The depth and breadth of the offerings and benefit of Legacy Education and Community Empowerment Foundation, Inc. surpass many other foundations that have as their goal to improve the well-fare and overall well-being of students. I especially appreciate that Legacy incorporates the entire community in which these students live, learn, and labor to lead. As a retired school and district-level administrator, the development of the total child has been my top priority. Legacy invests not only in the academic achievement of its students but in their development and empowerment to become successful community leaders and contributors who successfully impact and serve others while taking pride in paying forward the benefits they received.
I especially appreciate that Legacy invests in the character development of the students, teaching them life-long skills that will enable them to exist, navigate, and participate in a global society with integrity. They are taught a sense of community, how to focus on the concerns of others while making selfless, positive, and generous contributions to those in need. By teaching them that "no one is an island unto himself," Legacy students are taught to reach out and embrace others, help others and support each other while learning to coexist within a community of love and caring.
The Legacy Education and Community Empowerment Foundation, Inc. delivers so much high quality programming and support to it's immediate communitiy in Forest as well as Mississippi and the southern region. The organization emphasizes the importance of story telling and passing on its rich history of public service and political action, all to build literacy skills and community involvement. These are photos of a field trip LECEF, Inc. provided its youth in partnership with the MS Department of Archives and History and the Medgar Evers Home Museum. LECEF is the best!
Legacy Education and Community Foundatio, Inc. is very vital to the youth and community in that it is an effective educational resource. The youth involved gain special functional life skills through reading, writing, critical thinking, creativity and communication. legacy gives our youth and community an outlet and challenges them to embrace the past, to set achievable goals and become better citizens impacting a more positive future in a global society.
Legacy, does so much for our community and our children. They are always giving back, educating the community and doing their part to make this world a better place. We are so lucky to have them in our community and appreciate their hard work so much! - Representative Tom Miles
Legacy is a wonderful organization because it is helping to uplift our community in very beneficial ways.
Jacqualyn STAFFNEY
Legacy is a wonderful community resource. It has proven that it has the adaptability to survive by continually adjusting to community needs.
Being a donor to this Foundation is truly a blessing. This Foundation encourages educational enrichment to both families & students in their communities. Various educational training & instructional camps are provided to aid in creating innovative community educational opportunities. Youth & adults working together can only lead to a productive & innovative community.

leacef 10/25/2020
Thank you for your investment in our nonprofit. We thank investors for allowing us to continue to operate, especially during this COVID-19 Pandemic.

leacef 10/25/2020
Thank you so much for your investment and consideration. Many nonprofits have closed during this historic pandemic. We are fortunate to have investors who allow our work to continue to empower the community.
The staff is great and they really care about the well being of the kids as well as the community. My daughter has been a part of this non profit organization and she loves it . They offer programs for the kids during and after school as well as donate to the community. If there's anything that you and your family needs they are there to help .

leacef 10/25/2020
Thank you for your participation and support. Your child is a pleasure to work with and brings so much fun to our work. Without parental support and reinforcement, our work could not succeed. We appreciate you and your daughter.
These Change Agents are smart, intelligent, innovative, and leaders. Great nonprofit!

leacef 10/25/2020
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This nonprofit organization is a powerful inspiration that is leading the way for our children!

leacef 10/25/2020
Thank you for your time and dedication to our Legacy team. Let us know if we may be of any assistance to you . We appreciate you.
Being apart of the Legacy family has allowed to me participate in helping change and educate the lives of children. I have also been able to receive community service hours. The communication skills of this organization are great! I recommend becoming a part of the Legacy Family!

leacef 10/24/2020
Thank you for your community service. It is our pleasure to work with college leaders who provide innovative ideas to our team of family. Best wishes in your endeavors and do forget about us.
Legacy is fully committed to the empowerment of our beloved community. Daily, the founders, staff, Board members and Change Agents unselfishly provide invaluable services. This Foundation and the work that they do are truly a shining light and set a great example for us all to aspire to.

leacef 10/24/2020
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My name is Stephanie Rhodes and I have been associated with Legacy since 2012. In that year, the founder Constance Slaughter-Harvey asked me to interview those who have made significant contributions to the community for the African-American Historical Society. Since then, I have interviewed several history-makers and I learned a great deal about the background of Morton, Mississippi. While I am fortunate to be a part of this organization, the greatest award is the idea that young people will benefit from the hard work and ground-breaking accomplishments of the interviewees.

leacef 10/24/2020
Dr. Rhodes, Thank you for your outstanding commitment to the African-American Historical Society of Scott County and the Board of Directors (as Secretary). You have single handedly conducted extensive interviews of historical storytelling and we are indebted to you for you service.
They’re really supportive and have taught me a lot.

leacef 10/24/2020
Thanks Bre’. You have been with us for 5 years and we are proud to grow with you as you mature into an amazing Change Agent and leader. Thanks for all that you do In school and in the program. We are grateful to you for allowing us to be a positive part of your life.
Relevant, generous, and professional community education and educational enhancement nonprofit.

leacef 10/24/2020
Thank you very much for you compliment. We appreciate your investment. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we may be of any assistance to you.
We have enjoyed working with diverse community youth and seasoned leaders to ensure our community is enhanced educationally and prepared for life's challenges. We are a supportive, nurturing, knowledgeable, and committed team of dedicated Legacy Change Agents
We understand that we have an obligation to ensure this world is a better place for our offspring to live and thrive. Our leadership team consists of 100 Legacy Change Agents who volunteer our time to show the importance of community education, teamwork, and community empowerment.
Legacy Change Agents consist of nationwide investors, great-grandparents, grandparents, parents, guardians, aunts, uncles, cousins, youth, friends, professionals, for-profits, nonprofits, and elected officials. Legacy Change Agent Scholars range from ages 1-25 and include grades Pre-K through colleges (Mainly scholars from Tougaloo College, Jackson State University, East Central Community College, Belhaven University, University of Southern Mississippi, University of Mississippi, West Virginia University at Parkersburg, and other colleges and universities) .
Learning never goes out of style at Legacy! #learningnevergoesoutofstyleatlegacy
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leacef 10/24/2020
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Legacy Education is not for some people, it's for all people! Teaching,caring and sharing is only a fraction of what they are about! In order to find out more, get involved, ask question.My experience has been to deal with great people who I consider my extended family because of the love and bond we have shared over the years!

leacef 10/24/2020
Many thanks for your active and consistent volunteer service for over 20 years. Thank you.
L.E.A.C.E.F. has provided fun and healthy community services that have given community members a fresh outlook on life. L.E.A.C.E.F. lifts up the past, works for the present and plans for the future. L.E.A.C.E.F.'s services include cross-age collaboration, historical interviews, field trips, tutoring services, parent engagement events, Girl Scouting, yard sales and various resources on educational and health services. L.E.A.C.E.F. shows a genuine commitment to learning from the community by working with the community. I really appreciate the courage and the 30 year legacy to remain focused on empowering our community, one child at a time.

leacef 10/24/2020
We appreciate your comment. We do the best that we can as a team of Legacy Change Agents.
leacef 10/25/2020
Thank you for your rating and compliment. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we may be of any assistance to you.