Who We Are
The T.D. Jakes Foundation is a catalyst for change, igniting hope and creating opportunities that empower individuals and uplift entire communities. We break down barriers and open doors to a brighter future through:
Financial Inclusion
Educational Access & Workforce Readiness
Community Transformation & Well-being
Our Mission
We improve the lifelong outcomes for communities and individuals who have limited access to resources and opportunities.
Our Vision
A world where every community thrives
Our Values
INTEGRITY: Our Cornerstone Value
Integrity is the bedrock upon which our organization is built, ensuring all initiatives are carried out with honesty, transparency and accountability.
Strategic Pillars
Committed to empowering individuals and transforming communities
Financial Inclusion
Championing innovative initiatives that create pathways to wealth generation and upward economic mobility, such as affordable housing, financial education, entrepreneurship, and community capacity building.
Educational Access & Workforce Readiness
Providing access to quality education programs, certifications, and workforce training that equip individuals with future-proof skills and prepare them to be the workforce tomorrow.
Community Transformation & Well-being
Promoting collaborative efforts that holistically enhance community well-being through initiatives that create access to health services, sustainable environments, and comprehensive support systems.
Our Impact
We are committed to strengthening communities by supporting those who lack access, offering resources and programs designed to uplift and empower individuals from all walks of life.
$13.5 Million
Investment
Invested in transformational community development across America, in partnership with Wells Fargo.
20,000+
Community
Individuals and families impacted through our programs, partnerships and events
$275k
Scholarships
in scholarships awarded to 55 graduating seniors.
Key Initiatives
Together, we are bridge builders, barrier breakers, and champions for change.
Distinctively Her
Educate, empower and expand a community centered on the needs of women and girls. We strive to aid in the development of self by creating experiences, producing quality programming and providing resources for all who encounter our organization.
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Pathways
We are a resource for job-seekers, providing in-person training, workshops and online resources, including:
STEAM Academy
Inspiring sustainable innovation in education
Hiring Mixer
Connecting under-championed talent with opportunities.
Investing in Innovators & Changemakers
Partnering to revitalize communities effectively
TORI
T.O.R.I. facilitates successful reintegration for returning citizens. Through assistance in the six core components of employment, education, housing, healthcare, spiritual guidance, and family reunification, T.O.R.I. addresses the needs of each individual.
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How You Can Get Involved
Join our network of dedicated mentors, educators, and supporters who guide individuals toward success.
Volunteer
Your contributions help fund life-changing programs, ensuring that those who need them most have access to vital resources.
Donate
We collaborate with businesses, organizations, and communites to expand our reach and impact.
Partner With Us
Looking to gain life skills for yourself? Explore our workshops, courses, and events designed to equip you for success.
Attend Our Programs
Be the Catalyst for Change
Donate Today
Together, we are bridge builders, barrier breakers, and champions of equity. Join us in making a lasting impact.
Your generosity has the power to transform lives and rewrite the future for generations to come. Every contribution-big or small- fuels our mission to break down barriers, create opportunities, and uplift communities in need.