Generosity helps enrich a life.
Our community-based programs rely on monetary and in-kind donations to assist eligible families with children. The JEM Foundation provides basic and essential necessities (e.g. water, nonperishable food, clothing) to low-income families and those who have life events (e.g. death of a guardian, natural disaster, loss of employment).
“Give and spread love sacrificially, to enrich a life, a family, and a community”.
-JEM Founders
How your donation makes a difference
Houston communities have the largest number of newly poor neighborhoods in the country. According to the (neighbor poverty project), one in three Houston children lives in poverty, and 50% of children living in Harris county are in low-income households.
How JEM is making this world a better place
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Food Deserts
JEM families are subject to have limited access to affordable and nutritious food. Our organization helps eligible families requesting food assistance by providing care packages containing non-perishable food items such as canned goods, dry beans, pasta and more healthier food access.
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Learning Gaps
JEM families are subject to not have the resources to purchase books, games, and craft supplies, which allow kids to learn and explore through play. Our reading literacy program is tailored to the individual needs of every kind of reader. We have a host of different projects, events, and clubs to help students and families build a love for literacy.
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Lack in school supplies & technology
JEM families children are subject to attend title one schools that lack programs and resources such as modern technology, textbooks and classroom supplies. Our community drives provide free resources such as school supplies, books and digital learning devices to help prepare children for school and education development.
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School lunch dependent
JEM families children are subject to struggle with food insecurity and rely on subsidized food programs, food banks and free breakfast and lunch programs. Our organization provides free food assistance to encourage healthier food selection and consumption, decrease poor health and reduce food insecurity.
Join us on our purpose-driven journey
Our volunteers work side by side with the JEM founders, give encouragement, and uplift families by giving hope. You will have opportunities to interact with families and children in need. We invite you to join our JEM team and get involved in our programs and community events to help promote healthy and balanced lifestyles. Subscribe to our newsletter below and see where you could be impactful.