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The Foundation was created by Kenneth A. Picerne, President and Chairman of the Board of The Picerne Group. The Picerne Group is a privately held U.S. corporation that focuses on domestic and international real estate—based investments. The Picerne Group has a 20-year history of success that is built upon the premise that acting in a socially responsible manner, with integrity and honesty, leads to personal success and a thriving community. For many years, Mr. Picerne has contributed to non-profit organizations. In 2004, he formed the Kenneth A. Picerne Foundation as an independent private operating foundation (501c3). The Foundation applies The Picerne Group investment strategies to achieve its philanthropic ends. For more information about Mr. Picerne and The Picerne Group, visit The Picerne Group.   Investing in Human Development The Foundation's mission is to create innovative and impactful programs that enhance healthy human development. Our programs: Are unique and creative Demonstrate significant social value Are scalable and replicable Follow an entrepreneurial business model Please view the Programs page to see examples of how we put our ideas into action.