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 Read MoreThe 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 Read MoreThe Jackie Robinson Foundation salutes a woman of enduring strength, grace, and fortitude as she marks her 100th birthday. With a legacy rooted in philanthropy,…
July 19, 2022 Read MoreOn April 15, 1947, 75 years ago, Jackie Robinson stepped onto Ebbets Field as a Brooklyn Dodger, changing baseball – and changing the course of…
April 15, 2022 Read MoreThe Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) has announced the appointment of Cecilia Marshall as Vice President, Program Development and Strategy. Marshall, who has extensive experience in…
December 22, 2020 Read MoreThe Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) today announced a partnership with IMG to pursue licensing, cause marketing, and institutional campaign initiatives that will drive awareness for…
November 24, 2020 Read MoreWith great excitement, the Jackie Robinson Foundation announces the selection of 70 new JRF Scholars, comprising the Class of 2024! Chosen from 3,048 qualified applicants,…
September 23, 2020 Read MoreWith deep sadness, we acknowledge the loss of legendary Georgetown coach John Thompson, Jr. An enduring reflection of the best of collegiate coaching, the Hall…
September 1, 2020 Read MoreAugust 28, 2020, New York, New York: It is with tremendous sadness that the Jackie Robinson Foundation mourns the loss of actor, screenwriter and philanthropist,…
August 29, 2020 Read MoreThe Jackie Robinson Foundation is thrilled and deeply grateful to have received an overwhelmingly generous donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. This transformational gift substantially bolsters…
August 3, 2020 Read More