July 17, 2025 —As Board Chair of The Kendal Corporation (TKC), I am privileged to reflect on another impactful year for the Kendal System. 2024 demonstrated the power of collaboration, the value of shared purpose and the strength of interconnected Affiliates in moving us all forward. Together, we have faced challenges, celebrated successes and reaffirmed our commitment to the Quaker values that guide everything we do.
At the heart of this progress lies our dedication to creating spaces for dialogue and collaboration. One of the most inspiring examples of this is the Kendal Leadership Forum. The forum fosters crucial connections and forward-thinking action by bringing together Affiliate Executive Directors, CEOs and Board Chairs with the leadership team at The Kendal Corporation.
I am inspired by the generosity, candor and resilience displayed by each Affiliate, Board and TKC leadership team member. These qualities will drive us toward an even brighter future for Kendal and Affiliates across the System.
Celebrating Progress and Shared Achievements
Recent Leadership Forums have highlighted priorities that set the stage for a dynamic year ahead:
- Enhancing Peer Group Collaboration: Kendal’s peer groups continue to serve as hubs of expertise and shared learning. We remain committed to identifying new ways to deepen participation and ensure valuable information is communicated across the System.
- Unified Strategic Alignment: We will continue strengthening the connection between Affiliate and TKC strategic plans, paving the way for greater cohesion and impactful progress.
- Commitment to Data Security: We recognize our shared responsibility to protect sensitive information and will continue to advance initiatives that ensure data safety throughout Kendal.
- Developing Metrics and Dashboards: By establishing standardized benchmarks, we equip Affiliates with tools to measure success and drive evidence-based decision-making.
With an eye toward the future, and together with all the many moving parts that make the Kendal System so unique, the Leadership Forum will continue to be part of the foundation supporting our alignment and collective progress.
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” — Helen Keller
Warm regards,
Annetha Hall, Chair
Board of Directors,
The Kendal Corporation