Building Bridges to Opportunity
“We are in the business of solving society’s problems by building bridges and partnerships that create equity and provide solutions for underrepresented and underserved communities.”
– T.D. Jakes, Chairman
T.D. JAKES
Foundation
T.D. Jakes Foundation provides skills, education, and training to lift underserved communities and power the modern global economy. We work to dismantle barriers to opportunity. We champion programs that advance equity across all undeserved communities.
Founded by Chairman T.D. Jakes in 2020, the T.D. Jakes Foundation (TDJF) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to building bridges to opportunity for underserved populations in the United States and around the world. The Foundation operates independently from T.D. Jakes’ companies and is governed by a Board of Directors and IRS guidelines.

About Us
We Tackle Today’s
Toughest Challenges
The foundation is committed to creating a world where all people can live up to their full potential by providing access to skills and resources. The foundation’s work is powered through partnerships with private companies, nonprofits, and public organizations.
For decades, Chairman T.D. Jakes has connected diverse communities across socio-economic divides. Through the Foundation, Chairman Jakes is harnessing his global resources and connections to prepare people for success in the 21st century workforce, lift underserved populations, and connect corporations to new, highly skilled pools of talent.

Who We Serve
Community Building
Closing the Gaps
A Bridge to Opportunities

Our Vision
To create a world where everyone can live up to their full potential.

Our Mission
To connect underrepresented and underserved communities to life changing opportunities.

Our Values
To work to dismantle barriers to opportunity and empower positive generational change.