2015 Newsletter & Annual Report
THE MUSTARD SEED, INC.
1085 Luckney Road • Brandon, MS 39047
Phone: 601.992.3556 • Fax: 601.992.0170
www.mustardseedinc.org
mustardseedinflowood
mustardseedms
@seedsters
The Mission of The Mustard Seed
The Mustard Seed is a Christian community for adults with developmental disabilities.
Founded in 1981 to meet the spiritual, physical, emotional, and intellectual needs of adults with
special needs, The Mustard Seed provides a loving and protected environment with meaningful
activities which allow the “Seedsters” to fulfill the potential God has created within them.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Paul Rogers
President
Ron Allen
Past President
Carrie Tilley
President Elect
Cindy Chew
Secretary / Treasurer
Joyce Plunkett
Auxiliary President, EO
Charles Remus
Financial Advisor, EO
Ugandhar Adari
Cliff Agnew
Kim Browning
Sandra Griffith
Peg Guthrie
Stephanie Hodges
Brad Ingram
Renee Lambert
Becky Lowe
Larry Simons
STAFF
Del Harrington
Executive Director
Elizabeth Gammill
Program Director
Mandy Sisson
Director of Community Relations
Jennifer Floyd
Director of Operations
Joshua Zerbe
Facilities Director & Gift Shop Manager
Cindy Chew
Gift Shop Assistant
Erin Williams
Volunteer Coordinator
Forrest "Bud" Bratley
Consultant on Special Projects
Beth Carraway
Workshop Manager / Nurse
Amber Carraway
Workshop Assistant / Art Instructor
He's Our Bud!
Forrest Bratley, otherwise lovingly known as “Bud,”
has been involved with The Mustard Seed since the
very beginning, and it shows. Bud’s passion for The
Mustard Seed has been evident to all who have had
the pleasure of working with or simply knowing
Bud—Seedster, supporter, and staff member alike.
During his nearly three decades of involvement
at The Mustard Seed, Bud has served in numerous capacities. Bud has helped move
mountains at The Mustard Seed in his many years of service as a board member,
a parent of a Seedster, a volunteer, interim executive director, and, since 2012, the
executive director. Under Bud’s leadership, The Mustard Seed experienced growth
of its Day Program, an increase in community partnerships, and the expansion of
its Flowood campus that included construction of a new women’s home, activity
centers, parking lot, and workshop.
“Bud has been an invaluable asset to The Mustard Seed for over 27 years,” Paul Rogers,
president of The Mustard Seed’s Board of Directors, said. “His devotion to and passion
for the ministry here have truly been inspirational to the staff and volunteers, as
well as to the families we work with daily. Though he will be stepping out of the lead
role, he’ll always remain an integral member of The Mustard Seed family.”
Sam Clark
Workshop Assistant
Charlie Floyd
Day Staff Instructor
Stephanie Jury
Day Staff Instructor
Janis Kent
Day Staff Instructor
Daniel Townsend
Day Staff Instructor
Debbie Burnham
Bells of Faith Director
Jayne Crenshaw
Bells of Faith Accompanist
Janet & Randy Gerleman
Women’s Group Home Parents
Phyllis & Steve Sherer
Men’s Group Home Parents
Congratulations, Bud, and thank you for your years of service to The Mustard Seed!
“Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful.”
Matthew 25:21
A Note from the Executive Director
It is with both honor and
excitement that I begin the
journey as executive director
of The Mustard Seed. After
serving as the director of
community relations for the
past four and a half years, I
have realized the strength
and stability which carry
The Mustard Seed. Being
an organization founded by several families of
individuals with special needs, we have been rooted
on a firm foundation. With many of those same
families continuing their dedication and support to
this wonderful place, we continue to build upon and
grow on the values with which we were founded 34
years ago.
In the coming years we will continue to nurture
the lives of our Seedsters, enriching their talents,
abilities, and interests in everything we do. With
plans of expanding both the residential and day
programs, we will have the ability and space to
offer additional activities geared towards individual
interests and talents among each Seedster. I, along
with our outstanding staff, am dedicated to making
our founding families proud of the legacy they
started and nurturing their dreams which became
reality.
With each new day at The Mustard Seed, we are
reminded of the support we receive to continue our
mission. In this 2015 Branches newsletter, I hope you
too will see the numerous volunteers, monetary
contributors, in-kind supporters, families, and
especially Seedsters who are the true hands and feet
of Christ at The Mustard Seed. The Mustard Seed is
a community full of friendships and achievements
which bring joy to the lives of so many. I invite you
to come visit our campus so you can experience the
pure joy of being a part of The Mustard Seed!!
Led by one of the Best
Board member and lifetime
friend of The Mustard Seed
Paul Rogers has always had a
passion for children and adults
with disabilities, as well as the
families who support them.
As a father of children with
disabilities, Paul understands
firsthand the challenges that
are presented to the special
needs community.
Over 20 years ago Paul and his wife, Mandy, started
the Challenger Softball league that serves more than
300 children and adults with special needs. Paul
has also served as the co-founder of Hope Hollow
Ministries, a camp for children and young adults
with special needs, and he has served on the board
of directors for the Mississippi Coalition for Citizens
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with Disabilities. Currently, Paul is serving as the
president for The Mustard Seed Board of Directors
and donates endless knowledge, time, resources,
and, most importantly, his heart into furthering our
ministry here.
However, Paul isn’t alone in his efforts. We are so
blessed to be surrounded by a wonderful board of
directors that plays an integral role in the day-today activities and long-term goals of The Mustard
Seed. If you ever feel led to serve on The Mustard
Seed's Board of Directors, please contact Executive
Director Del Harrington at your convenience.
We are able to do what we do because of people who
give!
Canvas Paintings
While the Seedsters’
amazing artwork and
creativity have always
been on display, 2015 was
an extra exciting year for
what’s becoming one of
the Seedsters’ favorite
activities. The Mustard
Seed's art instructor,
Amber Carraway, has
taken a Mustard Seed
specialty in the form of
canvas artwork to a whole new level, and it’s quickly
gaining everyone’s attention.
“When a Seedster comes into the art room, it’s a
different, more personal environment for them, and
they get a lot more one-on-one direction when it comes
to cultivating their type of painting style,” Carraway
said. “The Seedsters come in with their own thoughts,
and I just help them find the most practical and creative
ways to make their vision come alive.”
One example of the practical teaching Amber referenced
has been seen through her work with one of our
Seedsters, Allen Gardner. Carraway noticed early on
that Allen tended to do a few dots on his artwork already,
and she thought of using PVC pipe, paint lids, and cup
bottoms for him to trace circles around in various sizes.
Since then, she’s really seen Gardner thrive in both his
canvas and ceramic artwork.
“I’ve seen some get better at blending paint, building on
their own creative style, and even using different things
like buttons or sequins to highlight their canvases.”
Carraway said. “It’s been very rewarding for me to be
a part of the canvas artwork, and I think it’s equally
rewarding for the Seedsters when they see their finished
piece.”
Ornament
of the Year
Mustard Seed’s ornament of the year is always a big hit. Don’t miss out
on this colorful bird. Get yours for $10 each before they fly away.
