JackieRobinson.org provides children with education services who can not afford
Title
The Jackie Robinson Foundation
Description
The Jackie Robinson Foundation is a national, public, not-for-profit, organization founded in 1973 as a vehicle to perpetuate the memory of Jackie Robinson and his heroic achievements. It provides college and graduate school scholarships as well as leadership development opportunities for students of color with strong academic capabilities but limited financial resources. The Foundation is distinctive for the depth of its mentoring program, which results in a nearly 100% graduation rate among its student constituents. The Foundation also strives to ensure that Jackie Robinson’s commitment to social justice will be carried forth in the lives of these young people as they assume leadership roles throughout society. read more
Contact
- Jackie Robinson Foundation
- 75 Varick Street, 2nd floor
- New York, New York 10013-1917
- United States
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- Phone - 212.290.8600; Fax - 212.290.8081
Additional Information
A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives, Jackie Robinson
THE JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION AT A GLANCE --Over $18 million in scholarship awards have been distributed to deserving students. --1,300 students have participated in the program and received scholarships. --JRF Scholars maintain a 97% graduation rate, more than double the national average for minority students. --JRF Scholars are awarded four-year scholarships of $7,500 in financial assistance per year.
2008-2009 ACADEMIC YEAR --$3.6 Million provided in scholarship assistance and program support --279 JRF Scholars and Extra Innings Fellows (265 undergraduate Scholars | 14 graduate Fellows) --Scholars and Fellows are enrolled at 106 colleges and universities. Scholars represent 34 States and the District of Columbia --Over 100 corporations, foundations and individuals currently sponsor full scholarships in the Foundation’s Education and Leadership Development Program (ELDP).
THE EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (ELDP) Financial support is only one part of the Foundation’s commitment to the success of JRF Scholars. Every Scholar benefits from: --Financial Scholarships --A comprehensive four-day Networking Weekend each spring --Internship placement --Mentors (Professional and Peer) --Alumni mentors --Community service facilitation
NEW PROGRAMS
Extra Innings: This program assists JRF Scholars to continue their education beyond a Bachelor’s degree by providing a generous fellowship for graduate studies.
Rachel Robinson International Fellowship (RRIF): RRIF provides access and financial support for Scholars to participate in international study, work and commu¬nity service programs.
SUPPORTING THE JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION To sustain current programs and make new initiatives a reality, JRF seeks your financial support. You can support The Jackie Robinson Foundation by sponsoring an undergraduate scholar. This will provide a talented and deserving young student with the opportunity to succeed by providing the finan¬cial assistance and leadership development they need.
Additional opportunities for support include our post-graduate programs, international study programs, mentoring, internships, annual conferences, fundraisers and supplemental programs.
You may also contact the Foundation’s Development Department directly to discuss further opportunities to partner with the JRF at 212.290.8600 (NY) or 213.330.7711 (CA) or 
, or you may visit our website at jackierobinson.org
