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  • Charities
  • DONATE
  • THE PEOPLE'S BALL TICKETS
  • JIFI In The News
  • GALA ~ Digital Journal
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SAVE * THE * DATE *15TH, AUGUST  2020

Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™ WELCOMES YOU!

Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™ WELCOMES YOU! Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™ WELCOMES YOU! Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™ WELCOMES YOU! Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™ WELCOMES YOU!

COME JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE THE HEART AND RESILIENCE OF OUR PROUD PEOPLE!

2026 GALA - Come Celebrate For A Cause

Pay with PayPal or a debit/credit card

PURCHASE TABLE | TICKETS | SPONSORSHIP & JOURNAL ADS HERE!

TICKET SALE PRICE OF $195.00 IS EXTENDED UNTIL AUGUST 5TH

 General Admission Ticket $195 per person until August 5th More After.  


*Revenue generated from ticket sales for this fundraising event, will go towards supporting our fundraising event operations, charities, programs, and the organization's mission. Proceeds help fund initiatives, outreach efforts, and services that benefit the communities and causes served by the organization. 

BUY TICKETS HERE

SORRY Printed Journal Ads Are Sold Out, But You Can Still Purchase An Ad In Our Online Publication For $150.00. Your Ad will remain on our website for 10 months.

The Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™ offers businesses such as yours a valuable opportunity to promote their products, services, and brand messages through our Business Special Edition Journal and dynamic digital marketing platforms.


Sponsors and advertisers will receive targeted exposure across our social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube, along with direct email marketing to our subscriber network. 

PURCHASE JOURNAL AD

GALA TABLE PURCHASE

"THE OFFICIAL PEOPLE'S BALL" - CELEBRATING JAMAICA'S 64TH INDEPENDENCE- FUNDRAISING GALA  IS ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 8th, 2026. Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring cocktails, a five-course dinner, awards presentation, live entertainment, and dancing.   Guests will enjoy an elegant dining experience while honoring Jamaica’s rich culture, heritage, and achievements in a festive atmosphere filled with music, community, and celebration. 

GALA TABLE PURCHASE

TICKET ($195.00) Until August 5th | TABLES and AD JOURNAL PURCHASES

 Join us for an unforgettable evening, secure your gala tickets now and be part of a night of celebration, elegance, and impact.


***IMPORTANT TO NOTE WHEN YOU GO TO PAYPAL TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKET - IT WILL READ DONATE, BUT THAT IS THE CORRECT FORMAT USED FOR OUR TICKET PURCHASES AS WE ARE A NON PROFIT.


QUESTIONS PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL US Info@Jifinyc.org / 917 885 5181

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Download Our Sponsorship Agreement - For The People's BALL!

Interested in Sponsoring the Jamaica 64th Grand Independence Ball ( 8th AUG 2026) or want to advertise with us?  Email: Info@Jifinyc.org and remember your generous contributions are tax deductible to the full extent of New York State and Federal laws. 

2026 SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT Card updated (pdf)Download

SAVE THE DATE | SATURDAY | 8TH - AUGUST 2026 | *BLACK-TIE

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SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR 2026 "THE EMERALD MASQUERADE" BALL!

  • Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
  • Cocktail Reception and Fashion Show:  7:00 p.m.  – 7:45 p.m.
  • Silent Auction: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
  • Dinner, Awards & Dancing: 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.


Venue:  Terrace On The Park  

52-11  111th Street 

CORONA , Queens, New York 11368 

COMPLIMENTARY PARKING FOR ALL GUESTS! 


TICKET SALE:   

 $195.00 per Guest

More after August 5th 


Entertainment & Live Performers


LIVE BAND 

The All-star  *True Tribute Band 

Lead By  - Mr. LeRoy Graham*


MUSIC BY 

*DJ Roy* of Road International  


LIVE PERFORMANCE BY

*Mr. Tony Rebel*

 

MASTERS OF CEREMONY  

*Mr. Lyndon Taylor  & Ms. Stacy Mac*


HONOREES:

*BUSY SIGNAL*

*ICHAN CHARTER SCHOOL #4* 

*KAITLYN SMITH*

*GEORGE CROOKS*

*TONY REBEL* 

*CANUTE SADLER*



ATTIRE:    Black-Tie (The Emerald Masquerade - Inspired By JONKONNU Tradition)  

Jamaica Independence Ball Is The Anticipated Highlight Event of Our Summer!

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Some Photos that appear on this site are credit of photographers: Ajamu Photography, The Jamaica Gleaner,  Carlos Stephens, and other sources! 




Copyright 2026 - Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc.™ (JIFI~NYC) New York ~501(c)(3). All Rights Reserved.  Any unauthorized use of any content on this website without written permission  is prohibited. Contributions to Jamaica Independence Foundation, Inc., are tax-deductible to the full  extent permitted by New York State and Federal laws. Our tax ID # is 82-1017618.   



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