ST. LOUIS, July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities (CFCC), a national family foundation transforming leadership through the science of care, emotional intelligence, and intentional listening, proudly marks its 15th anniversary. With a focus on building stronger workplaces and communities, CFCC has delivered 1,000 leadership development classes nationwide—empowering thousands of professionals with the human- centered skills that drive trust, engagement, and performance.
The Chapman Foundation celebrated its 1,000th class on June 5 in Midland, Michigan, during a session of Our Community Listens, the first of CFCC’s foundational classes.
Founded in 2010 by Bob Chapman, Chairman and CEO of Barry-Wehmiller, CFCC specializes in transformational learning programs designed to strengthen relationships, align teams, and build stronger communities. With regional hubs in Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, and South Carolina, CFCC has established a solid foundation for impact. Its reach spans nationwide, reflecting its commitment to meaningful change.
“This milestone affirms what organizational research and experience make clear: human connection is a catalyst for performance and wellbeing,” said Misty Janks, Organizational Psychologist & CEO of CFCC. “When leaders build the capacity to truly listen and connect, they create the conditions for trust, engagement, and meaningful collaboration. These 1,000 classes are not just milestones; they are moments of transformation that are helping reshape how organizations think about leadership and culture.”
Inspired by its vision to “imagine a society where leaders have the skills and courage to care,” CFCC actively works to create meaningful change. With a dedicated team and a growing network of alumni, the foundation focuses on supporting communities, one relationship at a time.
About the Foundation
The Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities is a national family foundation committed to creating stronger, more connected communities. Through leadership and communication programs, the foundation empowers individuals and teams to build trust, foster meaningful connections, and create lasting positive change. For more information, visit chapmancommunities.org.
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Media Contact: Natalie VanDyke; natalie.vandyke@chapmancommunities.org
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