HAPPY 61st ANNIVERSARY JAMAICA
JIFI Members Show off Their 1960's Fashion At 2023 GALA
ABOUT US
JAMAICA INDEPENDENCE FOUNDATION, INC., (JIFI~NYC) is a 501(c)(3) accredited not-for-profit entity and was created to advocate for (a) women in crisis situations, (b) amateur youth athletes from Jamaica playing sports in the U.S. and abroad; and (c) underserved communities.
JIFI~NYC fundraises on behalf of a diverse array of public charities dedicated to the betterment of our diaspora at home and abroad as well as our global community.
2021 Events and 2022 "The People's Ball" - was our first venture post COVID-19 with our new committee, and like many first-time endeavors, it was accompanied by many challenges. It is important to acknowledge the fantastic support that was provided by our Board Members, Committee Members, and loyal Volunteers, along with the many words of encouragement which came from many persons within the diaspora and beyond.
Thanks to the generosity of our donors in 2022 and 2023, Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc., contributed to the following charities: (i)Safe Horizon - which is the leading victim services agency in the U.S. Each year, they empower more than 250,000 survivors of crime and abuse across New York City to find safety, hope, and healing. (ii) Mustard Seed Communities (MSC) - the majority of programs are dedicated to the residential care of children and adults with a range of developmental and physical disabilities. MSC also cares for children affected by HIV in Jamaica, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. (iii) Rose Town Foundation - their mission is to assist in creating opportunities for residents of the Rose Town community to improve the quality of their lives through active participation in development programs that enhance their built environment, socio-economic status, and community health. (iv)Karen’s Club's -mission is to empower patients of color with the knowledge and trust to pursue clinical trials that can save or extend their lives. 2023 CHARITIES: UJAA, USA, TEAM JAMAICA BICKLE AND LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL.
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2023 CALENDER OF FUNDRAISING EVENTS:
- "WOMEN IN POWER" BRUNCH
May 4, 2024
- "THE PEOPLE'S BALL"
- AUGUST 5, 2023
- JIFI~NYC 5K FUN RUN
- DECEMBER 2023
- "GIFT GIVING TUESDAY"
- NOVEMBER 28, 2023
- "END OF YEAR GIVING"
- DECEMBER 2023
2024 CALENDER OF FUNDRAISING EVENTS:
- Women Dinner Discussion
- MARCH 2024
- "Women In Power Brunch"
- Saturday, May 4, 2024
- JIFI~NYC - "The People's Ball"
- Saturday, August 10, 2024
- Breast Cancer Awareness Discussion
- October 2024
- "Gift Giving Tuesday"
- December 3, 2024
- "End of Year Giving"
- December 2024
As we seek to expand our sphere of supporters, we look forward to your generous contribution.
We welcome your participation in the following categories:
• Volunteer
• Internship
• Sponsors
• Advertisers
• Donations
For more information on how you can join our organization and donate to our cause, please email Info@Jifinyc.org
OUR VISION
To lead the investment in the human capital of our communities in the USA and Jamaica, which is guaranteed to positively impact the lives of those most underserved.
Charitable Information
JIFINYC is designated by the IRS as a 501(c)3 charitable non-profit organization. All contributions (cash or in-kind) are tax deductible to the full extent of NY State and Federal laws.
OUR END OF YEAR GOAL IS TO RAISE $15,000.00