The Merlette Foundation is dedicated to changing children’s lives by providing the essential resources they need to thrive while improving the quality of family life by easing financial burdens. Through our work, we strive to encourage childbirth and support family growth by ensuring parents have access to the necessities their children deserve.
The Merlette Foundation operates through its retail stores, Little Villages, by providing brand new essentials for children of all ages. These include clothing, furniture, toys, books, school supplies, daily necessities, and accessories. Little Villages offer everything a child needs to grow, learn, and flourish.
Our mission is to uplift children and families by delivering essential support that fosters stability, dignity, and opportunity. Our goal is to bring more smiles to communities around the world by promoting kindness, connection, and compassion in everything we do. Our vision was made a reality by our founder, Jeannette Zhang.
“I am deeply committed to supporting children and families by spreading kindness, fostering understanding, and providing meaningful support. When families receive the care they need, children are able to flourish. By providing essential resources and easing financial pressures, we help create stronger homes and healthier communities. My hope is to inspire children to succeed and bring joy to families around the world. Together, we move forward stronger.”
Jeannette Zhang
Merlette Foundation founder
“I want to share why I am proud to be part of this organization the mission of Merlette Foundation is something I care about from my heart. I believe when we help families with real support, not just words, children have chance to grow up strong and happy. Money and stress can break a family apart, and I want us to be the reason a family stays together instead. My hope is that our work will speak for itself, and families who need help will feel it reach them. I believe together we can build something that really matters for children and families.”
Ryan King
Development Director