Hope Exchange helps neighbors build stability through classes, community, and long-term relationships. 

• Garden Workdays: Serve at an upcoming Art + Soil Community Garden workday and help care for a space that supports the neighborhood. 
• Allies: Become a trained ally and walk alongside participants over time as they take practical steps toward stability.
• Meals: Provide a main-course meal for a Hope Exchange class or gathering. Meals help create a place where people can show up, be known, and take the next faithful step.

Grant Me Justice walks with families impacted by homicide through grief, advocacy, and care. Volunteers help create space for families to receive support through monthly gatherings.

• Survivor Care Team: Learn more about joining the team that comes alongside families impacted by homicide.
• Meals: Provide a meal for a monthly gathering and help create a hospitable space for families.
• Gathering Support: Help with facilitation and practical care during monthly gatherings.

The Barnabas Project helps young adults grow in faith, leadership, and service through a 9-month fellowship. Fellows are formed through mentorship, spiritual growth, and hands-on service as they learn how to love and serve Jackson well.

• Sponsor a Fellow: Give $1,500 to help fund one additional Barnabas Fellow as they spend the year being formed, mentored, and sent out to serve Jackson.

NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

Click the button below to fill out our interest form or e-mail Candiss Fortenberry at partner@jacksonleadershipfoundation.org!