tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64801702266246534072024-12-19T01:08:22.234-05:00The Warford Foundation, Inc BlogThe Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.comBlogger101125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-10851504758500283102017-09-23T15:18:00.001-04:002017-09-23T15:19:25.552-04:00Discrimination Against Emotional Support AnimalsThis is a transcript of the complaint our CEO and Founder Parthenia Warford Richardson filed against Safeway grocery store Brandywine, Maryland to their headquarters on September 20, 2017.
I am a 20yr Army Retired Disabled Veteran and Permanently Disabled from working, as a result of some of my disabilities I have an Emotional Support Dog (3lb Yorkie Princess). I have a letter from medical The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-52273908615554068182016-04-12T17:13:00.001-04:002016-04-12T17:14:45.430-04:00Unlocking the Secret of Living a Generous Life It's no secret that The Warford Foundation, Inc is very nontraditional in their mission, and giving practices; but this is a must listen interview! Parthenia Warford, CEO and Founder opens up to Michael Chatman, The Michael Chatman Giving Show in April 7, 2016 interview revealing why she will give her last to sow into her community or anyone in need. LISTEN Unlocking the Secret of Living a The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-11999759721255603632016-03-26T19:47:00.001-04:002016-03-26T19:48:49.971-04:00The Warford Foundation, Inc BeautyBrainsBelief™ Organic Community Garden 2016 Phase 1The Warford Foundation, Inc BeautyBrainsBelief™ Organic Community Garden 2016 Phase 1, in the absence of volunteers Parthenia hired two contractors to clean out the garden beds we used last year. They were also contracted to assemble the greenhouse purchased over the Winter, total cost today $350.00 paid from her personal funds.
As you see her backyard has plenty of room to support her The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-90253739440602866752016-03-02T06:05:00.001-05:002016-03-02T06:06:00.273-05:00Open Letter - Parthenia Warford, CEOOPEN LETTER - Testimony from Parthenia Warford, CEO/Founder, The Warford Foundation, Inc.
I received the message in the last paragraph last night after waking from my day of infusion treatment, but it had me so moved that I couldn't answer her until now.
A little back story: I live in DC Metro Area since being stationed here in 1998, I retired February 2002 after 20yrs in the Army here The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-85084088244213217032015-11-04T12:31:00.001-05:002015-11-04T12:36:35.406-05:00VOTE L'Oréal 2015 Woman of Worth - Schinnell LeakeSchinnell Leake
As a mother, Schinnell Leake knows how important it is for her children to feel confident and have self-worth. After learning that more than 2,000 children live in homeless shelters throughout the Washington, D.C. area, Schinnell decided to form Extra-Ordinary Birthdays, the only organization of its kind in the capital that throws individualized birthday parties for homeless The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-53857625737012186862015-09-11T10:26:00.001-04:002015-09-11T10:26:38.747-04:00Reflections on September 11, 2011Open letter from our CEO and Founder, Parthenia Warford, US Army Retired
Some don't know that 14yrs ago today, I almost lost my life in the Pentagon on 9/11. I was getting my retirement physical from the Army at Ft Myer (a rock throw from the Pentagon) if the lab tech not been late for work, I would have been in the office where the plane hit the Pentagon and killed my mentor and many more. So The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-25056120489746221132015-08-20T16:37:00.001-04:002015-08-20T16:37:34.838-04:00Open Letter from Parthenia Warford, CEO & FounderThis is an open letter Parthenia Warford our CEO & Founder wrote last night to single mothers.
As I get ready to call it a night, I want to take a moment as a former Teen Mom and now Single Mom to my two amazing adult daughter's to say children don't ask to be born. Once you become a parent, it is your duty to raise your children in a manner that allows them to exceed all the opportunities The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-31563999137630046022015-05-24T23:24:00.001-04:002015-05-26T11:42:19.906-04:00Parthenia Warford Best Community LeaderWe want to ensure Parthenia Warford, CEO and Founder, The Warford Foundation, Inc is nominated for Steve Harvey Neighborhood Award of Best Community Leader, Wednesday, May 27, 2014 nominate from 6am to 6pm EST online https://www.neighborhoodawards.com/. She has dedicated her time, and money from permanent disability income to the amelioration of single mother families through various The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-13228020916403822942015-04-20T16:58:00.001-04:002015-04-20T16:58:41.360-04:00BeautyBrainsBelief™ Mentoring Conference, Saturday, May 9, 2015We are looking for single mother families with children ages 8 to 18 in the DC metro area to participate in our FREE BeautyBrainsBelief™ Mentoring Conference, Saturday, May 9, 2015 9am to 4pm, Clarion Hotel, 6400 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD.
