Welcome

Welcome to my Foundation Web site and thank you for taking an interest in my charitable activities. Growing up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, I was blessed to have people in my life who taught me the importance of helping others in need.

I did not grow up with many material things, but I was surrounded by the love of my family, friends and coaches. My mother worked overtime to put food on the table and a roof over our heads. Although we did not have much, she taught me how to give of myself and to be generous to those in need.

Walking down the street you will see common, everyday people going about their daily lives, working hard to make ends meet. Look closer and you will see their hardships and responsibilities.

…the mother on the street holding her toddler in one arm as she waits for the city bus so she can take her child to daycare and then go to work.

…the lady at the grocery store check–out counter with three kids in tow having to put items back because she just does not have enough money to cover the bill.

Look even closer and you will see the pride in their eyes that they are doing everything they can to provide for their children. These are the people I feel most compelled to help. The Warrick Dunn Foundation strives to help those who are helping themselves. I learned a long time ago that you cannot be all things to all people. However, each of us can do our part to help in some small way to make our community a better place to live. As a result of growing up in a single-parent household, I have focused my charitable efforts on helping single parent families obtain first-time homeownership. I believe that homeownership is the foundation for establishing a stable and productive family environment, an environment in which children can thrive educationally, socially and economically.

Sincerely,
Warrick Dunn