Our Programs
- To include the following but not limited to:
Our collaborative initiatives offer various programs for high school students, including educational film and television training, vocational skills training, literacy programs, mental health forums, and artistic workshops, as well as pathways to jobs and careers.
IMPACT
Who We Serve and Why
The MVP3 Foundation is dedicated to healing communities through the arts, focusing on the entire Tennessee area and creating hubs with a national and global reach through a give-back program. Our clients include low-income, at-risk youth and adults from various districts in Memphis and Shelby County, and beyond. We recruit service providers, offer training through grant- and donor-funded programs, and raise awareness by providing a platform for partners to educate low- to moderate-income families while serving students in film, TV, music, and the arts to provide them with skills and jobs. Our programs aim to address the needs of at-risk youth and young adults by offering skilled training and certification opportunities, thereby building bridges locally, statewide, nationally, and globally to showcase Tennessee talent. By providing resources and support, we strive to decrease unemployment, juvenile crime, truancy, and dropout rates while creating positive change in the community.
The MVP3 Foundation exists to provide healing through the arts, fusing academics, training, mentorship, and career guidance in innovative ways based on real-world context. Our student programs and work-based learning programs provide workforce preparedness in the arts, empowering at-risk youth and young adults to become independent adults through experiential learning.
We also offer media and financial literacy programs. We develop educational films and teach the importance of integrity in media. Our pilot 36-week program, in partnership with Westwood High School, offers a hands-on introduction to film and television, with participants eligible for paid internships through our Student Film/TV program. Summer camps, led by our team of experienced instructors, provide hands-on skills and an introduction to film, music, and creative arts.
Our partnership with Collierville Schools provides students with additional skills and a platform to showcase their work. We also partner with other high schools and colleges. We invite you to join us and support our efforts with a generous donation. Your contribution will enable us to create a greater impact through our facilitator program and other initiatives.
Spotlight Initiatives: The Esther Fund, which supports women, children, and families in need, connects them with resources for further assistance.
In partnership with Abundant Earth Global CDC and REGenesys, the Project Trinity Program creates a pathway for students to learn about farming, sustainable living, and community garden building. Our Wall of Fame and artistry building on Front Street in Memphis showcases murals by artists and highlights the history of musicians and entertainers who have positively impacted our community and society.
One of our objectives is to support musicians through our 'Let's Come Together' music series, featuring original music and performances by emerging and established musicians. Tune in to our live events in the Nashville or Memphis area or stream us on MVP3 Network to promote tourism, compensate artists, and highlight undiscovered and underrepresented talent, while fostering community healing through the arts.
For more information, please contact info@MVP3foundation.org.
We express our sincerest gratitude for your contribution to our mission.
Sincerely,
Marie Pizano, President and Founder, and the Board of the MVP3 Foundation and advisory board members
MVP3 Foundation's Recognition from the State of Tennessee
Recognitions
We are very honored and humbled to receive the Appreciation recognition from Governor Lee / State of Tennessee for outstanding service in the best interests and in the highest traditions of the State of Tennessee.
Below TN State House Recognition and Proclamation from Mayor Lee Harris of Shelby County, TN.
Global Partnership and Recognition
Empowering Communities Globally advocating to reduce trauma
DURING THE FINDING MY YES CAMPAIGN TO REDUCE TRAUMA FOR OUR YOUTH AT A TIMES SQUARE EVENT, GLOBAL MENTAL HEALTH EXPERT AND GLOBAL ORGANIZATION ENDORSED OUR FOUNDERS EFFORTS THROUGH HER STORY TO HIGHLIGHT THE IMPACT SHE HAS CREATED THROUGH THE MVP3 FOUNDATION
*** 12 STEPS TO FINDING YOUR YES / FINDING YOR YES PROGRAM AND CAMPAIGN TO BRING AWARENESS AND ADVOCATE FOR DV SURVIVORS AND MIGATE CHILDHOOD TRAUMA.
As someone who has spent decades in the mental health field and as co-founder of TUFF.earth, an global organization devoted to building bridges across communities and fostering healing through unity, I have witnessed countless stories of resilience, courage, and transformation. Yet, few have been as profoundly moving and as universally inspiring as the story of Marie Pizano.
Marie is more than a leader—she is a force of nature. Her life is a testament to what is possible when we dare to confront our deepest traumas and rise, not just for ourselves but for those around us. Her relentless dedication to healing communities, empowering individuals, and championing hope is a beacon in a world often clouded by despair.
In this book, Marie doesn’t just share her journey; she opens a door to a deeper truth about the human condition. She reveals how, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles, we all possess an untapped reservoir of strength, courage, and resilience. Her story is a rallying cry—a call to action for anyone who has ever felt defeated, broken, or lost.
What sets Marie apart is not only her ability to rise but her commitment to lifting others as she does. She has made it her mission to empower those around her to find their voice, rediscover their purpose, and say “yes” to life, even in the face of overwhelming odds. Her journey reminds us that adversity is not the end of the story but the beginning of a transformation that can change not only individuals but entire communities.
I have seen firsthand how the power of one individual’s story can ignite movements and inspire transformative change. Marie’s work is a shining example of this truth. She is living proof that the human spirit, when nurtured by love, purpose, and determination, is unstoppable.
It is with the deepest admiration and respect that I endorse this remarkable book and the life-changing message it carries. Marie Pizano’s story is not just a narrative—it’s a call to arms for every individual, every family, and every community seeking to rise from the ashes of trauma and forge a brighter, more united future.
May this book serve as a catalyst for healing, resilience, and hope. And may Marie’s message inspire a global movement toward the kind of transformative change that our world so desperately needs—a world where unity triumphs over division, hope triumphs over despair, and we all find the courage to say “yes” to life.
-Dr. Shamender Talwar PhD FRSACo-founder of TUFF.earth.
NATIONAL/GOBAL ACE's EXPERT COLLABORATES with MVP3 Foundatio
Becky Hass
International advocate and trainer for Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Positive Childhood Experiences (PCS) joins forces in Memphis though MVP3 Foundation to raise awareness and educate. Photo from the MVP3 Foundation speaker series at Westwood High School, Memphis , TN in partnership with JAG TN, a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course through the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE).