Summer News from JCF

An Update from our Executive Director, Jennifer Hamilton

We recently sponsored A Place at the Table’s Food Truck Rodeo. This pay-as-you-can cafe is serving the marginalized of downtown Raleigh by cultivating an environment where EVERYONE has a seat at the table. If you are local, please support this essential nonprofit with us by enjoying their great food and dining from 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday. They are widely known for their incredible homemade pop tarts!

As you may have recently seen, we are partnering with Ship Community Outreach to further develop their Sex Trafficking Initiative. This is a long-term partnership that will provide funds and leadership in order to build a team to oversee their Day Center, manage the intake and needs of clients, organize volunteers and donations, and much more. This Day Center will be a vital resource for Ship as they continue to reach people who are experiencing trauma from being trafficked and connect them to a place where they can find healing and restoration. We are honored to be a part of this great work!

Lastly, our JCF Board of Directors is currently working to develop a strategic plan that will help us set goals that align with our mission, vision, and values and equip us with a clear plan to accomplish those. We can’t wait to share all that we learn!

Thank you for your continued support and love, demonstrated through donations, volunteering, and sharing our work on social media. We are blessed to have you with us!

New Website!

The Jimmy Carroll Foundation has a new look. We are so excited to share that our new website just launched!

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Partners

JCF partners with organizations that focus on often overlooked and marginalized people in Raleigh and greater Wake County that are recognizing social disparities and are meeting practical needs. We are thrilled to partner with these four amazing organizations and are so proud of the work they are doing in our community.

U.S. Attorney’s Office Visit with Ship Community Outreach

Recently JCF was invited to join a discussion on human trafficking with U.S. Attorney Michael F. Easley, Jr.'s office and Ship Outreach. One of the topics discussed was the exploitation of human trafficking victims by landlords. Some landlords require criminal histories on their tenants’ rental applications and then take advantage of these victims financially, physically, and/or sexually in order to remain tenants. It was an eye-opening discussion, and a lot more work still needs to be done, but this was a good first step to creating positive change in our community.

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Board Member Spotlight: Jarret Hamilton

Meet Jimmy Carroll Foundation board member Jarret Hamilton! Jarret was hired by Jimmy Carroll right out of college and for the next 20 years Jimmy continued to be his trusted mentor and close friend. "I want to be a part of JCF to help carry on Jimmy's legacy of loving and caring for the marginalized. I am not a 'board guy,' but this board is the only one that could draw me in," shared Jarret. If you see Jarret around and want to make his day, make sure to bring him his favorite dessert: pumpkin pie. There's one catch though - the topping matters a lot to him. "Pumpkin pie with Cool Whip - not whipped cream, it has to be Cool Whip." Another fun fact? Jarret's wife is Jennifer Hamilton, JCF's Executive Director. "She's pretty amazing." We agree! Thanks for all you do for JCF, Jarret. We appreciate you!

JCF Values & Priorities in Action: Longevity

Recently, we proudly presented a check to Ship Outreach for $30,000! As a part of a long-term partnership, JCF has committed to donating $90,000 over the next 3 years to support their Sex Trafficking Initiative. Donations will help Ship Community Outreach by providing them with funds to establish their Day Center, where victims can find emergency assistance and resources, and strengthen their programs.

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Events

We were so proud to be a sponsor for A Place at the Table's Food Truck Rodeo last month! What a fun event showcasing all the incredible work nonprofits are doing right here in Raleigh. (It also didn't hurt that there was delicious food to enjoy while learning about these amazing organizations!) Thanks for all you do, A Place at the Table Raleigh!

Sermon Spotlight

"Open your eyes to the needs of those around you."

The Jimmy Carroll Foundation's mission is to bring love and justice to our city. We help marginalized people right here in Raleigh and greater Wake County. Our eyes are open to those around us who most need our help.

It’s Your Move - “Measure What Matters Most”

“Why am I here?”

At JCF, our answer is to display love and justice to those who are often overlooked and marginalized. Join us.

Blueprint - “Purpose”

Follow along to see JCF in action!