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.
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; 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.
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.
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
Kidney Care Lunch & Learn
https://youtu.be/VVF8bgQQT58
From the Ground Up: How Healthy Feet Support Your Whole Body
https://youtu.be/jATR5Jg-2t8?si=gESIp86JO9WB-I51 Balance Begins with Healthy FeetStrong, flexible feet improve your balance, reduce your risk of falls, and keep you active longer. A few minutes of daily stretching and walking can make a big difference.Join us on August 25 at noon at NorthPark Church, 7770 Highway 39 North, Meridian, Miss. RSVP 601/483-2661.
The 2025 MSA Pines Region Songwriters Festival
Downtown Meridian came alive with music, laughter, and stories this July as the 2025 MSA Pines Region Songwriters Festival returned for its second official year. Held July 18–19, the festival filled local venues and cultural spaces with original songs, heartfelt storytelling, and the community spirit that only live music creates. The festival was made possible…
Know Your Numbers Lunch & Learn
The Community Health Improvement Network (CHIN) hosted a Lunch and Learn event focusing on “Knowing Your Numbers” on January 24, 2025 at NorthPark Church, Meridian, MS 39305. CHIN President Beverly Knox explained, “As we enter this new year…let’s start by learning the four most important numbers to improve our health.” Dr. Sarah Anderson, D O…
Crisis Intervention
Mental health emergencies like suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, self-harm, and domestic violence are increasingly affecting communities across the nation—and our local area is no exception. That’s why the Community Health Improvement Network (CHIN), in partnership with The Montgomery Institute hosted a vital Lunch & Learn on Crisis Intervention on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at NorthPark…
TMI/CHIN BEGINS DFC INITIATIVE
TMI/CHIN Drug Free Communities (DFC) is happy to kick off their drug education classes with Meridian High School boys’ PE classes. In these classes, the students will complete the Safety First course offered by Stanford Medicine REACH Lab and facilitated by Project Director Lacey Williams.