In the United States, approximately 350,000 individuals live with Down syndrome, with around 1,500 residing in the Mid-South. Down syndrome is a genetic condition that occurs in one in every 691 live births worldwide. It affects people of all ages, races and economic levels and is the most frequently occurring chromosomal disorder.

Happiness does not result from what we get, but from what we give. However, there are generally positive results for the donor in terms of tax benefits when making charitable gifts.

In the Greater Memphis area, more than 45,000 young adults aged 16-24 are out of school and work. This staggering statistic was at the forefront of a recent event the Community Foundation co-hosted with The Collective Blueprint.

With 2024 being a leap year, we find ourselves with an additional day—an opportunity to check in on our philanthropic goals. How are you giving your time, talent, and treasure? Does that reflect your values and your capacity?

This is an exciting time of year at the Community Foundation, as we have 30 different scholarship funds open for Mid-South students to explore and apply for. One special opportunity this year is the Memphis City Council HBCU Scholarship.

Kacky Walton talks with violinist Marcin Arendt and violist Lenny Schranze of Ceruti String Quartet.

The Orpheum Theatre is about to wrap up its 2023-2024 Broadway season with two limited-run productions and one more big run.

This weekend can be celebrated with musical concerts, art exhibits, and onstage performances.

Celebrate Mother's Day with the Memphis Symphony Big Band at the annual Symphony in the Gardens. This event will be held at Dixon Gallery and Gardens on Sunday, May 12, beginning at 4 p.m. on the Dixon South Lawn. Picnics, coolers, lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

Dixon Gallery and Gardens hosts Here Comes the Sun Community Day on Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.