Who We Are

Organization

The Montgomery Institute (TMI) was organized as a Mississippi non-profit corporation domiciled in Meridian, Mississippi, on October 27, 1999.  On May 29, 2001, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued a preliminary letter of determination qualifying TMI as a Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.  On May 31, 2006, the IRS issued a post-review letter of determination classifying TMI as a Section 501(c)(3) public charity.

Vision

To create a partially endowed, politically independent entity that will educate, train, and inform leaders who will, then, be able to instigate, nurture, promote, coordinate, and assist in the formation, direction, and execution of undertakings leading to the upbuilding of communities in East Mississippi and West Alabama.

Purpose

TMI was organized for the following exclusively charitable and educational purposes:

To train and develop individuals in leadership skills, promote strategic thinking about and analysis of societal issues for the betterment of the communities in the eastern portions of Mississippi and the western portions of Alabama;

To develop and disseminate information designed to promote human and infrastructure development in the east portions of Mississippi and the western portions of Alabama; and

To acquire, establish, retain and maintain a fund or funds to be held, invested and used exclusively in furtherance of such charitable and educational purposes.

Pursuing the Mission

When the organization received permission from the late G.V. “Sonny” Montgomery to name the Institute after him, TMI agreed to do two things.  First, it would pursue its program of work “guided by the leadership legacy of G.V. ‘Sonny’ Montgomery.”  Second, it would preserve and promote Sonny’s legacy.  TMI has consistently strived to live up to these commitments and will continue to do so.


TMI/CHIN NEWS AND UPDATES

Diabetes in Mississippi

https://youtu.be/7YKESe0p0ck?si=YR6oMjQErUy5qVYl Approximately 345,500 adults in Mississippi, or 15.3% of the adult population, have been diagnosed with diabetes. Britney Kersh, DNP, FNP-C, Family Nurse Practitioner at Greater Meridian Health Clinic, says, “Diabetes is a dangerous long-term chronic disease that causes disability. It can lead to complications such as heart disease, stroke, blindness, and even amputation. Regular…

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Another Successful Lunch & Learn With CHIN Partners

According to the National Center for PTSD, about 8 million adults in the U.S. experience PTSD during any given year. Without proper care, PTSD can lead to devastating outcomes, including self-harm and suicide. Dr. Lin Hogan and Mike Couch led our September 30 Lunch & Learn on mental health, focusing on early recognition and treatment…

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Driving the Economy – MSA Pines Region Songwriter Festival

The 2024 MSA Pines Region Songwriters Festival was a resounding success in achieving its goals. The event provided a platform for songwriters to showcase their talent, enriched the local economy, and fostered public appreciation for the craft of songwriting. Through high-quality performances, educational initiatives, and widespread public access, the festival left a lasting impact on…

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TMI Founder Bill Crawford Publishes His First Book

The Montgomery Institute congratulates its founder, Bill Crawford, on his forthcoming book, A Republican’s Lament: Mississippi Needs Good Government Conservatives (The University Press of Mississippi—release date October 15). The book promises insightful reflections on leadership, politics and the values that have guided Crawford’s journey. Bill has been a visionary leader, dedicating decades to public service,…

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Lunch & Learn: Lung Health Awareness

Enjoy this video of the August 27, 2024 Lunch and Learn on Healthy Lung Awareness presented by Dr. Asad Khan, who specializes in interventional pulmonology and critical care medicine at Ochsner Health. We are thrilled that we had 150 registrants at this Lunch & Learn. https://youtu.be/LGtfie-6O1A?si=1UWsnkYavb5KIvTI feature photo by Hopestar21 at Pixabay

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