opening doors
to college
for detroit’s
future leaders
our mission
The JDJ Scholarship fund offers financial support to high school students in metro Detroit to help make their college dreams a reality.
The Judith Jackson Scholarship Program was founded in 2015 to honor the life and legacy of a true champion of youth. Judith “Judy” Jackson dedicated her life to improving the lives and opportunities of young men and women who have completed their high school education. She spent her life removing barriers for young people and helping them realize their greatness to pursue their dreams and impact their communities.
Through fundraising and our generous donors, we have awarded $176,000 to nearly 50 high school students in the metro Detroit area since our inception. This proves that with hope, determination, and community, Judy’s legacy lives on.
about judy
Judith Dianne “Judy” Jackson (born July 1, 1950) was the youngest of three children and a 1968 graduate of Marion High School. She went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Indiana University Bloomington in 1972, followed by a Master’s degree in Social Work, Policy and Planning, and Community Organizing from Washington University in St. Louis in 1974.
board members
The JDJ Scholarship Fund is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors committed to advancing higher education, bringing diverse expertise in business, community engagement, and service. Their collective experience and shared passion help drive the organization’s mission and impact.
scholarship recipients
Through fundraising and our generous donors, we have awarded $176,000 to nearly 50 high school students in the metro Detroit area since our inception in 2015. This proves that with hope, determination, and community, Judy’s legacy lives on.
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impact starts with you.
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