Each year the Mustard Seed expands their ornament selection with the addition
of our ornament of the year, which changes annually. There are 800 birds this year
that the Seedsters painted with their special patterns and styles. The ornament
of the year is the only ceramic that we date with the year it was created. What a
special tradition to start by purchasing a truly one-of-a-kind ornament each year
from The Mustard Seed. We always sell out, so don’t hesitate and stop by our gift
shop today!
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“Racin’ for the Seed” is a 5K run/walk followed by a 15-mile
bike ride and another 1-mile walk/run. Participants can
register as a team or individual for the duathlon or as an
individual for the 5K.
Visit www.racinfortheseed.com for more information on
how to sponsor, volunteer, or register.
We would like to thank the 2015 sponsors, over 100
volunteers, food vendors, and over 400 participants. You
helped The Mustard Seed raise $30,000! Proceeds benefit
the ongoing ministry of The Mustard Seed by providing a
loving Christian community for adults with developmental
disabilities.
Registration will be open January 1, 2016.
2015 Sponsors
ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY of MISSISSIPPI
MICHAEL R. NICHOLS, DMD, MD
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Third Annual
Racin’ for the Seed
April 2, 2016
Lakeshore Park • Brandon, MS
WW W. RA C I NF ORTHESEED. C OM
“Last year, my first time participating, my friend/co-worker & I did the race as a challenge for our wellness
program/benefit, through our company. This year we are doing it because of enjoyment & satisfaction of
being a part of what The Mustard Seed does. We are so into the cause that we have encouraged/challenged
three other friends to join in with us. Hopefully, next year we will have our company take part as a sponsor,
which would be great. God bless.” –2015 Race Participant
Register to Participate
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5K Walk – $30
5K Run – $30
Duathlon as Individual – $50
Duathlon as Relay Team – $80
(2 or 3 team members)
Generously Sponsor the Race
• Root Sponsor: $10,000 • Leaf Sponsor: $1,000
• Tree Sponsor: $5,000
• Bud Sponsor: $500
• Branch Sponsor: $2,500 • Seed Sponsor: $250
Dedicate Time to Volunteer
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Awards
Course Direction
Finish Line
Pre-race Help
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Registration
Transition
T-shirt Sales
Water Stations
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Born in Amory, Mississippi,
Logan Chew is a 31-year-old
resident of the Women’s Group
Home and has been a loyal part of
The Mustard Seed since she was
21. Her parents, Cindy and Dave
Chew, are also integral parts of
The Mustard Seed with Cindy
serving as gift shop assistant for
the past eight years.
During her time off, Logan loves to dote on her adorable
nieces and nephews and spend time with the rest of her
family in Madison. “The Mustard Seed is a big part of
the Chew family,” Cindy said. “Logan is at home here.
She really feels this is her second home, and I don’t see
that ever changing.” Dave echoed Cindy’s sentiments by
saying, “I’m glad she has a place and people she enjoys—
that give her the best quality of life.”
One of the first things you’ll notice about Logan are
her bright blue eyes, spirited dance moves, and love for
anything Weight Watchers related. She enjoys hanging
out with her friends at The Mustard Seed and adorning
her ceramics with touches of baby blue, which is her
favorite color.
When she’s not painting or at Weight Watchers, Logan
loves to spend her time at The Mustard Seed in coffee
club, the workshop, or the sign language class. Logan’s
sweet spirit and empathy for others are qualities that
set her apart and make anyone—staff, Seedster, or
volunteer—instantly her new friend.
Seedsters Lose
with
Big
Weight Watchers
A lesser known journey a few of our ladies have been on
for the past three years is Weight Watchers. Although
the Weight Watchers journey was started by almost a
complete accident, it is something that has truly become
a large blessing to our ladies. It all started a little over
three years ago when Janet Gerleman, our Women’s
Group Home mother, took Megan to Weight Watchers.
Janet already attended and was trying to give Megan a
bit of inspiration.
From that day on, Megan was smitten and wanted in on
the fun herself. After Megan started attending regularly,
Logan wanted to join, then came Sarah, Emily, and
Amanda. Each of our Weight Watchers girls attends a
weekly meeting where they weigh in and learn about
healthy living. Both Logan and Emily have since met
their goal weights and are now lifetime members of
Weight Watchers.
However, the rest of the girls aren’t far behind. Now,
three years later, the Weight Watchers ladies have lost
a combined total of 194 pounds. “It’s been really good
for the girls, not just physically but mentally.” Janet said.
“It’s become a good social thing for the ladies because
they genuinely root and cheer each other on in their
individual weight goals. I’m very proud of them.”
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A Special Note from a
Special Seedster Family Member
Although The Mustard Seed has always been, and will
continue to be, extremely committed to preserving and
strengthening our Seedsters' bonds with their families
at home, it is no secret that, in many ways, the staff and
Seedsters here have become a lot like one big family as
well.
When we say that we care about our Seedsters, we
mean that we care about them in both general ways
and more specific ways. The general feelings of whether
or not they are safe, happy, sick, upset, and healthy are
what most people notice, as they are our day-to-day
upfront priorities. However, the specific feelings, which
Dear Mustard Seed,
are each of our Seedsters' own quirks and personalities,
we also place equal importance on. Whether that may
look like finding out the way a particular Seedster likes
her coffee, noticing which chair one of our guys likes
to sit in during devotion and reserving that for him, or
even learning what music station they prefer to listen to
while painting, we care for these Seedsters like they are
our own.
Because of this, it warms our hearts in ways we can’t
express to receive letters from the families, and we
wanted to share a bit of one we received from Joseph’s
parents, Gloria and Roy Garretson.
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Mustard Seed Auxiliary
2015-16 Mustard Seed Auxiliary Board Members
Joyce Plunkett
President
Janis Harden
Treasurer
Jan Carter
Special Events
Becky Perkins
Advisor
Beth Ann Hinds
Secretary
Laurie DeFoe
Special Events
Cheryl Giordano
Advisor
One of the many
highlights of 2015 was
Tailgating in Style,
a
fundraiser
The
Mustard Seed Ladies
Auxiliary organized to benefit The Mustard Seed. Held
at The Ivy on August 25, Tailgating in Style featured a
special tailgating food and décor presentation, music by
Raphael Semmes, a performance by The Mustard Seed
Bells of Faith Handbell Choir, a tailgating-themed raffle,
and a delicious lunch provided by Fresh Cut Catering
and Floral.
As the event came to an end, all bellies were full, all
minds were on football, and all hearts were touched.
In addition to that, $5,000 was raised to benefit The
Mustard Seed. All proceeds from Tailgating in Style
benefitted The Mustard Seed Ladies Auxiliary fund and
will be allocated to the newly formed Perkins Pantry,
which will be utilized by both the Men’s and Women’s
Group Homes.
We would like to say a special thank you to The Mustard
Seed Ladies Auxiliary for all of their hard work, as well
as to all of the businesses and individuals who support
The Mustard Seed.
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Gift Shop
Goodies
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The
Mustard
Seed's
The Seedsters' beautiful
ceramics contribute almost
$200,000 annually. In
addition to helping maintain
the program of The Mustard
Seed, the production of
these unique pieces allows our community of
nearly 40 adults with developmental disabilities
to engage in and enjoy the theraputic benefits of
art.
