school activities, summer camps, and hands-on instruction aimed at building foundational skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Picayune native Roy Acker, the program integrates academic enrichment with environmental learning, including initiatives like tree planting at Snyder Park and the use of a computer lab funded in part by the Lower Pearl River Valley Foundation.

“Programs like CCHY give our youth a chance not just to dream, but to thrive,” said Mr. Clyde Dease, Jr., President & CEO of the Lower Pearl River Valley Foundation.

“We are proud to partner with an organization that aims to uplift and transforms lives,” added Dr. Pam Thomas, Chair of the Foundation’s Board of Directors.

CCHY remains a resource for local students seeking academic support and opportunities to explore STEM-related learning outside the classroom.