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Through our support of innovative programs and dynamic leaders, the Hyde Family Foundations are committed to helping Memphis become one of the great American cities of the 21st century. We're a catalyst for change, working to inspire success and achieve community goals in three areas of focus:

Transforming Education
Positioning Authentic Assets
Strengthening Neighborhoods

Our Focus

 

Transforming Education

At the Hyde Family Foundations, our mission when it comes to education is simple: We are about closing the achievement gap. Period. Read more.

 

Positioning Authentic Assets

Building a world-class, 21st century city is at the heart of the work we do. Read More.

 

Strengthening Neighborhoods

Strong neighborhoods are the building blocks of any world-class city. It’s at the neighborhood level where the most fundamental and meaningful changes take place, where creative innovations and imaginative entrepreneurs prosper. Read more.

 

News &
Knowledge Center

 

3/8/2010

Race to Top Enters Home Stretch With 16 Finalists

March 8, 2010 - Education Week By Michele McNeil and Lesli A. Maxwell When 16 finalists come to Washington next ...Read more.

 

3/2/2010

Playground Brightens Up Shelby Farms

By Mearl Purvis - Fox News Memphis Tuesday, March 2, 2010 Memphis, Tn - Shelby Farms is one step closer ...Read more.

 

2/27/2010

Ballet Memphis to perform at Kennedy Center

By Christopher Blank - The Commercial Appeal February 27, 2010 Ballet Memphis will take a slice of Tennessee music and ...Read more.

 

Foundation Spotlight

 

2009 Community Report

We are proud to present the Hyde Family Foundations’ first Report to the Community. The report has detailed information on our programs and partners. Read more.

 

Smart City Webcast

July 1, 2009 "School's Out For Summer" An interview with The New Teacher Project's Tim Daly on their new report, "The Widget Effect." Read more.

 

Leadership in Action

A spotlight on how emerging leaders in Memphis are making a difference.  This article profiles Ekundayo Bandele, Founder and Creative Director of Hattiloo Theatre.Read more.