One for the books 📚
CREATE Foundation’s Commission held its 2026 State of the Region on May 6 with a focus on Local Leadership, Lasting Impact. Read more from @djournalnow at the link in our bio.
Bryan Wilson of Starkville — 2026 recipient of the Jack Reed, Sr. Community Leadership Award 💛
Robin McCormick, CREATE board member who was featured in a video honoring Bryan Wilson said that he was “one of the most caring people I have ever known and who has the heart the size of Texas.”
Luke Montgomery, CREATE board member shared that “when Bryan speaks, people listen for a reason.” Montgomery said, “if you’re fortunate enough to have a relationship with Bryan, whether it’s a personal relationship, business, or serving on a community board with him, as a result of that relationship you’re a better person.”
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Introducing one of our recipients of the Jack Reed, Sr. Community Leadership Award — Greg Pirkle of Tupelo! 🌟
“I want to give a lot back to all the leaders of Northeast Mississippi,” Pirkle told the audience. “You have fostered a place where, if you want to make a difference — if you really want to make your mark — you can do that. So thank you for all that you have done. Continue to do it, and let’s continue to make Northeast Mississippi the best place in the nation — in the world — to live.”
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A legacy of compassion in action. ❤️ Honoring Juanita Floyd, 2026 recipient of @rrc_tupelo ’s Red Rasperry Humanitarian Award. Congratulations, Juanita!
The closing of our State of the Region event is always a highlight, marked by the presentation of the Jack Reed, Sr. Community Leadership Awards by the CREATE Foundation Board. Last year, we had the privilege of honoring three outstanding individuals whose contributions made a lasting impact. We look forward to celebrating and recognizing another group of exceptional leaders this year on Wednesday, May 6. 💛
Strong partnerships make strong communities 🤝
Tupelo Community Coordinator, Kim Rushing, and CREATE’s Director of Regional Impact, Suzy Bowman had the honor of hosting leadership from MEMA Individual Assistance along with federal partners across Northeast Mississippi. Together, they’re working to strengthen advocacy and support for our region as recovery efforts continue following Ice Storm Fern.
Collaboration like this is key. By bringing together resources, expertise, and compassion, we are designing long-term recovery plans. By aligning efforts and leveraging charitable contributions, we can better support individuals and organizations not just in the aftermath, but before, during, and long after impactful events.
With an all-star lineup, this year’s State of the Region is bound to be the best yet. 🌟
We’re diving right into regional leadership in action and areas in our region that need our attention now.
Let’s engage, elevate, and empower together on Wednesday, May 6 at 9:30 AM @ Cadence Conference Center. 🤝 No registration required.
Today, we remember Bobby Harper, a loyal Community Affiliate of the Lowndes County Community Foundation and a recipient of the Reed Community Leadership Award.
Bobby faithfully served his community and our region with generosity and heart. His impact will continue to be felt for years to come.
We are thrilled Regional Rehabilitation Center is honoring Juanita Floyd as this year’s recipient of the Red Rasberry Humanitarian Award! ✨ Join us in celebrating on April 21, 2026. For more information, visit regionalrehabcenter.com/awarddinner2025/.
New look, same mission. 💛 Our redesigned website reflects who we are and where we’re headed. Together, we’re strengthening Northeast Mississippi today and for generations to come.
Visit createfoundation.com to explore what’s new.