The first 25 families that register will be eligible to participate in our Organic Community Garden Project as well.
Additionally, single mothers The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-30256993368588408822015-02-18T05:47:00.001-05:002015-02-18T05:48:14.219-05:00Marvin Jones, New York Jets Retired Football Player Mentoring Children We are excited to announce Marvin Jones, New York Jets retired football player will be mentoring children (grades 6-12) of our single mother families attending BeautyBrainsBelief™ Mentoring Conference May 9, 2015. The first 25 families to enroll in BeautyBrainsBelief™ Mentoring Program will attend our conference for free, applications must be postmarked by March 30, 2015.
Marvin The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-67755648142956909422015-02-11T17:23:00.001-05:002015-02-11T17:54:15.289-05:00One Billion Rising Global Campaign To End Violence Against Women
One Billion Rising Global Campaign To End Violence Against Women
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FIRST WOMEN #VETSRISING SET FOR WASHINGTON D.C. ON VDAY
Operation 2.2 Million Raises Awareness About Military Rape, Sexual Assault, Military Justice Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. --  An initiative titled, Operation 2.2 Million, signifying the nation’s more than 2 million women veterans at large, The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-10030895411900909252015-01-12T13:13:00.001-05:002015-01-13T06:19:27.980-05:00Carrie Lambert, Volunteer of the Year 2014We are elated to announce that one of our own Carrie Lambert, Vice President for Special Events and Community Relations was selected by Black Celebrity Giving (BCG) as one of three finalist to compete for 2014 Volunteer of the Year! This is BCG 4th Annual Awards, as you may or may not remember we won Best Nonprofit in the Southeast Region for 2012.
Please take a few minutes to #VOTE for Carrie The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-9151633059700989602015-01-04T16:15:00.001-05:002015-01-04T16:17:00.451-05:00Stuart Scott, Dies of Cancer at 49This story broke my heart, I cried today because just like Stuart Scott, I'm battling my several severe chronic illnesses with every ounce in my body for my two daughters, Moma and Dad.
Everyday I push myself to find away to help make a single mom family easier; I've been there and done that! God has shown me my purpose it is to give back purely to single mom families (including military widows)The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-10228421519948347832014-12-28T12:59:00.001-05:002014-12-28T13:29:39.738-05:00End of 2014 Fundraising EffortEnd of 2014 Fundraising Effort
We are seeking End of 2014 donations to help fund our Project Impact Scholar and BeautyBrainsBelief™ Mentoring Programs as well as annual BeautyBrainsBelief™ Mentoring Conference.
Our CEO and Founder, Parthenia Warford has funded 98% of all activities since being founded in 2009 using her limited permanent disability income. She has often done without herself The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-27395488877673449812014-12-27T20:29:00.001-05:002014-12-27T20:29:29.109-05:00Happy Holidays from The Warford Foundation, IncDear Friends and Supporters:
On behalf of the Board of Directors, and Staff of The Warford Foundation Inc, we would like to wish you and your family a happy holiday. During this time of year we reflect on the blessing of having friends and family that continue to bring joy and happiness to our lives.
We are thankful to have you as part of our‎ family and we sincerely appreciate your The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-58126145164670080512014-12-09T19:51:00.001-05:002014-12-09T20:01:01.211-05:00Why Can't Women Get Along? Oh Wait, They Can! Sisterhood With Anana Leeke, Annie Fox & Parthenia Warford (Original article & Podcast was 12/2013)
Another excellent episode where we dispel the myth that women can’t get along. Why? Because, while women may have their issues with one another, they actually do get along quite well.
Joining the Team this week, Ananda Leeke of DigitalSisterhood, Annie Fox, and Parthenia Warford of The Warford Foundation, Inc discuss their work with girls and The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-3786839255662081612014-12-02T12:18:00.001-05:002014-12-02T12:20:33.229-05:00GivingTuesday - DONATE TO The Warford Foundation, Inc Dear Friends,
TODAY IS THE DAY YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
A few years ago the United Nations started a movement to focus on giving to and serving the community. GIVING TUESDAY was born!
The hope is that we will take a moment to donate our time, expertise and money to causes that help others.
