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, 2022The 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, 2022the 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, 2022Hess Corporation (NYSE: HES) today announced a $1.4 million grant to the Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) as part of the company’s longstanding commitment to diversity,…
July 7, 2021What part of Jackie’s legacy inspires you the most? Jackie’s legacy of charity inspires me the most. Considering the highly-visible position that I am in,…
June 29, 2021BMO Capital Markets is a North American-based financial services provider with approximately 2,400 professionals in 30 locations around the world. We work with mid-sized…
June 25, 2021Biree Andemariam ‘96 Meet Dr. Biree Andemariam, a hematology oncologist and JRF alumna who serves as Associate Professor at the University of Connecticut School of…
June 23, 2021WHOOP and Jackie Robinson Foundation Announce Partnership and Grant for Student Scholarships All Jackie Robinson Foundation Students to Receive WHOOP Memberships and Technology BOSTON, MA…
June 21, 2021Sony San Diego officially revealed their MLB The Show 21 Jackie Robinson Collector’s Editions, which include the Jackie Robinson Edition, Digital Deluxe Edition, and the…
April 14, 2021Today, 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, 2021The 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, 2020With 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, 2020The 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