Mustard Seed Ceramics make great gifts for
Christmas, birthdays, Easter, Mother's Day,
happies for friends, and much more. Gift Shop
hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00–
4:00 and 10:00–3:00 on the second Saturday of
each month. November and December always
bring additional Saturday shopping days which
are publicized at www.mustardseedinc.org.
The Mustard Seed Gift Shop has started a new
venture of partnering with other artisans from
around the state, carrying Mississippi-made
candles, lazy susans, pallet trays, soaps, packaged
food mixes, and bath fizzies. An exciting and
special partnership is with Grassroots Candle
Company out of Columbus, Mississippi. They
make all of their candles in house and use pure soy
wax and 100% essential oil blends in each candle.
The owners and founders of Grassroots Candle
Company have a true heart and giving spirit and
genuinely care about the community and, in our
case, the Seedsters and their ceramics. On a sunny
day in June, three lucky Seedsters were paid a
visit by Chris from Grassroots Candle Company.
Chris was on campus to take the Seedsters step
by step through the candle-making process. From
start to finish, they worked as a team to come
up with a scent for a candle that is exclusive to
The Mustard Seed. After the Seedsters worked
to decide on a scent, Chris took his essential oils
back to the studio in Columbus to pour the new
“Seedster Love” scent into colorful Mustard Seed
ceramics. These candles have been an amazing
collaboration between two Mississippi industries
with big hearts. Lights are being lit around our
community and lives are being blessed!
Kroger Support!
It’s as easy as One…Two…FREE!
• Begin by creating an online account at www.kroger.com.
Click on “Create An Account” and follow the steps.
• Once you have set up your account, sign in and click
“My Account.”
• Towards the bottom of this page, click on “Community
Rewards” then click “Edit Community Rewards Program
Information.”
• To select The Mustard Seed as your charity, you can
either enter organization number 81008 or search by
“The Mustard Seed, Inc.”
• The Mustard Seed will receive a cash reward for every purchase you make when you scan your Kroger Plus
Shopper’s Card.
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Mustard Seed Wish List
It's easy and fun to give to The Mustard Seed!
Less Than $10 Gets a Seedster…
• Acrylic paint paper / watercolor paper
• Armor All wipes
• Body wash
• Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner
• Button magnets
• Car wash soap
• Cases of Gatorade and water
• Clorox Cleanup
• Clorox wipes
• Craft supplies
• Dishwasher detergent / pods
• Febreeze for auto and home
• First aid supplies
• Freezer paper
• Fun stickers
• Granola bars
• Jump drives
• Kleenex
• Magic erasers
• Mouthwash
• Napkins
• Paint brushes (1"–3")
• Paper / styrofoam Plates (7")
• Paper towels
• Perennial plants
• Pine-Sol
• Plastic cutlery
• Pumice stones
• Powdered lemonade
• Rubber kitchen gloves
• Safety glasses
• Safety pins
• Scrubbing Bubbles
• Seatbelt covers
• Spray sports sunscreen SPF 50
• Toilet paper
• Variety pack of snack-size chips
• Wasp and hornet spray
• White name badge labels (Avery 25395)
• Zip ties (4"-8")
• Ziploc bags (sandwich size)
$10 – $20 Gets a Seedster…
• All-weather zip-up picnic blankets
• Amdro Fire Ant Killer
• Electric handheld mixer
• Event tickets (theatre, sports, movies,
museums)
• Fitness mats (10)
• Garden fertilizer
• Happy Days dvds
• Hard rake
• Leaf rake
• Outdoor and indoor brooms
• Outdoor trash bags (55 gallon)
• Perennial plants
• Pruning sheers
• Rolls of plastic tablecloths
• Sand art kits
• The Brady Bunch dvds
• Wicker paper plate holders
• Work gloves
• Workout hand gripper
$20 – $30 Gets a Seedster…
• DVD/VCR player
• Fruit trees (call for details)
• HP 61 ink cartridges
• Piano damper
• PUR 2 or 3 Stage Faucet Filter refills
• Sleep/nap mats for adults
• Weed killer
• White Lifetime Folding Chairs
($20 in store at Sam’s)
$30 – $50 Gets a Seedster…
• 42-pot coffee urn
• 74-oz Coffee Air Pot
• Bird Bath
• Colored Butcher Paper Rolls
• Event Tickets (theatre, sports, movies,
museums)
• Guillotine Paper Cutter
• Loppers
$50 – $100 Gets a Seedster…
• 150-qt. coffin cooler
• Digital pocket cameras (6)
• Hedge trimmers
• White Lifetime 4' Adjustable Folding
Tables (available at Sam’s Club)
$100 & Above Gets a Seedster…
• 10'x10' E-Z Up tent
• Backpack leaf blower
• Compost tumbler
• Floor buffer/polisher (call for details)
• Heavy-duty vacuum cleaner
• Landscaping lights (call for details)
• Large area rugs (call for details)
• Pressure washer
• Treadmill
$1000 & Above Gets a Seedster…
• Automatic external defibrillator
• Industrial washer and dryer
Gift Cards ($5–$20 increments)
Amazon, Malco Theatres, iTunes,
Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million,
Hobby Lobby, Michael’s, McAlister’s,
Wendy’s, Jason’s Deli, Subway, Dairy
Queen, Bops, Walmart, Baskin Robbins,
Kroger, Dollar Tree, Chick-fil-a, Sonic,
Target, Lowe’s, Berry Berry Good, Regal
Theatres, Backyard Burgers, or any
other restaurants
PRIZES FOR THE PRIZE CABINET
cds, “cool” pens, t-shirts, tote bags, can
koozies, hats, cups, insulated mugs,
word search books, fun school supplies,
headbands, paint-by-numbers posters,
fun/colorful socks, barrettes, jewelry,
anything from local universities (MSU,
Ole Miss, LSU), lipgloss/chapstick,
sunglasses, winter gloves, calendars,
stationery sets, and anything from
Duck Dynasty, Frozen, or High School
Musical
We also have other miscellaneous needs, such as digitization of VHS tapes, painting, sod work, and laying wood flooring.
If you or someone you know can donate supplies and/or their time and expertise, please call us at 601-992-3556.
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In-Kind Donations
The financial life of a non-profit can be a lot like the
roller coaster rides we rode this year at the fair. Because
The Mustard Seed is a private non-profit that, by choice,
doesn’t receive state or federal funding, we take a risk
each year by not knowing what we may or may not
receive in donations.
Year after year, now 34 years into our ministry at The
Mustard Seed, God has been faithful to provide for us…
because people like YOU have been faithful to give.
Many times, even as staff, it hits us deeply how generous
people have been, and continue to be, to our ministry,
and we want to shout it from the rooftop. It is the most
humbling experience.
Whether it is a monetary donation or an “in-kind”
donation from items listed on our wish list, please know,
from the bottom of our hearts, how appreciative we
are for your gifts and how much it directly impacts our
Seedsters' lives. We’ve always believed you can’t outgive God, and if that’s true, we hope we get to see how
much each of you will receive in your own blessings one
day for your generosity to our ministry.
