Marathon to One Million
Fueling Generations of Change: Transforming One Million Young Lives with Hope, Opportunity, and Economic Security
15
For over 15 years, the Malcolm Jenkins Foundation has been closing opportunity gaps and preparing youth in underserved communities for long-term economic mobility
133k+
Youth & Families Impacted
1M
Goal by 2040
Why We Do This
Your support makes an impact
What We've Accomplished Together
For 15 years, the Malcolm Jenkins Foundation has been transforming lives and creating opportunity—impacting more than 113,000 youth and families across underserved communities.$224,000+
in scholarships awarded
Breaking down financial barriers to higher education and opening doors to brighter futures.Hundreds+
of students inspired
Through S.T.E.A.M. education, fostering innovation, creativity, and critical thinking skills.
100,000+
individuals supported
With food and health resources, addressing immediate needs while building long-term solutions.
1,000+
youth empowered
Through financial literacy programs, building foundations for economic security and wealth creation.
6,000
students mentored
Providing life skills, guidance, and support to help young people navigate challenges and achieve their goals.
And this
is only the beginning
With your support, we can fuel the next 15 years of impact—expanding pathways, amplifying voices, and building brighter futures.
Legacy Voices - 15 Years of Stories
Our impact is not just measured in numbers—it lives in the stories of those we serve. These 15 videos showcase journeys of scholarship recipients, community partners, volunteers, and program participants.
Our Mission is Clear
Expand economic opportunity for youth in underserved communities through culturally grounded education, financial literacy, and career pathway programs—empowering the next generation to build lasting security and wealth.
Join Us for the Celebration
Marathon to One Million: The Next 15 Years
Join us for the inspiring finale live-stream event marking the successful close of our 15th anniversary campaign. Together, we will celebrate incredible achievements and ignite the potential for one million more by 2040.
The Work That We Are Doing
For 15 years, the Malcolm Jenkins Foundation has been transforming lives and creating opportunity—impacting more than 113,000 youth and families across underserved communities. This is how we are doing it
Our Partners in Impact
Voices of Impact
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You'll receive a receipt for your records immediately after donating.
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87% of every dollar goes directly to our programs. The remaining 13% covers essential operational costs to ensure we can continue delivering impact. We maintain transparency through annual reports and regular updates to our donors.
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Absolutely! We accept gifts of appreciated stock, cryptocurrency, and other assets. These gifts often provide additional tax benefits. Contact us at donate@malcolmjenkinsfoundation.org for transfer instructions.
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Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double or triple your impact! Check with your HR department or use our employer matching tool. We'll handle all the paperwork to make it easy.
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Yes! Join our MVP Circle by setting up a monthly gift. You can modify or cancel anytime, and you'll receive special updates showing your ongoing impact throughout the year.