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Kwame 
Charitable Foundation

KWAME CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

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Kwame Charitable Foundation Board of Directors
"Thanks for supporting our 3rd Annual GALA."

Board of Directors - Kwame Charitable Foundation

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A Wonderful Mission-Focused Evening

Dr. Donald Suggs is presented the Betty and Jack Thompson Lifetime Achievement Award from 2024 honor
Grant recipient, Antonio Gray, shares his path from high school to college
Kwame team members. Michael McClain, Dr. Tiffanie Toles, Kodey Lane Norful and Gala Speaker, Arriane
Board Chair, Kwame Thompson, reflects on the enduring legacy of his late parents, Betty and Jack Tho
Kwame HR Director, Sonja Lemmie shares the history of the HBCU College Tour
Partner School Highlight - Dr. Angela Clark, President of Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of N
Jason Hearon, a 2025 grant awardee shares his career plans after college

'More Hopeful Futures' Mini-Grant Check Presentation

Congratulations to the awardees of Kwame Charitable Foundation's first mini grant; created to support students and young adults as they navigate life after high school. Dates for the next grant cycle will be announced in 2026. 

About Us

OUR HISTORY

In 2003, compelled to help bright first-generation college students whose academic success was hindered by limited resources, Kim and Tony Thompson established the Kwame Foundation. Now 21 years later, the Foundation has established more than 30 endowed scholarships, while also supporting organizations that help to enhance the educational landscape within this region and throughout the United States.  

Our Mission - 'More Hopeful Futures'

Today, as the philanthropic arm of Kwame Building Group, Inc., Kwame Charitable Foundation strives to change the trajectory of the lives of motivated young adults. College exposure and endowed scholarships are the primary avenues by which we remove barriers that can impede success. We look towards a future that is more hopeful for scholars who deserve of the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Kwame Relief Effort - O'Fallon Neighborhood - May 16th Tornado

Thank You!!

We accomplished our goal of raising funds to support college students at our Partner Schools. We appreciate all attendees, donors, volunteers and well wishers! 


Thankful for Co-Presenting Sponsors AECOM HUNT and CLAYCO, Golf Car Sponsors, Archview Services and Dowd Bennett, Lunch Sponsors, Alterra Worldwide and McCarthy

2025 HBCU TOUR

Kentucky State University - Frankfort, KY

N. Carolina A&T University - Greensboro, NC

N. Carolina A&T University - Greensboro, NC

N. Carolina A&T University - Greensboro, NC

N. Carolina A&T University - Greensboro, NC

N. Carolina A&T University - Greensboro, NC

Morris Brown College - Atlanta, GA

N. Carolina A&T University - Greensboro, NC

Morehouse College - Atlanta, GA

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Clark Atlanta University - Atlanta, GA

Thank You!

We are thankful for every family that entrusted 45 teens to our care, as we visited five historically Black colleges and universities in March 2025.

Thank You All!

It was an inspired evening, as Kathy Osborn was the first recipient of the 'Betty and Jack Thompson Lifetime Achievement Award'. 


Thanks, Presenting Sponsor, Regional Business Council!


Proceeds from the GALA enable us to provide students with 'More Hopeful Futures'.

Our 1st Donor Appreciation Reception - Thank You!

Watch Our Video!

Kwame Charitable Foundation exists to provide

the resources and experiences that enable bright, motivated scholars to thrive and reach their full human potential.  Will you give a Tax-Deductible Contribution TODAY?

"More Hopeful Futures"


Great News: 

We can now accept gifts of STOCK! 

Contact Lydia Huston 314-754-5619



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