Quality physical activity programs based on champion principles. 🥇Youth development for sport, physed and rec developed by Jackie Joyner-Kersee
East St Louis, IL
Joined January 2019
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Principle of the Week: Passion
Passions are strong emotions. It is important to take time to think about what is important to you and what you are passionate about. This way, you can determine how to fuel your passion in a way that enhances others in your community and beyond.
The JJK Foundation After School Program provides a safe, supportive environment where young people can explore new interests, develop skills and build confidence through STEAM, athletics, arts and other enrichment activities.
Learn more: jjkfoundation.org/after-scho…
JJK’s Winning in Life is about more than athletic success. Through education, mentorship and character development, we’re helping young people build the confidence, skills and values they need to succeed in school, sports and life.
jjkfoundation.org/jjk-winnin…
Principle of the Week: Goals
It is important for you to learn how to set and attain goals in the different areas of your life. In doing so, you can see how small gains can lead to great achievements!
✨ Flashback Friday! ✨
Throwing it back to our 2023 gala with Jackie Joyner-Kersee and a little Olympic gold! 🥇
Tonight, we’re celebrating the 14th Annual Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation Sequins, Suits and Sneakers Gala!
See you tonight! ❤️👟
From East St. Louis to UCLA to the Olympic stage! We’re proud to share this feature from UCLA highlighting Jackie Joyner-Kersee’s incredible journey, groundbreaking athletic achievements, and lasting impact on women’s sports.
newsroom.ucla.edu/stories/ol…
Wednesday Wisdom: Commitment to a team, a goal or a worthy cause you believe in requires you to work hard to achieve it. #JJKWinningInLife #commitment #hardwork
Commitment is defined as sticking with something, even though it might not be fun or easy. It has a similar definition to hard work, which addresses the idea that sometimes there are not easy options and you have to roll up your sleeves and get the job done. #JJKWinningInLife
We’re looking back at the fun, excitement and unforgettable moments from last year’s gala as we count down to this year’s celebration!
Just ONE WEEK until the 14th Annual Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation Sequins, Suits and Sneakers Gala!
Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and reach their full potential. Through the JJK Foundation’s Sponsor a Child program, you can help provide young people with the resources, support and opportunities they need to succeed.
jjkfoundation.org/sponsor-a-….
Principle of the Week: Dedication
When we are dedicated, we model devotion and commitment to a purpose or task. Individuals who volunteer in their community and serve others in some capacity model dedication to their community and others.
You should take the opportunity to think deeply about dedication as a means of matching your passion with a cause that is bigger than you.
#JJKWinningInLife #dedication
We're proud to partner with Operation Food Search to bring the Mobile Market to the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation every Friday!
Access to fresh is an important part of building healthy families and thriving communities. We're helping make fresh food more accessible!
📍JJK Foundation | 101 Jackie Joyner-Kersee Circle, East St. Louis, IL
📅 Every Friday
⏰ 4 PM – 6 PM
Spread the word and help us serve more families in our community! 💚
#JJKFoundation #OperationFoodSearch #MobileMarketFridays #EastStLouis #CommunityWellness
🌱 Planting seeds for a brighter future!
At the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Food, Agriculture, Nutrition Innovation Center (JJK FAN), we’re connecting education, agriculture and innovation to create opportunities for young people in East St. Louis.
From hands-on STEAM learning to nutrition and urban agriculture, JJK FAN is helping the next generation learn, grow and thrive.
🌿 Learn more: jjkfan.org
Wednesday Wisdom: Helping children to realize that their desires affect their decisions in their life and to be aware of desires that are healthy ones for themselves and others. #JJKWinningInLife #Desire
Building champions starts in the classroom, too. 📚✨
From STEAM and robotics to reading, math, science and more, JJK Foundation academic programs help young people learn, explore and build skills for the future.
Discover our academic programs: jjkfoundation.org/educationa…
Principle of the Week: Desire
Desire is a strong feeling of wanting or wishing for something to have, happen, or attain. It is important to consider the different types of things that you can desire: Success, material items, education, and positive relationships.
Understanding how desires can influence life in a productive or harmful way is a focus of JJK Winning in Life. Once you determine what you desire in life, you can use other skills from Winning in Life to make your desires come true! #JJKWinningInLife #desire