The Herk Foundation

A Memorial foundation to Fred Jones
...Continuing his legacy and love of music

about the herk foundation

The Herk Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to supporting music education programs in Mississippi. Through scholarships, grants, and opportunities to experience music, the foundation aims to foster a deeper appreciation for the arts. It was established in memory of Fred Earl Jones, nicknamed "Herk," who served as the band director at H.W. Byers High School (Sand Flat) and was a passionate advocate for music.

The foundation’s mission is to enhance the appreciation of music and performing arts within the North Mississippi community and surrounding areas. It achieves this by offering young people access to educational music programs, scholarships, and other initiatives that empower the next generation of musicians and performers.

supporting our efforts
through Kroger community rewards

Support our fundraising initiatives by selecting the Herk Foundation as your Kroger Community Rewards recipient. It only takes minutes to enroll. Kroger donates a percentage of spending the participating organization, at no cost to you.

Kroger Community Rewards link

scholarship RECIPIENTS 2025!

On May 22, 2025 at Lake Cormorant High School, Calandra Jones-Howard presented the 2025 Fred E. Jones Memorial Scholarship Award ($1000) to Miss Divinity Phillips. Congratulations to this year's scholarship recipient!!