The AnnieRuth Foundation was established in 2012. This 501(c)3 organization is named after Ruth Kearney, the grandmother of Founder, Dee Wilcox. Its purpose is to serve as a catalyst of positive change in underserved communities.
The foundation focuses on education, health initiatives, and economic development. Our goal is to equip participants with knowledge and skills to assist with making healthy life choices; thus empowering them to become positive contributors to society. Our programs offer viable solutions to problems that negatively impact individuals, the family unit and the community as a whole; problems that if unaddressed will negatively impact future generations.
The AnnieRuth Foundation has a deep commitment to the personal, educational and professional achievement of those we serve.
To strengthen communities by providing services and resources in an effort to educate, enrich, and empower families on the First Coast.
To build communities where families thrive with resilience and meaningful opportunities.
Passion (we believe that “passion” drives one to do their best work; we are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve)
Respect (we believe that every soul deserves to be treated with dignity; therefore we handle every interaction with the highest level of respect)
Equality (we believe that we are neither above nor beneath anyone else regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or gender; we are all human beings seeking to make this world a better place of which to live)
Accountable (we believe that each person should be held accountable for their actions; making no excuses but a commitment to do better)
Committed (we believe that programs should be solution-oriented and results-driven; therefore, we are committed to continuously evaluating our programs ensuring that they are suitable for those we serve)
Sowing seeds, strengthening communities
Participating in the AnnieRuth Foundation’s summer internship program was definitely impactful for my future career, and I wouldn’t change all the sacrifices I made to be a part of it for anything. This program has truly blessed me with an amazing journey in teh Real Estate industry. Thank you so much AnnieRuth Foundation, for making a huge impact on my future.
We are thankful for the opportunity to serve the AnnieRuth Foundation’s summer internship initiative while, “sowing seeds, strengthening communities.
My internship experience helped me clarify my vision and goals as an entrepreneur. I left with a clearer understanding of what type of business I want to create and the values I want to uphold, setting a strong foundation for my entrepreneurial journey.
AUDIO/VISUALS:
Official Photographer/Videographer
(currently seeking)
Graphic Artist/Designer
Jadyn Bow
Web Developer
Client Focused Media
904.578.6017
Founder & CEO
Dee Wilcox, MBA, M.Ed, PHR, CPLC
Student Interns
Lauren Sams
Teniyah Blutcher
Yahni Hairston
Director, Social Media
Nikita Littlejohn
Advisory Board
Brittany Bennett Allen
Citi
Jacksonville, FL
Daphne Colbert
Agape Family Health
Jacksonville, FL
John ‘Jack’ Allen
Allen Land Group
Jacksonville, FL
Dr. Rogers Cain, Member
North East Florida Medical Society
Seline Washington Graham
Ally
Jacksonville, FL
We are proud to share that the AnnieRuth Foundation was recently featured on News4JAX+, highlighting our continued commitment to empowering high school students with real-world
On “Sowing Seeds,” brought to you by the AnnieRuth Foundation, our host, Lavari-ay Ray, speaks with influential members of our community who have expressed their
On “Sowing Seeds,” brought to you by the AnnieRuth Foundation, our host, Lavari-ay Ray, speaks with influential members of our community who have expressed their
