irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $4.66MMENTORING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM: PROVIDES A COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM OF DIRECT GRANTS, INTENSIVE MENTORING, PROFESSIONAL AND LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER GUIDANCE FOR UNDER-SERVED MINORITY YOUTH.
- #2 $758KPUBLIC INFORMATION: PROVIDES TO THE PUBLIC GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE ACTIVITIES OF THE FOUNDATION AND SERVICES PROVIDED TO STUDENTS.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
JRF IMPACT
Online community and resource hub for Black college students nationwide, offering academic support, career development, and leadership programming
Jackie Robinson Museum
Public museum in New York City housing over 4,000 artifacts and digital elements chronicling Jackie Robinson's life and legacy in baseball and civil rights
Mentoring and Leadership Conference (MLC)
Annual four-day conference in New York City offering leadership workshops, career exploration, and networking opportunities for JRF Scholars
Scholarship Program
Provides multi-year college scholarships, mentoring, career guidance, and life skills development to high-achieving minority students with financial need
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Administer national scholarship and leadership development program for college students with financial needProvides four-year college scholarships, mentoring, career guidance, job placement support, and leadership development to high-achieving students from underserved minority backgrounds. The program includes an annual four-day Mentoring and Leadership Conference in New York City featuring workshops in career exploration, life skills, and leadership development.
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History Education Curriculum Development 1 activity
- Document and promote Jackie Robinson’s life and legacy through research and public educationProduces and shares educational content on Jackie Robinson’s life, civil rights impact, and historical relationships with other leaders. This includes maintaining archival materials and public-facing educational initiatives to reinforce the foundation’s mission.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Facilitate online and in-person community engagement for Black college students and alumniProvides an online platform where Black college students can connect, share experiences, access college advice, and use free academic and personal resources. The foundation also hosts annual events such as the Robie Awards Dinner and strengthens alumni engagement through programming and leadership roles.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Fund and support JRF Scholars through expanded grant and partnership programsIncreases annual scholarship support for Scholars from $1,000 to $4,000 per year through corporate partnerships and major donations, including a $20 million gift to fund scholarships and museum operations. The foundation increased annual Scholar support to over 100 following a $1.7 million grant from the Starr Foundation.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operate the Jackie Robinson Museum and public archivesManages the Jackie Robinson Museum, which houses over 4,000 artifacts, 40,000 media and digital elements, and 137 feet of original documents, to educate the public about Jackie Robinson’s life and legacy. The foundation maintains archives for public education and has organized touring exhibitions such as “Jackie Robinson: An American Journey” that reached seven U.S. cities over three years.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$9.75M
Contributions & grants$9.01M92%
Program service revenue$205K2%
Investment income$280K3%
Other revenue$255K
expenses
Total expenses$13.70M
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising11%
Salaries & benefits$3.07M
Grants paid out$1.63M
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$38.36M
Cash$372K
Investments$4.59M
Liabilities$25.01M
Net assets$13.36M
Liquid reserves4.3 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +13.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 9
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DELLA BRITTON | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 60 | $314K |
| LA'TONYA JOHNSON | EVP, CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER | 60 | $240K |
| IVO PHILBERT | VP, EXTERNAL RELATIONS | 50 | $197K |
| KEISHA TAFFE | VP, CORE PROGRAMS | 50 | $192K |
| STEPHEN LYNCH | VP, SPONSOR RELATIONS | 60 | $174K |
| JENNIFER JENSEN | JRM CURATOR | 50 | $166K |
| BARBARA SAWYER | DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS | 50 | $125K |
| RACHEL ROBINSON | FOUNDER | 20 | $26K |
| SONYA PANKEY | DIRECTOR | 20 | $22K |
board members · 16
- ALBA TULL — DIRECTOR
- ARTHUR HAYES — DIRECTOR
- BYRON O SPRUELL — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER KOCH — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER N DEAN — DIRECTOR
- DAVID R ROBINSON — DIRECTOR
- DAVID ROBERTS — DIRECTOR
- DELAND KAMANGA — DIRECTOR
- ERNEST NEWBORN — DIRECTOR UNTIL OCTOBER 2023
- GREGG A GONSALVES — CHAIRMAN
- JOHN BRANCA — DIRECTOR
- JOSE M RIVERA — TREASURER UNTIL JUNE 2024
- JOSEPH J PLUMERI — DIRECTOR
- LARA ABRASH — DIRECTOR
- LEONARD S COLEMAN JR — CHAIRMAN EMERITUS
- MARTIN L EDELMAN — SECRETARY
relationships · 29
Who they work with
- BTIG Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- Bloomberg, LP Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- Brooklyn Dodgers Partner — Integrated modern baseball through partnership with the Brooklyn Dodgers organization under Branch Rickey's initiative.
- Charles R. Rangel Partner — Recipient of the JRF ROBIE Award in 2005 and honoree of the foundation's memorial tribute.
- Charles R. Rangel Partner — Worked with the foundation as a civil rights activist and former congressman in advancing social equity.
- Coca-Cola Company Partner — Sponsored the touring exhibition “Jackie Robinson: An American Journey” launched in 1987.
- Ernst & Young Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- GE Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- General Electric Partner — Corporate partner that provided funding enabling expansion of JRF scholarship program in the mid-1980s.
- JRF Alumni Association Network — Alumni association affiliated with the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- JRF Alumni Association Network — Kevin Littleton served as President of the JRF Alumni Association, actively strengthening its network and engagement.
- Jesse Jackson Partner — Collaborated with the foundation as a civil rights leader and public figure in support of its mission.
- Los Angeles Dodgers Partner — Mark Walter, principal owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, is a major supporter of the Foundation and Museum.
- M&T Charitable Foundation Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- Merrill Lynch Partner — Corporate partner that supported JRF’s expansion of scholarship awards and increased grant amounts in the mid-1980s.
- Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- NFL Partner — Includes coaches who are JRF alumni, reflecting engagement with professional sports leadership.
- New York Waterway Partner — Collaborated on the naming and dedication of a ferry in honor of Jackie Robinson.
- Ray Charles Foundation Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- Scholar Advisory Committees (SAC) Partner — Volunteer corps that interact with JRF Scholars during the Mentoring and Leadership Conference and year-round mentoring activities.
- Sonya Pankey Partner — Participated in the ferry christening ceremony as Jackie Robinson's granddaughter.
- Starr Foundation Funder — Provided two grants totaling $1.7 million between 1998 and 2003, enabling JRF to increase the number of scholars supported annually to over 100.
- The Coca-Cola Foundation Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- Tull Family Foundation Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- Turn 2 Foundation Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- U.S. Congress Partner — Includes members who are JRF alumni, indicating a connection between the foundation and public service leadership.
- Unilever Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- Yawkey Foundation Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
- Ziffren Brittenham LLP Funder — Supporter of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Alumni-Integrated Mentoringmethodology: peer_powered_learningBy connecting current scholars with successful alumni through structured conferences and networking, the foundation increases engagement and leadership development because peer mentorship and visible role models reinforce long-term aspirations and belonging.
- Comprehensive Scholarship Modelmethodology: comprehensive_scholarship_modelBy combining financial aid with sustained mentoring, leadership development, and career support, the foundation produces long-term student success because holistic support addresses systemic barriers that scholarships alone cannot overcome.
- Legacy-Based Social Changemethodology: legacy_based_changeBy leveraging the legacy and values of Jackie Robinson—particularly restraint in the face of racial adversity and service to others—the foundation inspires leadership and drives social change because historical example creates a compelling, values-rooted narrative for action.