We believe that illness has no boundaries, and compassion has no limits.
The KIS Foundation, Inc., is dedicated to improving the social health and quality of life for patients and families living with Sickle Cell Disease. We are firm believers that individuals and groups should not simply wait for SCD to affect them personally before getting involved and making a difference. This proactive outlook combined with a community service-based infrastructure has made The KIS Foundation, Inc. a successful non-profit organization for over 19 years.
The KIS Foundation, Inc., partners with the Milwaukee Blood Donation Center (Versiti on King) in Wisconsin, for Sickle Cell Disease.
September 19, 2025
During National Sickle Cell Disease Month, KIS Founder & Executive Director, KiKi Shepard tours the Milwaukee Blood Donation Center (Versiti on King) in Wisconsin.
This new blood donation and community resource center has focus on conditions like sickle cell disease, lupus, cancer, and organ failure that disproportionately impact people of color. Versiti on King collaborates with local health experts to educate and raise awareness about the critical importance of maintaining a vibrant and varied blood supply, disease prevention, and accessible healthcare resources.
The KIS Foundation Announces the 2025 Educational Summit Scholarship Awardees
September 15, 2025
The KIS Foundation, Inc., is pleased to announce the SCD Warriors who were chosen to receive almost $13,000.00 in scholarships funds distributed from the 2025 Sickle Cell Support Effort Program! Each of the seven winners received $1,850.00 to attend the Cayenne Wellness Foundation’s 17th Annual Sickle Cell Disease Educational Summit, that was held on September 17 – 20, 2025 in San Jose, California.
The scholarship award recipients include:
Amanda Tucker
Dana McCoy
Hanif Mouehla
Renee Kirby
Shyra Arrington
Cheree Peoples
Shayla Rucker
The winners were chosen based on an essay about “Why attending the Educational Summit is important to them as a Sickle Cell Warrior?” The scholarship award included a Full Summit Ticket; Lodging (4 Nights); All meals and beverages; and Access to every In-Person and Virtual Activity and Workshop/Session.
Congratulations to each of our Winners!
We are so honored, and pleased to announce that we are officially SOLD OUT for the 7th Year in a Row!
Our goal is to enable Warriors to better physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially manage most eventualities occurring as a SCD child grows into adulthood and beyond, and also to aide young SCD adults in becoming independently stable as they mature into adult responsibilities, after leaving their parents’ care.
The KIS Foundation is proud to support the next generation of leaders in the SCD community, and we are now accepting Sickle Cell Educational Summit Scholarship Applications.
Award Amount: $1,850.00 - Five (5) Scholarships Available.
Completed applications must be received by August 8, 2025.
Awardees will be notified by August 15, 2025.
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KiKi Shepard's 7th Annual "Celebrity Golf Classic" hosted by LA Lakers Legend Byron Scott, will be held on Monday, September 15, 2025, benefiting The K I S Foundation, Inc. You’re Invited to join us as we return to the stunning Porter Valley Country Club, in Los Angeles, California. This amazing event strives to educate the public about Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), how it is spread, its debilitating and deadly effects, ways of prevention, yearly hands-on support of this deserving community, and the need to get tested now!
Learn about Sickle cell disease
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A letter from
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Read a letter from our Founder KiKi Shepard, describing her passions and experiences with SCD.
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Upcoming KIS Events
Here is a quick look at some of the upcoming events The KIS Foundation, Inc. has lined up in the near future.
For the 7th year, this amazing event strives to educate the public about Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), raise awareness, and advocacy and encourage everyone to get tested now! We invite you to Join Us on Monday, September 15, 2025 for a great day of fun and philanthropy, benefiting this underserved community.
Sickle Cell Disease: In The News
Our mission is to raise awareness, advocate and educate, and to remain current with SCD news in the community.
