The Bessie Morris Foundation is a Los Angeles County-based 501 (C) (3) organization founded in 2005 by Ivory Freeman in honor of her grandmother, Bessie Bernice Morris. The organization is dedicated to inspiring young women to realize their dreams by emphasizing the importance of academic performance, self-esteem, self-confidence and self-sufficiency. The foundation offers leadership development training, health education, mentorship, personal development and character building programs to at-risk underprivileged girls.
Broadening beyond the organization’s initial Prom Dreams programs, Bessie Morris Foundation has added programs to expand its impact:
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For Women's History Month: Fran Jemmott is the owner and principal of Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc., a management consulting firm that helps clients create positive social change through strategic planning, capacity building, policy advocacy, curriculum development, and more. She is an award-winning and recognized leader and influencer.
National Women's History Month Spotlight: Sharonda Bradford reflects on her life growing up in Compton and events that led her to becoming Commissioner.
The Bessie Morris Foundation proudly highlights Maria McKee in celebration of National Women's History Month. Maria was sworn in as Marshal of Fulton County, Georgia, becoming the second female to hold this position.
To celebrate National Women's History Month, Bessie Morris Foundation is spotlighting inspiring women who have faced challenges and pursued their dreams. Our first spotlight highlights Lisa Lovaglio, movie producer and production manager.
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