A million times, thank you!!
“Give and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure, pressed down,
shaken together, and running over. By your standard of measure, it will be measured to you.”
Luke 6:38
Thank you for generously giving to the ministry of The Mustard Seed. It is through donations that The Mustard Seed
is able to provide an extraordinary experience for adults with special needs. The Mustard Seed is a great way to
remember friends and loved ones during the holidays or any other special time throughout the year. Giving through
The Mustard Seed is special, and it's a gift that blesses the lives of nearly 40 extraordinary people. Each honorarium
and memoriam recipient will receive a card acknowledging your gift, and as always, your gift is tax deductible.
Contact The Mustard Seed at 601-992-3556 to support our ministry.
Reminder!!
In order to claim donations as charitable
deductions on your 2015 income tax
return, donations should be postmarked by
December 31, 2015. Online donations can be
made by visiting www.mustardseedinc.org.
Is your info correct?
Please email Jennifer Floyd at
[email protected]
if your contact information is incorrect so that
changes can be made to our records.
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Mustard Seed Volunteers
To say that volunteers are an integral
part of The Mustard Seed would be
an understatement. Great examples of
this are workshop volunteers JoAnn,
Karen, and Sue. These ladies regularly
volunteer their time in the workshop
by cleaning greenware and have done
so selflessly for years.
Thank you, JoAnn, Karen, and Sue!
Haircuts by Parlor Salon
We are continually grateful for the sweet ladies at The Parlor Salon
in Gluckstadt for coming out every eight weeks and giving our
Seedsters haircuts free of charge. Owner Maghen Lee and her crew
of very talented hair stylists have been doing this for our Seedsters
for years now and never ask for anything in return. It is one of the
sweetest displays of repeated generosity we see on campus.
We simply can’t say thank you enough to The Parlor Salon!
We Back the Badge
We have a lot of love at The Mustard Seed for
the Flowood Police Department and all local
law enforcement officers who risk their lives
daily to ensure our protection. On July 7, our
Seedsters wore blue in excitement for the
day’s activities that included a motorcycle
show, K-9 officer demonstration, and visits
from over 20 law enforcement officers
including K-9 Officer Kilo and K-9 Officer
Duchess. The Flowood Police Department is
so gracious to us and continually goes out of
its way to patrol and protect our campus. We
are proud to say we BACK THE BADGE!
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A Look into Two New Classes
at Mustard Seed University
Gardening
This summer a total of 16 Seedsters participated in the gardening class where they
were able to learn and experience all the work and preparation that goes into growing
produce—from tilling ground to planting seeds to pruning, watering, and, eventually,
harvesting the final product. Led by Erin Williams and Charlie Floyd, the gardening
class was a lot of work on hot days, but our Seedsters seemed to really
enjoy the process.
As the class came to a close at the end of the summer and all the peas
were shelled, the Seedsters learned that if they can establish their roots—
like the roots of plants—in hard work, dedication, patience, and a little
trust, they can accomplish anything in life they set their minds to. Maybe
at the end of the day, people, like plants, just need a little cultivation, a lot
of patience, and, sometimes, a little guidance and patience to help keep
them straight.
The Seedsters also put together a farming binder that included lessons they learned throughout
the class and delivered it to Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation (MSFB) President Mike McCormick as a way to say
thank you to Mississippi farmers for their hard work. This binder is on display to the public at the MSFB building off of
Ridgewood Road.
Woodworking
Woodworking is a new class that started in June of 2015 and is centered around making
wood pieces that not only sell in our gift shop, but also simultaneously allow the Seedsters an
opportunity to create with different mediums. Taught by Joshua Zerbe, this
class has had only a few months under the belt but has already become a huge
hit and Seedster favorite!
Made from old pallets we receive from various shipments, the Seedsters have
helped to create wood Christmas trees, stables for our ceramic nativity sets,
and stands for the beautiful Mississippi plates. Savannah Wilson, who was one
of the first Seedsters to help with woodworking, immediately ran back after
her first session and said, “I got to play with a drill, sander, and chainsaw!”
Although in reality Savannah actually didn’t touch a chainsaw and instead
used a chop-saw, the excitement she experienced has been seen by every Seedster who has participated.
Languages
Since the beginning of Mustard Seed University around two years ago, the love of languages and exploring different
cultures have remained constant and coveted learning opportunities. German, taught by Stephanie Jury, a day staff
instructor with eight years of training including time spent in a six-week German exchange program, will begin her
seventh semester teaching German in January of 2016. The 19 students who have participated in the German classes have
learned many new words and phrases including colors, months, the alphabet, and basic dialogues they are taught to speak
in German and then must translate back to English.
In addition to German, French is also a language class that has been offered for a while now at Mustard Seed University.
Taught by Charlie Floyd, a day staff instructor with nine years of training and a minor in French, the class has included
25 students throughout the 10 semesters it’s been taught. These students have learned food & drink, basic vocabulary,
numbers, the alphabet, common greetings, and more.
Another way that languages have been integrated into daily life at The Mustard Seed is through the sign language class.
This class started as a way to improve and deepen relationships with the three Seedsters who actively use sign language in
day-to-day interactions. The 20 students who have participated in the class have learned about the different components
that influence sign language, such as body language and facial expressions, as well as common phrases.
As always, we are excited to see what 2016 holds for Mustard Seed University!
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The mustard seed stewardship
The Mustard Seed, Inc.
Functional Expenses as of April 30, 2015
Description
Salaries
Program
Services
General &
Administrative
Development
Total Support
Services
12-Month Total
527852
18269
22261
40530
568382
Payroll Tax
40381
1398
1703
3101
43482
Benefits
12774
359
664
1023
13797
Subtotal
581007
20026
24628
44654
625661
0
29942
2074
2074
2074
845
845
845
1288
1288
Food & Household
29942
Postage
Staff Development
0
Dues & Subscriptions
Supplies
Vehicle
1288
62885
1821
0
1821
64706
7772
524
0
524
8296
7961
9203
41008
1360
37317
Maintenance
31805
1242
Utilities
35957
1360
Events
Printing
Donor Development
Telephone
Pest Control
Cleaning
Taxes
Interest
0
0
0
7611
7611
7611
2382
2382
2382
4891
468
468
5359
1187
94
94
1281
6074
2018
2018
8092
16800
50
50
16850
0
0
0
0
Contract Services
25568
6384
6384
31952
Insurance
24024
4576
4576
28600
Contract Labor
18000
0
0
0
18000
0
294
78
372
372
0
0
Meals
Travel
Activity Expense
19273
Depreciation
96737
Other
7800
0
0
0
19273
7800
104537
14133
2151
0
2151
16284
976055
50096
45579
95675
1071730
91.1
4.7
4.3
8.9
100.0
Budget 04-30-15
975706
54128
47664
101792
1077498
Actual 04-30-14
926002
47916
37377
85293
1011295
Actual 04-30-13
791550
44222
41284
85506
877056
Actual 04-30-12
721680
40545
34327
74872
796552
Actual 04-30-11
681569
41683
33167
74850
756419
Actual 04-30-10
667343
43942
41343
85285
752628
90.6
5.0
4.4
9.4
100.0
TOTAL EXPENSES
Functional %
Total Expenses:
Functional %
Budget 04-30-15
18
Actual 04-30-14
91.6
4.7
3.7
8.4
100.0
Actual 04-30-13
90.3
5.0
4.7
9.7
100.0
Actual 04-30-12
90.6
5.1
4.3
9.4
100.0
Actual 04-30-11
90.1
5.5
4.4
9.9
100.0
Actual 04-30-10
88.7
5.8
5.5
11.3
100.0
Partners in ministry October 1, 2014–September 30, 2015
In thanksgiving and gratitude, we recognize those who have contributed to The Mustard Seed. The following are our
friends and partners who have joined The Mustard Seed in fulfilling and expanding our mission. On behalf of the
Seedsters and their families, we humbly recognize those individuals, organizations, corporations, and foundations
who truly are our partners in ministry.
of all donations goes
directly to programming!
