Jackie Robinson Foundation
The Jackie Robinson Foundation was founded by Rachel Robinson in 1973, the year after Jackie passed away. According to their official website,
"...The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) is a national, not–for–profit,
organization founded in 1973 as a vehicle to perpetuate the memory of Jackie
Robinson through the advancement of higher education among underserved
populations. Uniquely, JRF provides generous four–year college scholarships in
conjunction with a comprehensive set of skills and opportunities to
disadvantaged students of color to ensure their success in college and to
develop their leadership potential. JRF's hands–on, four–year program includes
peer and professional mentoring, internship placement, extensive leadership
training, international travel and community service options, the conveyance of
practical life skills, and a myriad of networking opportunities. JRF's strategic
combination of financial assistance and support services results consistently in
a nearly 100% college graduation rate. "
The students there are trained to basically, make a difference in the world. Jackie Robinson didn't join the Majors just for money or fame. He knew that it would be difficult for him to face all the racism and taunts. But, he made that sacrifice for the people of the African-American race.
The Jackie Robinson Foundation was founded by Rachel Robinson in 1973, the year after Jackie passed away. According to their official website,
"...The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) is a national, not–for–profit,
organization founded in 1973 as a vehicle to perpetuate the memory of Jackie
Robinson through the advancement of higher education among underserved
populations. Uniquely, JRF provides generous four–year college scholarships in
conjunction with a comprehensive set of skills and opportunities to
disadvantaged students of color to ensure their success in college and to
develop their leadership potential. JRF's hands–on, four–year program includes
peer and professional mentoring, internship placement, extensive leadership
training, international travel and community service options, the conveyance of
practical life skills, and a myriad of networking opportunities. JRF's strategic
combination of financial assistance and support services results consistently in
a nearly 100% college graduation rate. "
The students there are trained to basically, make a difference in the world. Jackie Robinson didn't join the Majors just for money or fame. He knew that it would be difficult for him to face all the racism and taunts. But, he made that sacrifice for the people of the African-American race.