A Memorial foundation to Fred Jones
...Continuing his legacy and love of music
about the herk foundation
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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. |
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Recent News
Our first-ever teacher/band director mini-grant
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Congratulations to our 2025 Herk Foundation Band Director/Teacher Grant Recipient, Mr. Aaron Turner, Band Director at H.W. Byers High School!
We’re thrilled to award our first-ever teacher grant of $500 by helping to provide instructional supplies for the band and music program. Join us in celebrating Mr. Turner and the incredible work he’s doing for his students! |
scholarship RECIPIENTS 2025!
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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!!
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On May 27, 2025, Calandra Jones-Howard presented the 2025 Herk Foundation Book Scholarship Award ($300) to Mr. David Champlin. Congratulations!
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