10,000+ Donors
$
Anonymous
Leigh and Chad Bridges
Edwin E. and Ruby C. Morgan Foundation, Inc.
Estate of Norman J. Turk, Jr.
First Pres. Church of Jackson
Lewis Electric Inc.
Emily and Chris McNeil
Terry-Trane Service Agency, Inc.
In-Kind Donor
19
5,000 – $9,999 Donors
$
Dale Partners Architects P.A.
Ergon Foundation, Inc.
Dr. and Mrs. F. Earl Fyke III
iHeart Media
Kroger Cultural Council
Nola RX, LLC
Park Place Christian Academy Faculty
and Students
R. E. Woolley Charitable Trust II
Southern Farm Bureau Life Ins. Co.
Stinky Feet Athletics
Terry Service, Inc.
1,000 – 4,999 Donors
$
$
Ugandhar Adari
ADCAMP, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Agnew
Nancy and Ken Anderson
Patsy and Perry Atherton
Mrs. Virginia H. Atherton
BankFirst Financial Services
BankPlus
Dr. Milton Baxter, Sr.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Kay Boolos
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Brennan
Gwen Burchard
Lisa and Patrick Busby
Christ UMC of Jackson
Helen E. Cook
Copeland & Johns, Inc.
CREATE Foundation, Inc.
Sidney Crews
Crystal Springs UMC
Dallas Printing, Inc.
Lesley and John Davis
Feild Co-Operative Association, Inc.
First Baptist Church of Jackson
Mr. and Mrs. Terry P. Foreman
Mr. and Mrs. Terry P. Foreman
Franklin Telephone Company, Inc.
Elizabeth and Robert Frey
Garry Graves Landscapes, Inc.
Al and Billie Green
Faye and Ralph Gordon
Daisy and Mark Hamm
Mr. and Mrs. Mitch Hannon
Mr. and Mrs. Newt P. Harrison
Hartfield Academy Fifth Grade Class of
2013-2014
John D. Herlihy
Highlands Presbyterian Church
Home Builders Association of MS
Dana Hooper
Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Hubbard
Hull Photography
Jackson Academy, Inc.
James E. Fowler Family Foundation
Mr. David Jolly
Renee and Steven Lambert
Larry W. and Pamela B. Edwards
Charitable Fund
Lewis Electric, Inc
Magee Enterprises, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Sam W. McClendon
Charlotte and Richard McNeel
Mr. and Mrs. Hu Meena
Mississippi Christian Living
500 – $999 Donors
“Give, and it will
be given to you.”
Luke 6:38
Mr. William D. Mounger
National Christian Fdn East TN
National Christian Foundation
Dr. and Mrs. John C. Neill
Sage and Jack Nichols
Mr. and Mrs. Tucker Olander
Pearl High School Senior, Jr. High, and
Elementary Classes
Pickering
Puckett Serves
Rod’s Racers
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Rogers
Rotary Club of North Jackson
Sam E. and Burnice C. Wittel Foundation
Mrs. Lyn Sanderford
Beth and Jerry Shivers
Drs. Tim Shumaker
Buck Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Snow
Southern Healthcare
St. James Episcopal Church
St. Richard Catholic Church
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
Mr. Charles S. Stack
Deanne and Paul Stephenson
Mr. and Mrs. William Stone
Jane and Lynn Stringer
Dr. and Mrs. Earl T. Stubblefield
Kirk G. Taylor
Tellus Operating Group, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Ford Terry
The Bank of America Charitable Fdn
The Cellular South Charitable Fdn
The Gertrude C. Ford Foundation, Inc.
The Orchard Sunday Morning
Worship Service
The Wesley A Caldwell FDN
Total Renal Care, Inc.
Trustmark National Bank
Treasure and Mark Tyson
Utica Christian Church
Mrs. Connie S. Wadsworth
Amy Walker
Wellington Associates
Franklin Whitecotton
Shawn and Bob Wilkerson
Sally and Gary Wilkinson
William M. Welch, II, P.A.
Charlene Winstead
Charlie Winstead
Dr. and Mrs. E. Greg Wood III
Jacqueline and James Young
Linda Livingston
Mr. Ralph Lord
Madison-Ridgeland Academy
Max Gilliland Sunday School Class
Mr. and Mrs. Marek May
Mr. and Mrs. Mike McCain, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Howard L. McMillan, Jr.
Mr. Fred Morris, III
Mr. Jim Nash
New Vision Fellowship Church
Newton’s Fine Jewelry
Raninca and Charles Nickles
Northminster Baptist Church
Northwest Rankin Baseball Team
Nucor Steel Jackson, Inc.
Mrs. Frances T. Olander
Papa John’s
Parkway Baptist Church Winsome
Sunday School Class
Dr. and Mrs. Joel G. Payne, Jr.
Phoenix Beauty Supply Inc.
Real Deal Tennis
Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie L. Reeves
Mr. and Mrs. James L. Roberson
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen W. Rosenblatt
Sibby and Sans Russell
Betty Shows
Janet C. Smith
Southern Tradition Tailgating
Stages Magazine
Dr. and Mrs. Bob Tarver
Mr.and Mrs. Samuel Taylor
TEC
The Ivy Venue
The Radio People
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Varner
Mr. and Mrs. Warner Wadlington
Rachel and Charles Welch
Well-Being Magazine
WGK, Inc.
Mr. Jerry Whittington
Amy and Rice York
$
Suzanne and Jim Almas
Anonymous
Kenneth Bailey
Leslie A. Beaton
Gina S. Blackwell
Mr. and Mrs. Frankie Box
Brandon Baptist Church, Inc.
Broadmoor Baptist Church Women's Ministry
Sharon L. Brown
Capital Orthopaedic Clinic
CDA Hospitality
Coca-Cola Refreshments
Jacob Crouch
Irene and Herman Crowder
Delta Packaging and Supply
Sarah B. Dodge
Nora and Tam Etheridge
First Presbyterian Church of Jackson:
Women In The Church
First United Methodist Church of Clinton
Karen Fleming
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Fowler Buick GMC
Ms. Corinne Fox
Gloria and Dale Frazier
Mr. and Mrs. William E. French
Dr. and Mrs. Luther H. Fulcher, Jr.
