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

 

5/15/2012

MCS Teachers Receive Report Cards

By Bill Dries - The Daily News - With the school year almost over, Memphis City Schools teachers have their ... Read more.

 

5/15/2012

New Advocacy Groups Shaking Up Education Field

By Stephen Sawchuk - EDWeek - A new generation of education advocacy groups has emerged to play a formidable political ... Read more.

 

5/10/2012

Memphis schools to get millions in federal funds to boost performance

By Jane Roberts - The Commercial Appeal - Seven Memphis schools will split $14.8 million in federal funds over three ... Read more.

 

Foundation Spotlight

 

Leadership in Action

A spotlight on how emerging leaders in Memphis are making a difference.
 
This article profiles Jen Andrews, Director of Communications for the Shelby Farms Park Conservancy.

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Community Report

We are proud to present the Hyde Family Foundations’ first Report to the Community.

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memphisconnect

Click here to access memphisconnect, a gathering place for diverse city-shaping Memphians to share the opportunities, initiatives and activities that inspire them to make Memphis home.

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