Enduring Impact:
The Legacy of Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson’s impact goes beyond baseball, as the foundation carries forward his commitment to equality, empowering the next generation to break barriers and create lasting change.

Following Jackie's Death, Rachel continued his legacy with the Jackie Robinson Foundation

Following Robinson’s death, Rachel Robinson became President of the Jackie Robinson Construction Corporation and renamed the company the Jackie Robinson Development Corporation. The company, responsible for building 1,600 units, specialized in building low-to-moderate income housing.

In 1973, with the assistance of Martin L. Edelman, Charles Williams and Franklin H. Williams, Mrs. Robinson honored her husband’s memory by establishing The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF). As Robinson’s living legacy, JRF provides four-year scholarships and a host of support services, including career guidance, internship placement, and leadership development opportunities to talented college students with limited financial resources. To date, 1,700 college scholars from 45 states who have attended 260 colleges and universities have benefitted from JRF’s Scholars Program.

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“A life is not important except
in the impact it has on other lives.”

Jackie Robinson
This profound statement reflects his commitment to making a difference both on and off the field. Robinson's words continue to inspire individuals to strive for positive change.
Museum

Manhattan NY Is home to the Jackie Robinson Museum

Located in a landmarked building in Lower Manhattan, the Jackie Robinson Museum presents the life of the first African American inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in a dynamic setting, designed by Gensler, to educate, inspire, and challenge visitors of all ages. The space explores and celebrates Robinson’s athletic achievements, civil rights leadership, and deep commitment to social justice through changing and permanent exhibits that combine rare artifacts, baseball memorabilia, didactic information, and digital touchpoints. (Credit: Gensler)

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Foundation

To This Day, JRF Awards Scholars With College Scholarships & Programs

JRF Scholars receive college scholarships of up to $35,000 over four years and are financially sponsored to attend JRF‘s annual, four-day “Mentoring and Leadership Conference“ in New York City and other events throughout the year. Aside from generous financial support, Scholars benefit from a comprehensive, four-year program that includes career guidance, internship and permanent job placement, travel abroad, and leadership and practical life skills training.

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