Brad Guth
Suzanne and Noel Guthrie
Adrianne G. Hall
Mr. and Mrs. Claude W. Harbarger
Mr. and Mrs. Derek A. Henderson
William Hoggatt
Miss Jan Hyde
Mrs. Anita Jemison
Mrs. Jessie L. Jennings
Tim Kirby
Knipp Equipment, Inc.
Laguna Social Tribe
Learned Baptist Church
Learned United Methodist Church
Lebanon Presbyterian Church
Leavell Land Group, LLC
In-Kind Donor
100 – $499 Donors
$
Karen Adams
Vickie Lynn Adams
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald H. Aldridge
Clayton Allen
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Allen
Georgia and Bob Anderson
Anonymous
Mr. and Mrs. Don Antrim
AT&T Employee Giving Campaign
Atmos Energy Corporation
Back Yard Burgers
Rev. and Mrs. Jim Baird, Jr.
Tommie Lou and Wayne Ball
Patsy R. Barber
Mr. Harris H. Barnes III
Batteries Plus
Mrs. Louise H. Benton
Bop’s Frozen Custard
Mr. and Mrs. James O. Bowling
Brandon Discount Drugs
Brandon High School SADD Club
Brandon Presbyterian Church
Brandon Presbyterian Church
Brandon Pres. Church: Women in the Church
Marianne Brasfield
Mr. and Mrs. Forrest G. Bratley, Jr.
Kristi Breaux
Briarwood Foundation
Broadmoor Baptist Church
Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Brown, Jr.
Kim Browning
Kay and Jimmy Bryan
Marcus D. Buckley
Buford Plumbing Company, Inc.
Mr.and Mrs. Joe Bumgardner
Robert O. Burke, Jr.
Drs. Sherri and Ronald Burke
Mr. and Mrs. Don R. Bush
Mrs. Glenn Calloway
Camp Service & Parts, Inc.
Capital Clothing, Inc.
Douglas Card
Cato Baptist Church
Julia Childress
Mr. and Mrs. James Clarke
Climate Masters, Inc.
Coffee News
Pat and Jim Coggin
Comfort Suites in Flowood
Community Bank
Community Coffee
Jamie and Kenny Converse
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Cook
Elizabeth and John Cossar
Mr. and Mrs. Paul L. Cox
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Cox, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Crawford
Ben Crosby
Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Dallas
Steve and Clay Davidson
Becky and Fred Davis
Mr. and Mrs. Earl G. Davis, Jr.
Nancy and Clyde Dearman
Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Decker
Denise Bounds Insurance LLC
Miss Donna Dewett
Pam Dollar
Donatic
Donut Barn
Mr.and Mrs. Arthur W. Doty
Mr. and Mrs. Bob A. Dunaway
Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Dunn III
Thomas J. Dwyer
Early Enterprises
Mr. and Mrs. Larry W. Edwards
Ellis Construction Services, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Finkelberg
First Baptist Church of Byram
First Baptist Church of Jackson:
Hope & Joy SS Class
First Baptist Church of Raymond Euzelian
Sunday School Class
Linda and Brian Fisher
Dr. and Mrs. James Fitchie
Carolyn R. Forbes
Margaret Anne and Marcy Forester
Lisa S. Fortenberry
Meg and Trent Fortenberry
Bobby Franklin
Franklin Telephone and Meadville
Telapex Employee
Mr. and Mrs. Don Frazier
Fresh Cut Catering and Floral
Friends of the Flowood Library
Teresa and Rick Funderburke
Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan D. Gammill
Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan D. Gammill
Cecilia A. Garris
Mr. and Mrs. Gene A. Gaston
Elizabeth and Jack Gibson
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Gideon
Mr. and Mrs. Winston L. Gilmore
Skipper Giordano
Mary and Larry Glass
Mr. and Mrs. William F. Goodman, Jr.
Vivian Graham
Marianne L. Grantham
Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Greer
Jolyn and Marc Greer
Mrs. Hazel H. Griffin
Mr. and Mrs. Trey Griffith
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hacskaylo
Mr. Dick Hall
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hamel
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald M. Hanson
Mr. and Mrs. Thornton Hardie III
Dr. and Mrs. William K. Harper
Mr. and Mrs. William C. Harrell
Mr. and Mrs. David Harrington
Mr. and Mrs. Jes Harrington
Betty C. Heard
Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Heidelberg, III
Mr.and Mrs. Clyde C. Hemphill, Jr.
Heritage Luncheon Club
Joe Hester
Highlands Presbyterian Church
Rev. Joe Hill
Beth Ann and Tom Hinds
Hinds CC HOSA Students: Health Science II
Betty Lynn Hinton
Holmes CC OTA Students
Hometown Magazine
Dorothy A. Hubbard
Matthew Huddleston
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Huerkamp
Mr. Dan C. Hughes, Jr.
Jackson Communications
Jackson Prep Big Brothers Big Sisters
Jaco’s Tacos
Dr. and Mrs. James L. Hughes
Beth and Gerald Jacks
Renee and Jeff Johnson
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen A. Johnson
Mrs. Carolyn L. Jones
Gail and Rob Jones
Mrs. Grace L. Jones
Mr. and Mrs. Ray E. Jones, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Kendall III
Mr. and Mrs. Ted Kendall, IV
Lois T. Kennedy
Allison Killebrew
Katie and Michael King
Martha and Dick King
Mr. and Mrs. Crane D. Kipp
Cynthia Kitchens
Mrs. Jim Kitchens
Todd Klein
Kroger in Flowood
Matthew F. Kuluz
Eva and Richard Lacey
Mr. and Mrs. Milton K. LaDue
Lake Cavalier Fishing Association
Lakeside Presbyterian School
Mr. and Mrs. William Lancaster
John W. Land
Miss Lisa G. Latham
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lewis
Mrs. Colleen T. Lipscomb
Tacey C. Locke
Lyle Machinery
Katherine Magann
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Maglisceau
Mr. and Mrs. Ed R. Mangum
Jodie and Bob Martin
Marvin UMC: United Methodist Women
Mary Anne and Larry Lefoldt
Bettye and Dick Mason
Houston E. Mathes
Bettye May
Monica May
Cheryl and Michael McAlpin
Mr. and Mrs. Gerald W. McCormick
Jane and Tom McCraney
McDade’s Market
Carolyn and Max McDaniel
Carolyn and John McIntyre
Susan and William McIntyre
Ms. Gail S. McKay
Mary and Charles McLemore
Jane and Jim McNaughton
Mr. and Mrs. Michael McNeese
Michael’s in Flowood
Metro Mechanical, Inc.
Michael Bishop Insurance, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. James A. Milam
Mississippi Children’s Museum
Mississippi Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance
Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Mitcham
Gloria Montgomery
Leigh Anne and Brooks Moore
Karen and Ed Morgan
Mr. and Mrs. Todd Morris
Mr. William Morris
Mount Carmel Baptist Church
Robert S. Murphree
Kenneth Nance
Mr. and Mrs. William R. Nation, Jr.
