Cecelia Anderson Kizzie Foundation

Our Story

        It is a topic of much research. What is the most effective way for socio-economic advancement in present-day America?  Although there are various schools of thought, education seems to be seen as the most consistent driver of advancement.
        During a casual conversation with Carlton about the above topic,  we started to discuss some ways to leave a legacy for future Kizzie's. We discussed some concepts and concluded that education could be the greatest legacy we could leave. So we decided to look into establishing a foundation that would support the educational advancement of our descendants. This we thought would allow them a head start, that we did not have. They in turn would give back to the foundation in their turn. 
        Carlton did the groundwork and we shaped the basic outline that can be found in the mission statement. We then took what we had developed to our siblings. Keith and Juan decided to come on board adding their unique perspectives. This includes the foundation having an altruistic community focus, and a family healing aspect.
        The foundation's main goal is as a vehicle for developing generational wealth for the Kizzie family for generations to come. This is a Johnny Appleseed-type action. The start of the foundation is a seed that will bloom long past our and our children's lifetimes.  Leaving a legacy that will be traced to Cecelia Anderson Kizzie, the namesake and whom we attempt to honor with this foundation.