The Jamaica Foundation of Houston is a 501(c3) non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the cultural ties between Caribbean people and the Houston community.

Condolences

With heartfelt sympathy, we send condolences to Mrs. Marjorie Cotton for the passing of her husband Mr. James Cotton who passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2019. As a former law professor of Texas Southern University, Mr. Cotton contributed the lives of many students and was a great supporter of the Jamaica Foundation of Houston as well as the Jamaican community. Mr. Cotton will be remembered well by his community and our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Save the Date

20-Sep. General Meeting

Learn more about membership, member and sponsor benefits, youth leadership, academic scholarship, and fundraising efforts.

20-Sep – 20-Oct. Dorian Bahamas Relief

Join the Jamaica Foundation of Houston in conjunction with the Association of Jamaican Nurses Houston and Houston Missouri City Domino Club in raising funds for the Dorian Bahamas Relief through our GoFundMe page. On September 1, 2019, the Category 5 Hurricane Dorian made landfall on the Abaco Islands and moved the next day to the eastern end of Grand Bahama Island, devastating the Bahamas.

100% of proceeds go towards the Dorian Bahamas Relief.

26-Oct. 5k Fun Run/Walk

Join in on the fun! Promote health and fitness through a 5k walk/run. Our run will be from 8 am until 11 am at Memorial Sugarland Park where we held our Annual Picnic.

Proceeds go towards the Jamaica Foundation of Houston’s Scholarship Program and Dorian Bahamas Relief.

6-Dec. Election & Christmas Party

Join us for our annual elections. Only Foundation members vote in the elections, so renew or start your membership today! Also attend a presentation by our youth group.

A Jamaica Foundation Promoting Education & Understanding

We are a cultural and educational community resource focused on strengthening ties and awareness between the people of Houston and Jamaica.

We are involved in educational, charitable and civic activities with institutions and individuals in the greater Houston community as well as in Jamaica. Our Jamaica Foundation works with the March of Dimes, Dyslexia Intervention Training, Hurricane Disaster Relief and with many other charitable groups. We connect and participate with local organizations in events, fundraisers and by providing educational resources to the people of Jamaica.

Promoting cultural understanding, education and Volunteerism.

Click Here to Donate to Our Organization or read more about our Jamaican Foundation.