Remembering Willie Mays
Willie Howard Mays, Jr., will always have a special place in our hearts for the magnificence he brought to America’s pastime and for his admirable…
June 21, 2024Addressing the Achievement Gap in Higher Education
Expanding our Reach with JRF IMPACT
Preserving The Legacy With A Fixed Tribute
Chronicling the Life and Legend of Jackie Robinson
Our Generous Supporters
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 01: Jackie Robinson Foundation 2020 Mentoring & Leadership Conference Day 3 at Marriot Marquis on March 01, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for Jackie Robinson Foundation)
T.D. Jakes Foundation and Wells Fargo Invest $9M in Community Development Projects Across U.S.
The Dallas-based foundation said the funding supports the creation of financial wellness and innovation centers, helps organizations convert underutilized land into affordable homes, and drives…
February 8, 2024
Remembering Trailblazer June Jackson Christmas
The Jackie Robinson Foundation mourns the loss on Sunday, December 31st of JRF board member emeritus Dr. June Jackson Christmas, renowned psychiatrist with an unwavering…
January 8, 2024
Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action
With today’s Supreme Court decision dismantling affirmative action, The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) affirms its commitment to fund, support and advocate for access to higher…
June 29, 2023
Remembering NBA Legend and Activist Bill Russell
The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) mourns the loss of NBA legend and civil rights activist, Bill Russell. Russell was a longstanding JRF supporter, sharing his…
July 31, 2022