So today please consider giving to or donating your time to a local organization. We would love for you toThe Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-13841920943035980882014-10-22T10:27:00.001-04:002014-10-22T19:18:37.150-04:00New Partnership Alive JuicesWe are excited about our partnership with Alive Juices, if you have not heard of them take a look they have cleansing and weight loss plus many more. When placing an order please use this link http://www.alivejuices.com/?aff=21 and we will receive a donation from each order.Even our CEO and Founder Parthenia Warford is working with our dietitian to find the perfect juice to aid The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-1412620663868808682014-10-09T09:31:00.001-04:002014-10-15T17:23:04.085-04:00#LashesNLemonade Veteran's Day Charity Event, November 9-11, 2014We are very humbled to announce #LashesNLemonade, Veterans Day Charity Event, November 9-11, 2014 from 9:30am to 6:30pm in Clinton, Maryland 20735.  It will be a day of pampering for Women Veterans, Active Duty Women, Military Spouses, Military Widows, all services provided by Ms. Kobe Ellis, Owner of EBK Beauty, Jacksonville, FL. Kobe will provide deeply discounted eyelash, eyebrow servicesThe Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-88385737832352418472014-10-07T17:13:00.001-04:002014-10-07T17:15:59.173-04:00Hazel Ware, High School Junior & TWF Intern
Hazel Ware is a Principal’s Honor high school student registered in a Science and Tech Program as well as a dual enrollment program at a local college.  Hazel was academically skipped twice.  As a result, she started high school at age 12.  Hazel is also enrolled at the Hope Chinese School since 2012, where she is learning to speak Mandarin.  Additionally, Hazel is an The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-52316557723676345502014-09-11T23:03:00.001-04:002014-09-11T23:04:13.142-04:00Open Letter from Parthenia, CEO/FounderToday is 9/11 for those that have not heard my story, I thank God for allowing me to be here today living my purpose through The Warford Foundation, Inc.
September 11, 2001, I was on active duty in the Army stationed at the Pentagon however, this particular morning I was next door at Fort Myers getting my retirement physical. I remember being very upset because the lab tech was late which meant IThe Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-22185039583675472032014-08-29T07:30:00.001-04:002014-08-29T07:31:34.223-04:00EBK Salon Partners with BeautyBrainsBelief™ Mentoring ProgramANNOUNCEMENT: EBK Salon Jacksonville, FL partnered with The Warford Foundation, Inc. #BeautyBrainsBelief™ Mentoring Program. They specialize in Hair Weaves and Extensions, Eyelash Extensions, Skin Care, Threading, Body Waxing, Hair Styling, and Custom Wigs.
Stay tuned for details on charity events in Washington, DC area and Jacksonville, FL locations by following EBK Salon and TWF The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-35285887721339350962014-08-01T20:29:00.001-04:002014-08-01T20:30:41.504-04:00Birthday Wishes to Carrie M. Warford, Board of Directors, President, The Warford Foundation, Inc Happy 77th birthday to the amazing woman who not only gave me life, but you are my Mother, Best Friend For life, the Sister I never had, my rock, and air beneath my wings. Thank you for serving as The Warford Foundation, Inc, Board of Directors President, I thank God for you everyday Moma, because of your unconditional love and unwavering support I was able to raise two beautiful daughters of my The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-46217144546651244942014-06-15T18:52:00.001-04:002015-06-21T12:11:31.756-04:00Father's Day Salute - Jemahl WarfordToday is Father's Day, Sunday, June 15, 2014 and I would like to highlight my baby brother Jemahl Warford as Father of the Year! You see I am an only girl of 5 brothers who has watched all her brothers grow up and 4 out of 5 become fathers. Also to note is I raised my 2 now adult daughters as a singlemom, all but 3 years of their lives when I was married.
Therefore, I am writing thisThe Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6480170226624653407.post-8635996904595193082014-05-08T21:08:00.001-04:002014-05-08T21:24:39.093-04:00Watch our BeautyBrainsBelief Mentoring Conference via LiveStreamSingle mother & military widow families please join us THIS Saturday, May 10th from 4 to 8pm for our #Free #BeautyBrainsBelief Mentoring Conference via #LiveStream. We have 48 single mother families participating in person, but also wanted to allow those who missed the deadline to register a chance to watch it Live as well. Here is the link to watch Beauty Brains Belief Mentoring The Warford Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01175538183509408591noreply@blogger.com0