Tamica Fricks started the Kendel Sherman Foundation in memory of her daughter, Kendel, who departed this earth in 2015 from Enterovirus 69. The foundation started in 2016 with a sole emphasis on Asthma education and outreach. Now, the organization is committed to serving the community through:

Health Education

Offering FREE Narcan Training and Distribution
Offering CPR Certification Classes*
Offering AVERT (Active Violence Emergency Response Training) Classes
Asthma Education
AMI (Accessible Medication Initiative) Program

Youth Achievement

Bi-weekly Let's Talk Teen Programming
College Visits
Guest Speakers
Engaging Activities and Trips

Community Engagement

Health and Safety Fairs
Community Events and Celebrations

*Eligible Participants can receive a FREE certification through our CPR Voucher Program!

2024 Annual Campaign

By Kendel Sherman Foundation

2024 Annual Campaign