The Jackson Youth Empowerment Foundation

THE CHALLENGE RECAP 🏀🔥

The best of the City League went head-to-head with the best of the OCC, and the OCC took the day 3–1.

Final Scores
• Olentangy Orange 67, Centennial 47
• Pickerington North 72, Walnut Ridge 69
• Northland 55, Delaware Hayes 53
• Hilliard Bradley 61, Africentric 54

High-level hoops, playoff-level intensity, and elite performances all day.

Proud to be the annual sponsor for the MVP Awards and supporting youth and excellence through the game.

Join us as we sponsor the MVP Awards for The Challenge hosted by !

Columbus City League vs. Ohio Capital Conference
📍Africentric Early College
🎫 $10

👨🏾‍🍳 Cooking with Dads 2025!

I’m honored to serve as this year’s Honorary Chair for this incredible celebration of family, fatherhood, and community with the African American Male Wellness Agency.

Dads, father figures, and mentors — this is your invite to join me for a day full of:
🍳 Live cooking demos
🏰 Family fun & games
🍴 Free food & tastings
👨‍👧‍👦 Father–child bonding activities
📚 Community resources

📅 November 15, 2025
🕛 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 Walnut Ridge High School

Bring your kids, your energy, and your appetite — let’s make memories together! 💪🏾

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cooking-with-dad-tickets-1681206115749

Congratulations to Jackson Youth Empowerment Foundation founder on being featured in the October issue of Mahogany Columbus Magazine as one of the city’s outstanding nonprofit and community leaders!

Your dedication to empowering youth, building opportunities, and shaping a stronger future for our community continues to inspire us all. This recognition is well-deserved and a reflection of your impact and commitment to service.

Jackson Youth Empowerment Foundation is proud to support the Mr. Magnificent Pageant, presented by Gentlemen & Scholars and Pacesetters Unlimited, Inc.

Through this support, students will experience an HBCU college tour, visiting the historic campuses of Howard University and Morgan State University

🎓✨ As a proud graduate of an HBCU, I’m beyond excited to serve on the HBCU Alumni Weekend 2025 Host Committee!
Join us in Columbus, OH – September 5–7, 2025 – for a weekend full of culture, connection, and celebration.
From the Job & Career Fair to Welcome to Columbus Opening Reception, to the Tailgate Turn-Up and the legendary Ball & Parlay Brunch – this is where HBCU pride meets unforgettable memories.

RSVP TODAY FOR ALL THE EVENTS: https://bit.ly/hbcualumni2025

🗓️ Lock in your plans. Tag your crew. Let’s make history together!

Together, Jesse and Karim Jackson embody the power of generational leadership.
This award is more than a recognition—it’s a reflection of the seeds planted and the lives changed.

We honor our founders for showing us what it means to lead with love, serve with humility, and build with vision.

🎓🏅 Big congratulations to Dewayne Davis Jr., our 2025 Jackson Youth Empowerment Foundation Scholarship Recipient!
From Centennial High School to Kentucky State University, he’s on a mission — both on and off the field. 💪🏾🐎

Congratulations to our Founder! 👏🏾 👏🏾 👏🏾

was thrilled to surprise the ladies of .columbus with their new travel bags—well-earned after going 3-0 today! 🏐🔥

Want to join us in supporting these amazing young athletes? Ask me how!

The Jackson Youth Empowerment Foundation was proud to sponsor the MVP awards at the 2025 Lady Nubian Classic! It was a day filled with incredible competition and talented young athletes showcasing their skills.

Big shoutout to Coach for hosting such an amazing event and allowing us to be a part of it! Looking forward to continuing our support for youth empowerment through sports!

Classic | Game 3

Another competitive game goes down to the end. Hoban vs Wayne (MI) did not disappoint. Congratulations to the MVPs Colleena Bryant (Wayne) and Niera Stevens (Hoban).

MVP Awards sponsored by