The Jackie Robinson Foundation

The Jackie Robinson Foundation JRF offers scholarships, mentoring & leadership development opportunities for minority students and

JRF provides generous four–year college scholarships in conjunction with a comprehensive set of skills and opportunities to disadvantaged students of color to ensure their success in college and to develop their leadership potential. JRF's hands–on, four–year program includes peer and professional mentoring, internship placement, extensive leadership training, international travel and community se

rvice options, the conveyance of practical life skills, and a myriad of networking opportunities. JRF's strategic combination of financial assistance and support services results consistently in a nearly 100% college graduation rate. JRF is engaged currently in building the Jackie Robinson Museum to educate and inspire visitors of all generations around Jackie Robinson’s courageous achievements both on and off the field.

09/02/2026

Introducing our NEW digital scavenger hunt! 🔎

Follow the clues, explore the Museum, and uncover stories from Jackie Robinson’s life and legacy along the way.

Reserve your tickets today at the link in our bio and get ready to play!

🎟️ Included with Museum admission—and admission is FREE for Museum Members, Cool Culture families, and Culture Pass holders.

📍 Jackie Robinson Museum | 75 Varick Street, NYC

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08/28/2026

August 28, 1963—Jackie, Rachel, and their three children attend the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. The experience of marching in the streets alongside over 200,000 others further galvanizes the Robinson family's commitment to the struggle. Jackie leads the Connecticut delegation, while Rachel marches alongside the Medical Committee for Civil Rights.

What happens when a baseball legend tells the story behind the story? In Touching All the Bases, Hall of Famer Dave Winf...
08/26/2026

What happens when a baseball legend tells the story behind the story?

In Touching All the Bases, Hall of Famer Dave Winfield reflects on the triumphs, controversies, confrontations, and choices that defined his career—and the impact they had beyond the ballpark.

Be there to hear from Winfield in conversation with The Rev. Mark Thompson at the Museum on SEPTEMBER 9 at 6:00PM.

📚 You can even pre-order your copy of Touching All the Bases with your event ticket and pick it up that night!

🎟️ Reserve your spot today. Link below for details.

https://www.jackierobinsonmuseum.org/visit/programs-events/detail/touching-all-the-bases-with-dave-winfield/

August 26, 1962–Jackie Robinson visits the ruins of the Mount Olive Baptist Church in southwestern Georgia. The church...
08/26/2026

August 26, 1962–Jackie Robinson visits the ruins of the Mount Olive Baptist Church in southwestern Georgia.

The church, along with two others in the area, had recently been burned by white supremacists in retaliation for efforts to register Black voters. Robinson serves as the chairman of the drive to rebuild the churches, and raises funds from donors across the United States. By 1964, all three were rebuilt.

Join us this Friday for our LAST summer session of Family Friday Drop-In Crafts at the Jackie Robinson Museum! Drop-in...
08/25/2026

Join us this Friday for our LAST summer session of Family Friday Drop-In Crafts at the Jackie Robinson Museum!

Drop-in between 2 and 4 PM on August 28 to craft your own Team Player Pennant to take home! This program is designed for children ages 4-11 and their grown-ups.

🎟️ Included with Museum admission & Free foCool Culturere families and CulturePass holders!
📍Jackie Robinson Museum | 75 Varick Street, NYC

August 24, 1948—Jackie Robinson is ejected from a major league game for the first time by umpire Butch Henline. Later,...
08/24/2026

August 24, 1948—Jackie Robinson is ejected from a major league game for the first time by umpire Butch Henline. Later, Robinson would reflect on this ejection as deeply symbolic of his acceptance in the majors. (Danny Jacino/Associated Press)

Mark your calendar and spend the afternoon at the Jackie Robinson Museum on August 28 for our LAST summer session of Fam...
08/19/2026

Mark your calendar and spend the afternoon at the Jackie Robinson Museum on August 28 for our LAST summer session of Family Friday Drop-In Crafts!  

Visit between 2 and 4 PM next Friday for a hands-on craft inspired by the life and legacy of Jackie Robinson. Designed for children ages 4-11 and their grown-ups. 

🎟️ Included with Museum admission & Free for Cool Culture families and Culture Pass holders! 
📍Jackie Robinson Museum | 75 Varick Street, NYC 

Link in bio for details.

📣Just Announced! Join Baseball Hall of Famer Dave Winfield at the Jackie Robinson Museum on SEPTEMBER 9 for an exclusive...
08/18/2026

📣Just Announced!

Join Baseball Hall of Famer Dave Winfield at the Jackie Robinson Museum on SEPTEMBER 9 for an exclusive conversation about his new memoir, Touching All the Bases.

From championships and contracts to confrontations, leadership, loyalty, and the challenges of standing your ground, Winfield pulls back the curtain on a remarkable 22-season career—and the forces that shaped baseball along the way.

Moderated by The Rev. Mark Thompson, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

🎟️ Tickets are $25 with discounts available!
📍 Jackie Robinson Museum | 75 Varick Street, NYC
⚾️ Get your tickets and join us!

Link in bio for details.

🎨 Fridays are for crafting at the Jackie Robinson Museum! Stop by THIS Friday, August 14 between 2 and 4 PM for our next...
08/12/2026

🎨 Fridays are for crafting at the Jackie Robinson Museum! 

Stop by THIS Friday, August 14 between 2 and 4 PM for our next session of Family Friday Drop-In Crafts. This week at the Jackie Robinson Museum, join us to design a paper trophy for someone who inspires you!  

🖍️ Recommended for ages 4-11 
🎟️ Included with Museum admission & Free for Cool Culture families and CulturePass holders! 
📍Jackie Robinson Museum | 75 Varick Street, NYC

07/31/2026

The Jackie Robinson Foundation mourns the passing of Kevin Littleton, a devoted alumnus, accomplished financial professional and generous champion of the next generation of JRF Scholars.

A native of Michigan, Kevin attended Detroit Country Day School before enrolling at Yale University as a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholar. He graduated magna cm laude in 2007 with a degree in political science and religious studies. Kevin also played four years as a defensive back on Yale’s football team and received the university’s African American House Scholar-Athlete Award upon graduation.

Visit the link below for JRF’s full tribute honoring Kevin. May he rest eternally.

https://jackierobinson.org/news/in-memoriam-kevin-littleton-07/

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75 Varick Street
New York, NY
10013

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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