National Assoc. of Trane Franchise Holders
Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Nations
Mr. and Mrs. H. Thomas Nichols, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. John T. Noblin
Northshore Elementary First Grade Classes
Cindy and Bennie Nutt
Theresa and Lee Nutt
Oral and Facial Surgery of MS
W. K. Paine
Park Place Christian Academy Faculty
and Students
Parker Real Estate Properties, LLC
Parkway Baptist Church Ladies on a Mission
Parlor Salon
Mrs. Vicki Parnell
Mark Pasetsky
Paul Flood Real Estate, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Emil Pawlik
Debbie and Bill Pierce
Percy King’s Amazing Animals
Ms. Rebecca A. Perkins
In-Kind Donor
21
100 – $499 Donors continued
$
Pete Patrick Tire Service, Inc.
Karen and Bill Peters
Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Phillips, Jr.
Joy and Frank Phillips
Pinelake Baptist Church
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Pittman
Plantation Royalty LLC
Mr. and Mrs. William A. Primos
Rankin County News
Mr. and Mrs. William A. Ray
Maureen M. Raymond
Redd Pest Solutions
Reddy Ice
Mr. and Mrs. R. Miller Reid
Alice and Frank Reilly
Martha and James Rester
Rhodes Creek Baptist Church
Rials Electric, Inc
Ann and Marvin Rice
Rivers Greenhouse and Garden
Riverside Independent Methodist Church
Dr. and Mrs. Michael D. Robbins
Richard Rodgers
Mr. and Mrs. Roderick S. Russ, III
Salley, Hite, Mercer & Resor, LLC
$
99 & below Donors
Alpha Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa
American Blueprint & Copy Center, Inc.
ASAP Printing and Copying
Babalu, LLC
Beverly Abernathy
Betty Adams
Michelle and Bill Adcock
Mrs. Richard W. Aiken
Mrs. Nancy Alford
Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Allen
Beth and John Allgood
Pat and Clifford Ammons
Anonymous
Anonymous
Beverly and Jim Arganbright
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Arnold, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Ashley
Tony Bahou
Peggy and Clyde Ballard
Brenda T. Bankston
Dorothy W. Barber
Mr. and Mrs. Jep Barbour
Dr. and Mrs. Fred F. Barrett
Mr. and Mrs. James W. Beam
Mrs. Barbara T. Bell
Tina and Bill Bennett
Heather M. Biddle
Carolyn Boleware
Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Bolton
Shannon and Dan Boyce
22
Sanders Incorporated
Mr. Edward Schmidt
Ms. Andrea L. Schuler
Schwab Charitable Fund
Dr. David Seago
Dr. and Mrs. Donald L. Seago
Lorraine and John Seiberlich
Raphael Semmes
Clara and Tommy Shack
Erin Simonson
Mr. and Mrs. Al Simonson
Mrs. Rose M. Simonson
Amanda J. Sisson
Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Skelton
Pamela and Steven Sliman
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel J. Sliman
Mr. and Mrs. Hartley Smith
Smoothie King
St. Dominic Health Services, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew J. Stephens
Martha and James Stringer
Strong United Methodist Church
Subway
Mr. and Mrs. James C. Sumner
Sunbelt Bolt & Screw Co., Inc.
Anne A. Branch
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Brennan
Mrs. Jean T. Brewer
Phil and Tommie Broadhead
Amy Brooks
Julia Brown
Ms. Robin S. Browning
Mrs. Deborah Bryant
Kathy and Keith Buchanan
Mrs. Lila Buckley
Lawrence A. Bull
Zella D. Buntyn
Mary Burge
Patsy and Shay Burks
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Byrd
Mrs. Ivy C. Callegan
Mrs. Virginia R. Campbell
Mrs. Natie Caraway
Susan and Greg Caraway
Neil Carr
Jan Carter
Rachel and Ken Causey
Jo Anne Caven
Mary and James Chaisson
Dr. and Mrs. Alfred Chesnutt
Mr. and Mrs. David Chew
Chick-fil-a at Dogwood Festival
City of Flowood
Lisa and Timothy Clarke
Alycia Cleinman
Vicki and Stewart Swayze
Mignonne and James Tadlock
Mrs. Eleanor C. Taylor
Elizabeth Y. Taylor
Mrs. Judy Terry
Terry-Trane Service Agency Employees
The CGM Group
The Diaz Law Firm, PLLC
The Landing
The Mississippi Baptist Foundation
The Stone Source
The Tire Depot LLC
Total Comm Solutions, Inc.
Dr. David P. Trebotich
Truitt Memorial Baptist Church
Trustmark
Trustmark National Bank
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Turnipseed
Mrs. Katie S. Tyler
Ann Tynes
Tyson Foods/Pearl Lab
UMMC Grants Ferry
Utica Baptist Church
Utica Christian Church New Seekers
Marianne and Ron Veazey
Amy and Greg Waldon
Walgreens in Flowood
Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Wallace
Walmart in Pearl
Eve Walsh
Dr. and Mrs. Lloyd C. Warr
Dr. and Mrs. Jim Watson
Mr. and Mrs. Troy Weathersby
Ms. Ann Webb
Mrs. Sue C. Webb
Cheryl and Calvin Wells
Mr. and Mrs. Robby Wester
Mrs. Jeanne White
Lee Ann Whitley
Wilderness Forever, Inc.
Shawn and Bob Wilkerson
William A. Harrison, Inc.
Wingstop
Scott C. Woods
Mr. and Mrs. Wirt A. Yerger, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Wirt A. Yerger III
Elizabeth and James Young
Dr. Joseph S. Young
Mrs. Mary M. Youngblood
Ann and Jim Coggin
Leigh Anne Coleman
Mrs. S. R. Coleman
College Corner
Theresa T. Conerly
Jean Coppenbarger
Ms. Janelle Craig
Laura and James Craig
Mrs. Beth C. Crasto
Mrs. J. W. Crawford, Jr.
Catherine and John Cross
Elaine Cunningham
Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Currie, Jr.
Becky Davant
Cindy Davis
Lisa W. Davis
Marlene E. Davis
Rebekah and John Dawson
Mary Anne Day
Dean & Dean/Associates Architects, PA
Trina and Becky Dendy
Denise and Wallace DeRossette
Dickey’s Barbecue
Doris B. Earnest
Karen and Mark Easterling
Rev. and Mrs. David Elliott
Carol Ethridge
Stacy Everett
Explorers Sunday School Class
Kathlen Fagan
Peggy and Robert Faries
Sue Farmer
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph D. Farr
Melissa and Jason Ferguson
First Baptist Church of Jackson: WMU
First Presbyterian Church Friday Morning
Prayer Group
H. L. Fleming
Karen Fleming
Loretta and Paul Flood
Lori and David Flood
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Flood
Flowood Chamber of Commerce
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ford
Mr. Dickens Q. Fournet
Charlene and Bill Foushee
Janice Fulton
Marilyn D. Gardner
Germantown High School
Mrs. Kathy Gibson
Tomie Gibson
Jan Gilbert
Patsy Gilmore
Irene Ginn
Cheryl S. Giordano
Cheryl S. Giordano
April and Mike Gittleson
Steven Glascoe
Grandview Interior Design
Dr. and Mrs. G. R. Ricky Gray
In-Kind Donor
Geralyn Gray-Lewis
Mrs. Faye L. Green
Mr. and Mrs. Brooks Greer
Joseph P. Griffin
Beth Guider
Mr. and Mrs. David Hancock
Janis Harden
Mrs. Donna Jean Harlow
Melissa and Scottie Harmon
Betty Harpe
Jackie and DaLena Harrell
Jessica L. Harris
Mrs. William L. Harry
Diane and David Hartman
Harvey Construction Company
Mrs. Mary M. Haslob
Clyde A. Hatchell
Virginia Heim
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas L. Hemphill
Sandra and George Henderson
Mrs. Marguerite B. Herring
Jo Hester
Martha J. Hill
Mrs. Kathy Hilton
Janet and David Hodges
Brenda and Steve Holcombe
Mr. and Mrs. Allen Holiman
Mrs. William H. Holman
Janet Holmes
Mr. and Mrs. Jamie Houston III
Sandra and Stanley Howell
Rosemary Huff
Jo Ann and Herb Hupperich
Sarah and Bob Hutson
Naoka Ikemoto
Carolyn Ivey
Lori and Bob Jackman
Diane Jackson
Candace Jeffrey
Mr.and Mrs. A. T. Johnson, Jr.
