WHO WE ARE

IT STARTED SIMPLY WITH RELATIONSHIPS…

Birthed out of a vision of Dr. John Perkins and other leaders in the Jackson metro area, the Jackson Leadership Foundation was formed as an answer to the question, “Is there a way to empower Christians to spiritually and physically transform Jackson’s under-resourced communities?”

Our Leadership Team is made up of nonprofit, business, and church leaders who carry decades of experience in working with ministries in under-resourced communities and connecting Christians to these ministries.

JLF STAFF

Samuel Bolen

Executive Director

sbolen@jacksonleadershipfoundation.org

Samuel’s life passion is to connect the church across cultural, socioeconomic, and geographical lines. He has served in ministry for over a decade, both in establishing and leading community ministries in low-income neighborhoods, as well as working in pastoral ministry in churches. As Executive Director, Samuel and his team get to work with Jackson’s “superheroes,” her grassroots ministry leaders working in communities throughout the city. He also gets the privilege of connecting individuals, families, churches, and businesses to invest their time, talent, and treasure in Jackson’s leaders. Samuel, his wife Hallie, and their three sons reside in Jackson and are members of Redeemer Church.

Candace Robins

Director of Programs

crobins@jacksonleadershipfoundation.org

Candace, a Jackson native, has served as a ministry leader in the Jackson Metropolitan Area for more than 15 years. Serving as the Director of Programs, Candace helps connect community leaders with the support and resources needed in order to thrive. Candace graduated from Jackson State University and is currently pursuing her M.A., with an emphasis in intercultural city ministry, at Reformed Theological Seminary. Candace is passionate about developing fruitful, Gospel-centered outreach ministries that impact communities in meaningful ways. She is the proud mother of Nylah, Zeek, Brayden, and Christen Grace.

Sarah Myers

Admin & Communications

smyers@jacksonleadershipfoundation.org

Sarah is passionate about building meaningful connections and using her skills to support impactful ministry work. As part of the team, Sarah works remotely to manage communications and administration that help support Jackson’s leaders and ministries. A Mississippi Gulf Coast native, Sarah graduated from Mississippi College with a degree in Public Relations and a minor in Servant Leadership. Her background in ministry and social media helps her contribute to the mission of bringing hope to the city. Sarah is married to George Myers, who is currently pursuing his law degree. Together, they are committed to seeing communities thrive through service and connection.