About Us
The Mary Parker Foundation identifies underserved communities to provide resources unlimited to uplift and empower all generations through entrepreneurial education and lifelong learning. We see a better, more prosperous future for our youth and families.
The Foundation is an extension of the heart and passion of its namesake Dr. Mary H. Parker. From humble beginnings to CEO, Mary defines success as the ability to give back. Since 2012, the Foundation has been steadily advancing communities and inspiring future leaders.
We are passionate about Business Education, Youth Enrichment, and Community Empowerment. We see the unlimited potential of people engaged in self-care and sustainable wellbeing.
Wild success is within reach! And everyone is welcome. While our outreach is broad, our programs focus on the community within a 5 mile radius of the Foundation*.
Our neighbors: 200 small businesses, 7 grade schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, 1 private school and 17 faith-based organizations. Adjacent to Baker Hill subdivision and NPUs.
Population: 167,150 in 2010, 176,250 in 2019, projected to be 185,580 in 2024.
The average household income is $48,9K; 81% earn less than $75K. The median age is 35.
Total consumer spending: $1.2 billion
*Loopnet.com
Focus
Invest in under-resourced people and places to foster prosperity and wellbeing.
Empower people and build community through our programs.
Forge meaningful alliances to advance our work together.
Values
Community engagement
Self-care and sustainable wellbeing
Entrepreneurial thinking
Financial literacy
Pride in openness and inclusiveness
Our Team
We have been graced and honored to have an amazing team working to advance our mission.
Dr. Mary H. Parker | Founder & President | Bio | LinkedIn
Jada Howard | Executive Assistant
Amber White | Creative Director
Cathy Brackett | Receptionist
2024 Mary Parker Foundation Board of Directors
Angela McCoy| Executive Director | Bio
Charles Moon | Board Chair | Bio
Kenny Brown | Bio
Lagayla Applebee | Bio
Esma Fox | Bio
Gordon Smith | Bio
Henry Obinko | Bio
Joe Faxio | Bio
