MissionCreating sustainable solutions to bridge the opportunity divide among the Latino and underserved communities.VisionA world where underserved communities have equal access to opportunity.The William & Lanaea C. Featherstone Foundation, an award-winning nonprofit, has an unparalleled reputation for advancing economic outcomes of immigrant families. The Foundation is on the forefront empowering first-generation students to achieve higher education – and tackling unemployment and underemployment through its innovative workforce program.In 2008, an enterprising husband and wife team launched the Foundation to bridge the opportunity divide and develop programs that promote self-sufficiency, economic empowerment and stronger communities. In 2013, Lanaea Featherstone received an Open Society Institute Baltimore Community Fellowship for her efforts empowering immigrant communities. In 2016, the Foundation received a Governor's Citation for promoting economic growth.Foundation AwardsResolution from Councilman Zeke Cohen for our "outstanding contribution to tomorrow's workforce development." (2019)Maryland Governor's Citation for promoting economic growth across the state. (2016)Community Service Award, Baltimore Gas and Electric (2016)Community Service Awards, Greater Mondawmin Coordinating Council (2016)Nonprofit of the Year Award, Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (2015)Community Service Award, Latino Providers' Network (2015)MELLFIN Family Engagement Award, English Language Learner Family Involvement Network. (2015)Community Service Award, Winchester Homes (2008)Lanaea C. Featherstone's AwardsThe Daily Record Newspaper's "Leading Women Award" (2018)Women on the Move Award, Associated Black Charities (2017)The Daily Record Newspaper, VIP Award (2016)Open Society Institute Baltimore Fellowship (2013)