Rest In Peace John Thompson Jr.
With 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 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 MoreAmerica stands at a crossroads. George Floyd joins countless Black Americans who, due to systemic racism and discriminatory policies, lost their lives — in plain…
June 24, 2020 Read More“Receiving the Spike Lee Youth Motivation Award is one of the greatest honors I’ve gotten thus far. I have always been so inspired by the Black…
April 23, 2020 Read More“I am a sophomore at Harvard University studying physics and African-American studies. This past summer I had the opportunity to conduct research at the Center…
April 22, 2020 Read MoreUnilever Legacy of Leadership Award Reflection “As a recipient of the Unilever Legacy of Leadership Award, I have been reaffirmed in my efforts towards making…
April 10, 2020 Read MoreDear Members and Friends of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Community, With very heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of JRF Scholar alumnus John Bernagene, Class…
February 10, 2020 Read MorePersonal Reflection: Last Summer, I traveled to Ghana to participate in a service-learning program where I worked with communities affected by child trafficking and child…
January 24, 2020 Read MorePersonal Reflection: “My time spent in Rome has been indescribable. Not only is it one of the most beautiful cities I have ever seen, but…
January 9, 2020 Read More