W.K. Kellogg Foundation: News Releases

Americans overwhelmingly support doubling food stamp value at farmers markets

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:25:00 GMT

Three-quarters of Americans support a nationwide program to double the value of SNAP benefits (formerly food stamps) when used at farmers markets, according to a recent survey commissioned by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

Education leaders share solutions for providing quality education to nation’s most vulnerable children

Fri, 04 May 2012 16:44:00 GMT

Declaring that America’s schools “are still in trouble,” NBC News Education Correspondent Rehema Ellis moderated an education session at the W. K. Kellogg Foundation’s America Healing conference last week that discussed the barriers that many vulnerable children face in public schools across the country.

Unexplored history, economic realities and demographic trends underscore need for racial healing

Fri, 04 May 2012 16:03:00 GMT

As the United States continues to wrestle with racial inequities, research on the past, present and future is providing insight into how a dialogue on racial healing can ensure an equitable economic recovery for vulnerable children and their families across diverse communities.

Online giving challenge raises more than $2.2 million for nonprofits serving communities of color

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:32:00 GMT

Twenty-two nonprofit organizations participating in the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s “Cultures of Giving Donor Challenge” raised more than $2.2 million over 10 days, demonstrating the power of online giving.

Journalists at W.K. Kellogg Foundation convening acknowledge mistakes in coverage of race-related events and issues

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 21:09:00 GMT

A panel of esteemed journalists today acknowledged the shortcomings of media coverage as it relates to vulnerable youths and people of color, as well as the images frequently projected by the nation’s entertainment industry.

Harry Belafonte calls on America to heal its racial wounds and regain its status as a moral compass for the world

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:45:00 GMT

Declaring that America has lost its “moral purpose,” entertainer and civil rights pioneer, Harry Belafonte, yesterday called on the nation to embrace healing as a way to end racial strife and unify behind a movement to bring racial equity to communities.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation hosts New Orleans convening to promote racial healing in communities

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:02:00 GMT

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is hosting a four-day convening with the nation’s leading civil rights, social justice and community leaders to engage participants in a collaborative process toward moving America from a “racialized democracy” to a more inclusive one.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation names Carla D. Thompson as Vice President for Program Strategy

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Most comprehensive review of dental therapists worldwide shows they provide effective dental care to millions of children

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:01:00 GMT

The report reviews the history and practice of dental therapists in 54 countries ranging from the United States to the United Kingdom to Malaysia. Five of the top six countries on the Human Development Index -- the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia and the Netherlands -- employ dental therapists in their oral health workforce.

Childhood Obesity journal celebrates second anniversary of Let’s Move!

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

A special issue of Childhood Obesity celebrates the second anniversary of Let’s Move! with contributions from First Lady Obama, Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, NFL quarterback Drew Brees, health professionals and youth.

Sharnita C. Johnson joins the W.K. Kellogg Foundation

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 11:19:00 GMT

Sharnita C. Johnson has joined the Kellogg Foundation as a program officer. Johnson is experienced in serving the needs of vulnerable youth in Detroit and will apply her insights and expertise to help lead collaborative and place-based work there.

New report identifies key elements for improving oral health quality

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:01:00 GMT

A new report funded by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and the DentaQuest Institute outlines an approach to expand the oral health quality improvement effort through data collection, accountability and new ways of delivering oral health care.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation applauds Tavis Smiley’s “Remaking America: From Poverty to Prosperity” event

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation was pleased to support Tavis Smiley’s “Remaking America: From Poverty to Prosperity” event and panel discussion on Thursday, Jan. 12.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation issues new study showing demographic changes in giving

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation released a new report, “Cultures of Giving: Energizing and Expanding Philanthropy by and for Communities of Color” with support from Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors.

Community members share insights and knowledge about vulnerable children in W.K. Kellogg Foundation 2011 annual report

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:21:00 GMT

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation announces publication of its 2011 annual report, entitled “Who Knows What: Understanding Vulnerable Children.” The curated, newspaper-style report features many of the community voices that surround and know something about vulnerable children: a teacher, banker, grandmother, chief of pediatrics, businessman, mother, child policy advocate, food services director and more. It also summarizes the foundation's new grantmaking commitments of $306 million for the fiscal year.

Michigan early childhood funders statement on Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge winners

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:38:00 GMT

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation, The Kresge Foundation and The Skillman Foundation applaud Michigan’s Early Learning efforts.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation applauds Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge winners

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 11:39:00 GMT

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation congratulates states on winning the Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge competition.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation names Celeste A. Clark as new trustee at annual meeting

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation today announced the election of a Celeste A. Clark as a new trustee to its board of directors, a new board chair, as well as re-election of its trustees and officers during its annual meeting.

Dr. Gail Christopher wins distinguished award from the Schott Foundation for Public Education

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:55:00 GMT

Dr. Gail C. Christopher, vice president for program strategy for the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, today was awarded the 2011 “Change Agent Award” by the Schott Foundation for Public Education. Dr. Christopher was honored for her work in addressing structural racism in America, including efforts to improve education and reduce health inequities for children of color.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation commits $3 million in fresh food financing for local food enterprises

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:35:00 GMT

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation announced a $3 million commitment to provide capital for financing retail, production, processing and distribution of fresh food to reach lower-income communities in Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico and New Orleans. The capital will be made available through the foundation’s mission-driven investment work in partnership with NCB Capital Impact (Capital Impact) of Arlington, Va., a Community Development Financial Institution.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation launches new look

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:58:00 GMT

Vibrant, warm orange silhouettes and banners illuminate the entrance of One Michigan Avenue East today as the W.K. Kellogg Foundation introduces its new visual identity. To mark the occasion, all WKKF employees are participating in a daylong training called MyWKKF Day. Along with a new logo, logotype and color palette, the foundation is introducing a new tagline: W.K. Kellogg Foundation, A Partner with Communities Where Children Come First™ . The new look and feel for WKKF represents the culmination of a multi-year process of strategic change for the foundation.

Study of oral health on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation Shows rampant dental disease -- 90 percent suffer tooth decay

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Forty percent of children and nearly 60 percent of adults on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota suffer from moderate to urgent dental needs, including infections and other problems that could be life-threatening, according to a study released today at the 68th annual National Congress of American Indians conference being held in Portland.

New survey: Majority of Americans support mid-level dental provider to expand access to dental care

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:01:00 GMT

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. – Millions of Americans cannot find affordable dental care in their communities and many want to explore mid-level providers as a way to improve their access to needed oral health care, according to a national survey released today by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

Alaska’s dental therapists combat widespread oral disease, bringing preventive dental care to children and families

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:48:00 GMT

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control finds that oral health disease in Alaska Native children is rampant. As the Institute of Medicine reported in June, oral disease is at epidemic proportions across the

New report highlights Peace Corps Volunteers role in shaping our world

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT

According to a new report released today by Civic Enterprises and the National Peace Corps Association, in anticipation of the 50th anniversary of the Peace Corps, ninety-three percent of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers believe that the Peace Corps has improved the perceptions of the United States globally.