Allison and Robert Johnson
Dorothy D. Johnson
Mrs. Frances A. Johnson
Sue and Otis Johnson
Dr. J. Harvey Johnston, Jr.
Sally L. Jones
Dr. and Mrs. James Joransen
Mary Jo Kelly
Mrs. John L. Kennedy, Jr.
Marjorine R. Kirk
Alicia and Ken Knotts
Kroger
Lisa and Robert Lake
Elise Lambuth
Amy Lee
Chandy and Lee Lee
Steve Lee
Mr. and Mrs. John Lewis
Ms. Susan R. Lindsay
Mr. and Mrs. Van A. Lucas
Mr. Paul Maloney
Mr. and Mrs. David Marchetti
Susan Margraf
Rev. and Mrs. Billy Martinson
Material Girls, LLC
McAlister’s Deli
McAlister’s Deli in Brandon
Charles McAlpin
Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. McClain
Corinne and Phillip McDade
Charlotte McDonnell
Ronnie McGinnis
Sue R. McKnight
Mr. and Mrs. Mike McNames
Joyce H. McPherson
Jan and Gilbert McSpadden
Dr. and Mrs. John McVey
Harold L. Miller Atty.
Star Miller
Mr. and Mrs. William C. Miller
Millsaps College Volunteers
Margaret Minges
Mississippi Auto Companion
Mississippi Magazine
Dr. and Mrs. Don Q. Mitchell
Kevin P. Mitchell
Betty and R.C. Mobley
Helen and James Moffat
Ann and Ed Montague
Bob Montgomery
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Mooney
Mr. and Mrs. James L. Moore
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Morrison
Margaret and Sam Morse
Glynda and Ford Mosby
Mrs. Carol R. Mosley
Minnie and Henry Moudy
Ann and Robert Munn
Barbara and Dan Murphy
Ms. Barbara Neel
Dr. and Mrs. Walter P. Neely
Lisa and Chuck Nicholson
Madge F. Noble
Jacqueline S. Noel
Northwest Rankin Middle School
Mr. Gary Q. Nowell
Mrs. Richard M. Nowell
Ann and Jim O'Quinn
Beth and Steve Orlansky
Carley and Tommy Page
Mr. and Mrs. Jack S. Parker
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Partridge
Nancy and Robert Pavy
Paula Pearson
Pelahatchie UMC Women
Mrs. Charlotte Perkins
Tripp Perkins
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Pharr
Tammy Phillips
Debbie and Bill Pierce
Piggly Wiggly in Brandon
Laura Platon
Nathaniel Porter
Mr. Don Potts
Mr. Fred A. Powell
Mr. and Mrs. Grady Prevost
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth A. Primos
Shelia and Lamar Puryear
Mrs. Allene S. Putnam
Danita W. Quebedeau
Saralyn S. Quinn
Marcia and Steven Rachel
Mrs. Bobby Raines
Rev. and Mrs. Mark T. Ratcliffe Sr.
Mary Rawson
Ms. Wanda W. Regan
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Remus
Mr. and Mrs. Bernard J. Richards
Helen Ridgeway
Mr. and Mrs. Ben Roberson
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Robinson
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Roby
Judy P. Rogers
Mary and Jess Roques
Karen and Michael Ruffin
Joanne Samson
Emily and Brister Sanders
Amy L. Savell
Mr. and Mrs. Pat H. Scanlon
Pam and John Scarborough
Jennifer and Robert Seward
Mr. and Mrs. Chris Shapley
Kirsten Shaw
William H. Sheffield
Sheffield Rentals
Shell on Luckney Road
Mr. and Mrs. John E. Sherrod, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. George Showah
Mr. and Mrs. George Showah
Signmark
Betty Simmons
McKay Simrall
Ms. Sylvia Slack
Mr. and Mrs. H. Melvin Smith
Latasha Smith
Sombra Mexican Kitchen
Barbara Sones
Sonny’s BBQ
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Sorgenfrei
Rebecca and John Spicer
Standing Pine Nursery, Inc.
Dr. and Mrs. Jim Stewart
Dr. and Mrs. Jim Stewart
Sarah P. Strohm
Angela Stroud
Dr. and Mrs. Crawley Stubblefield
Joseph B. Styron
Mae Sullivan
Rev. and Mrs. Richard K. Swayze
Sweet Peppers Deli
Tann, Brown & Russ Co., PLLC
Mr. Granville Tate, Jr.
Katherine Tate
Radie G. Tatum
Mary and Chico Taylor
The Beauty Bar
The Fresh Market
Therapeutic Bliss, Inc.
Leslie D. Thomas
Elizabeth R. Thompson
Frances J. Thompson
Mrs. Helene L. Thompson
Mrs. Hazel B. Thornton
Virginia Thornton
Mitsi and Travis Tigrett
Jeanne A. Till
Tommie D. Tolar
Sandra and Ken Toler
Mrs. Patti Travis
Mr. and Mrs. Marcus A. Treadway, Jr.
Truitt Memorial Baptist Church
Linda and Marion Truitt
Trustmark National Bank
Holly and Matthew Tucker
Tyer's Professional Auto Service
UMMC Occupational Therapy Students
United Methodist Women of Crawford St.
Methodist Church
Betty and Garland Upton
Mr. Joel Varner
Judy and Charles Varner
Mr. Frank Venturini, Sr.
Victory Methodist Church
Ruby F. Wadford
Libby Walden
Rose Marie Walden
Lowell Walker
Helen and Lyons Walsh
Cindy and Ken Weaver
Dianna and Mark Webb
Mike Weber
Sharon and James Weems
Elizabeth O. Weir
Mrs. James Wellborn
Ms. Patricia White
Sarah W. White
Whitney Bank, Legal Department
Gray Wiggers
Anne and Joe Wilkins
Erin and Zach Williams
Jean and Kelly Williams
Sue and Hettie Jo Williams
Suzi and Pete Williams
Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. Williford
Alabel M. Wiser
Stacy and Michael Wolf
Wilhelmina Wood
Mr. and Mrs. Frank York
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