Jefferson Community Foundation

The Jefferson Community Foundation exists to advance philanthropy, leadership, civic action, and innovation in Jefferson Parish. JCF has six focus areas for philanthropic investment for the greater good of Jefferson Parish: education, health and wellness, neighborhood support and revitalization. race equity, senior initiatives, as well as transit,

Program Highlights:
• Campaign to Celebrate JP Diversity
• Community Health Assessment for Jefferson Parish
• Covid Vaccine Awareness Campaign
• H2Geaux Swim program
• Hurricane Ida Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG)
• Jefferson Community Youth Leadership
• Jefferson Parish Quality of Life Survey
• Jefferson Parish Senior Exposition
• Jefferson Ready Start Network
• Kenner Discovery Health Science Academy
• Laureate Academy Charter School
• Metairie Business Development District Fat City Murals
• Mobile Market
• Musical Instruments Drive
• Race Equity Reconciliation monthly dialogue
• Woodmere Neighborhood Revitalization
What's Next:
• Aquatics Center/Hope Haven campus
• Community Arts Center
• Food & Beverage Incubator
• Mental Health Center

Testimonials

Jefferson Community Youth Leadership High School student: "I am tremendously thankful for this opportunity. This program was honestly life-changing."

Mobile Market shopper: "The mobile market is very convenient, and like I said, there are a lot of options to pick from here. It's really nice. Prices are good. I like the selection that they have. It's really nice because we travel so far to go, so it's very convenient."