In Memoriam: James Earl Carter, Jr.
Our thoughts and condolences are with the family of our country’s 39th president, Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived president in our history and winner of the…
December 30, 2024
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In Memoriam: Quincy Jones
The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) mourns the passing of influential jazz and pop music legend, civil rights activist and beacon of possibility Quincy Jones on…
November 5, 2024
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, 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
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
In Memoriam: Sidney Poitier
The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) mourns the loss of venerable actor, civil rights activist, and friend Sidney Poitier. Poitier is a global icon, whose profound…
January 10, 2022
In Memoriam: Laurie M. Dickey ‘90
the Jackie Robinson Foundation family is saddened by the passing of JRF Alumnae, Laurie M. Dickey ’90. Laurie’s mastery and love of teaching, passionate advocacy for students, and commitment to community were evident to all who knew her. She carried herself with an authentic grace and warmth that put everyone she encountered at ease and made her infinitely likable.
January 3, 2022
Tribute for Henry “Hank” Aaron
Today, the world lost a legend and a hero. We are profoundly heartbroken by the passing of our dear friend Henry “Hank” Aaron. A baseball…
January 22, 2021
Tribute for David Dinkins
With tremendous sadness, we acknowledge the loss of former New York City Mayor David Dinkins, who died yesterday at 93 years old. As the first…
November 24, 2020
Tribute for Joe Morgan
The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) mourns the loss of Hall of Fame second baseman and JRF board member emeritus Joe Morgan. With an on-field career…
October 13, 2020