The Ally

Improving the health of Mississippi women is one of MWF’s top priorities. Through it’s strategic grant process, they are able to allocate funds to local organizations that help make a positive impact and support women’s health so their families thrive.   WFM grants help young women increase their health literacy, an essential component for improving the […]

Happiness starts with good health. National Women’s Health Month observed annually in May, is a time the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health (OWH) encourages all women and girls to reflect on their individual health needs and take the necessary steps to improve their overall health. Women often forego an […]

Happiness starts with good health. Elvis was in the house. Thanks to all who were able to join us for our Annual Meeting recently held Friday, April 14 at the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum.  It was a wonderful time of networking, entertainment and education, filled with memories and a special celebration shared […]

This change will affect thousands. On March 16, Gov. Tate Reeves signed into law Senate Bill 2212 extending postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to 12 months for new mothers in Mississippi.  During the response law of COVID-19, coverage was extended for 12 months, however would have expired at the end of March 2023.   What […]

Strengthening minds.  Uplifting families. May is also Foster Care Awareness Month.  The Children’s Bureau’s National Foster Care Month campaign recognizes the important role that members from all parts of child welfare play in supporting children, youth, and families. This year’s theme, “Strengthening Minds. Uplifting Families.” highlights the need to take a holistic and culturally responsive […]

ALICE® (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) The COVID-19 pandemic claimed the lives of millions and unleashed an unprecedented storm of competing economic forces – leaving in its wake an additional 27,388 Mississippi households unable to afford basics. In 2021, 219,019 households were in poverty, while another 360,043 were ALICE®.  When combined, 52% of Mississippi households were struggling financially nearly […]

Greetings friends, The focus of this month’s Ally is on volunteers and the important role they play in making a positive difference for children, families, and communities.  There is no greater example of the importance and impact of volunteers than what is currently happening in the aftermath of the horrendous tornadoes that recently impacted our […]

Celebrating Exemplary Service The Mississippi Commission for Volunteer Service (Volunteer MS) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Governor’s Initiative for Volunteer Excellence GIVE (Governor’s Initiative for Volunteer Excellence ) Awards celebrating the exemplary service of Mississippi’s most dedicated citizens. “As First Lady and Honorary Chair for the Commission for Volunteer Service, I […]

At We Will Go, we like to make serving as easy as it is to be a good neighbor. It doesn’t take much to be a neighbor and it doesn’t take much to serve. We equip volunteers to do this through our Education and Essential Food programs every single day. Last year we were able […]

Back Bay Mission has had a long history with volunteerism.  Volunteers have been coming to Back Bay Mission since hurricane Camille in 1969.  Following Camille, volunteers were primarily doing clean-up, landscaping, and painting.  When hurricane Katrina hit the Mississippi Gulf Coast in 2005, Back Bay Mission was managing over 1000 volunteers a week.  Our Housing […]