Jenkins Youth and Family Village

Jenkins Youth and Family Village (Formerly known as Jenkins Orphanage)

Empowering families and youth to thrive—honoring the legacy of Rev. Daniel J. Jenkins.

Book Signing with Congressman Jim Clyburn with Community Information Forum**Open to the PublicJoin us for an inspiring f...
06/17/2026

Book Signing with Congressman Jim Clyburn with Community Information Forum
**Open to the Public

Join us for an inspiring fireside chat with Congressman Jim Clyburn as he discusses his New York Times bestselling memoir, The First Eight. The conversation will be moderated by Courtney Johnson, Founder of the Lowcountry Executive Leadership Consortium and CEO of CoJo, LLC.

📚 Books will be available for purchase, followed by a book signing.

📍 Jenkins Youth & Family Village
3923 Azalea Drive
North Charleston, SC 29405

🎯 Two Events. One Mission. Stronger Together.

Reserve your spot today:
https://www.jenkinsoas.org/congressman-clyburn-booksigning

✨ 4 Experts. 3 Conversations. 1 Mission. ✨How do we build stronger, more sustainable nonprofits? By learning from leader...
06/17/2026

✨ 4 Experts. 3 Conversations. 1 Mission. ✨

How do we build stronger, more sustainable nonprofits? By learning from leaders who are shaping the future of the sector.

Join the Lowcountry Executive Leadership Consortium for **Meet the Experts**, an exclusive afternoon of insight, strategy, and meaningful conversation designed to help nonprofit leaders:

✔️ Diversify revenue streams
✔️ Leverage AI and emerging technologies
✔️ Build impactful partnerships
✔️ Strengthen long-term organizational sustainability

Meet our featured experts:

💡 **Cheryl Smith, MPA** — AI & Grant Writing
🤝 **Reba Hough-Martin** — Collaborative Funding & Strategic Partnerships
📈 **Keith Sauls, CFA** & **Christian Pierce** — Revenue Diversification & Endowment Growth

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Jenkins Youth & Family Village
✉️ Invitation-Only Gathering

🌳 Empowering Youth. Strengthening Families. Building Stronger Communities.

Learn more about our work at [www.jenkinssoas.org](http://www.jenkinssoas.org).

Day 1. Our Freedom School Opening Day marked a thrilling beginning to a summer of discovery, growth, and empowerment thr...
06/16/2026

Day 1. Our Freedom School Opening Day marked a thrilling beginning to a summer of discovery, growth, and empowerment through literature and programming. We're grateful to the parents, readers, sponsors and partners who joined our morning Harambee celebration, and we're eagerly anticipating the incredible experiences that lie ahead.

Today, we honor Juneteenth. Juneteenth commemorates freedom, resilience, and the enduring pursuit of equality.As we refl...
06/15/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth. Juneteenth commemorates freedom, resilience, and the enduring pursuit of equality.

As we reflect on the significance of June 19, 1865, we celebrate the strength, perseverance, and contributions of generations whose sacrifices helped shape our communities and our nation.

For more than 130 years, Jenkins has stood as a place of opportunity, education, culture, and hope. Founded during a time when opportunities for African Americans were limited, Jenkins has remained committed to empowering children, strengthening families, preserving heritage, and building pathways to a brighter future.

Juneteenth reminds us that freedom is not only a moment in history—it is a continuing responsibility to uplift one another, invest in future generations, and create communities where every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

Today, we honor the past, celebrate the progress we've made, and recommit ourselves to the work that still lies ahead.

Happy Juneteenth from Jenkins Youth & Family Village.





🎷 The Sound of a Legacy.African American Music Appreciation Month is a time to honor the artists, educators, and cultura...
06/12/2026

🎷 The Sound of a Legacy.

African American Music Appreciation Month is a time to honor the artists, educators, and cultural traditions that have shaped the soundtrack of our nation.

For Jenkins, music is more than performance, it is part of our story. From the internationally acclaimed Jenkins Orphanage Band to the next generation of young musicians finding their voice today, music has long been a pathway to opportunity, expression, and excellence.

This month, we celebrate the enduring influence of African American music and the legacy of those whose creativity continues to inspire communities around the world.

🎶 Honoring the music. Preserving the legacy. Inspiring the future.

💙 Every child deserves to be seen, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive.During Children's Awareness Month, we ...
06/11/2026

💙 Every child deserves to be seen, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive.

During Children's Awareness Month, we celebrate the resilience, creativity, and potential of young people everywhere. We also recognize the importance of caring adults, strong families, and supportive communities that help children grow into confident, capable leaders.

At Jenkins Youth & Family Village, we remain committed to creating opportunities that empower youth, strengthen families, and build brighter futures for generations to come.

Together, we can ensure every child has the encouragement, resources, and support they need to succeed.

✨ Because every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential.

🚀 Curiosity is where innovation begins.At Jenkins STEAM Academy, young minds are encouraged to ask questions, explore po...
06/10/2026

🚀 Curiosity is where innovation begins.

At Jenkins STEAM Academy, young minds are encouraged to ask questions, explore possibilities, and discover how science, technology, engineering, arts, agriculture, and mathematics connect to the world around them.

Through hands-on experiences and meaningful mentorship, students gain the confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills needed to become tomorrow's leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers.

The future isn't waiting, it's being built today.

✨ Discover. Explore. Innovate.

🌱 Rooted in Heritage. Growing for the Future.The Gullah Geechee Community Garden is more than a place where food grows—i...
06/09/2026

🌱 Rooted in Heritage. Growing for the Future.

The Gullah Geechee Community Garden is more than a place where food grows—it's a space where culture, knowledge, and community flourish together.

Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and shared traditions, we are cultivating opportunities for youth and families to connect with the land, honor heritage, and build a healthier future.

Every seed planted represents growth. Every harvest represents possibility.

Together, we're preserving the past while nurturing the next generation.

🌟📚 FREEDOM SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAM BEGINS JUNE 15! 📚🌟Jenkins Youth & Family Village and E3 Foundation are excited to launc...
06/09/2026

🌟📚 FREEDOM SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAM BEGINS JUNE 15! 📚🌟

Jenkins Youth & Family Village and E3 Foundation are excited to launch our Freedom School Summer Program on Monday, June 15!

We are proud to welcome 50 scholars into this year’s program, where they will learn, grow, lead, and thrive through an engaging summer experience focused on literacy, leadership, and empowerment.

The overwhelming response from our community has been incredible, with 90 additional scholars currently on the waitlist!

💙 While we celebrate this milestone, it also reminds us of the tremendous need for quality youth programming in our community. Our commitment remains strong as we work toward expanding our capacity and serving even more scholars in the upcoming year.

✨ This is just the beginning.
✨ More opportunities.
✨ More growth.
✨ More impact.

Thank you to our families, partners, supporters, and community champions who continue to believe in our mission of educating, empowering, and elevating our youth.

📢 Stay tuned for exciting updates throughout the summer and announcements about future expansion opportunities!

You won't want to miss the inspiring fireside chat with Congressman Clyburn and CEO and Investor of CoJo LLC, Courtney J...
06/08/2026

You won't want to miss the inspiring fireside chat with Congressman Clyburn and CEO and Investor of CoJo LLC, Courtney Johnson, on The First Eight book signing. Also, learn about the latest developments at Jenkins Youth & Family Village.

Tickets are available at https://www.jenkinsoas.org/congressman-clyburn-booksigning.

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3923 Azalea Drive
North Charleston, SC
29405

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