Empowering Inner-City Youth to Rise, Thrive, and Lead.
Our Mission
Our mission is to educate and empower inner-city youth by providing essential life skills, communication skills, and mentorship that is tailored to the youths’ needs and environment so that they may flourish both academically and socially.
Our foundation collaborates with community programs and non-profits serving disadvantaged and inner-city youth and families through mentorship programs, community outreach events, life skills and scholarship programs.
Our Vision
Our vision is to see communities where inner-city youth of single parent homes are empowered educationally, emotionally, and financially creating a strong foundation for their family to enjoy active lifestyles and experience academic as well as long-term success.
The purpose and vision of our foundation is heavily committed to our mentorship program designed for inner city youth ages 14-18, to instill confidence and empower our youth by focusing on academic achievement, financial literacy, health and wellness: both physically and mentally, and communication skills.
Founded by Carolynn & Kendrix “KJ” Jones and The Jones Boys (Isaiah, Major, and Micah)
Help us Give the Gift of Hope to Children In Need This Holiday Season
Every child deserves to feel the magic of the holidays. But for many kids in our own Tampa Bay community, Christmas can feel uncertain.
Instead of excitement, there can be sadness and loss of
Hope. Instead of joy, there can be disappointment. That is where we step in together. For the past 8 years, The Jones Family Foundation of Tampa Bay has made it our mission to rewrite that story. What started as a simple family tradition has grown into a full Christmas celebration for over 125 children at the Wilbert Davis Boys & Girls Club, ages Kindergarten – 12th Grade.
We receive the club kids wish lists in November, our family and community partners shop thoughtfully, and we show up in person to remind every child that they are seen, valued, and loved.
This is more than gifting a toy. It is giving confidence, love, and hope. It is reminding a child that their dreams matter. And this year, we invite you to help us make that magic happen again.
WHAT: The 8th Annual Jones Family Boys & Girls Club Christmas Celebration
WHEN: Friday, December 19, 2025, | 3 PM – 5 PM (Volunteers arrive at 12 noon for set-up)
WHERE: Wilbert Davis Boys & Girls Club, 3515 Sarah Street, Tampa 33605
