Jackie Joyner-Kersee

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Jackie’s Businesses


Elite International Sports Marketing, Inc. Map It »	1034 South Brentwood Blvd., Suite 1530 St. Louis, MO, 63117 (314)-726-3355
Description Sports-marketing firm.
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Jackie’s Charities


Athletes for Hope Map It »	5335 Wisconsin Ave., N.W., Suite 850 Washington, DC, 20015 (202) 721-7210 Website
Description OUR MISSION To educate, encourage and assist athletes in their efforts to contribute to community and charitable causes, to increase public awareness of those efforts, and to inspire others to do the same. OUR PURPOSE Educate Athletes, with the proper information and tools, can make a tremendous positive impact on the charitable community. By connecting with professional athletes and teaching them about their philanthropic options, we will equip them with the tools to effectively give back to their community, educate their peers, and inspire many others to support charitable causes. Connect Athletes for Hope will connect athletes, charities, businesses, and individuals to create a movement for positive change. Many athletes have strong philanthropic objectives, yet do not know how to identify and get involved with organizations that best suit those objectives; likewise, many charities do not know how to utilize an athlete's time efficiently to best serve their objectives. AFH will match athletes' philanthropic goals with the needs of charities. Many corporations want to enhance their philanthropic efforts by partnering with the professional athlete community. AFH will help businesses design effective charitable activities and programs that involve athletes. There is also a special bond between athletes and their fans, and AFH will build upon that connection to inspire millions of people to follow the lead of athletes in a philanthropic movement. Recognize We value the hard work and contributions that professional athletes make to the charitable world, and we believe it is important to recognize these efforts. Through this recognition, we hope to celebrate the significant impact athletes can have on the lives of others, show our gratitude for their dedication to making a difference, increase the visibility of the athletes, charities and businesses involved, and inspire others to become part of the philanthropic movement.
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Jackie Joyner-Kersee Boys & Girls Cub Map It »	101 Jackie Joyner-Kersee Circle East St. Louis, IL, 62204 (877) 797-5437 Website
Description In every community, boys and girls are left to find their own recreation and companionship in the streets. An increasing number of children are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know that someone cares about them. Boys & Girls Clubs offer that and more. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence. Boys & Girls Clubs are a safe place to learn and grow – all while having fun. They are truly The Positive Place For Kids.
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Jackie Joyner-Kersee Center Map It »	101 Jackie Joyner-Kersee Circle East St. Louis, IL, 62204 (877) 797-5437 Website
Description Jackie Joyner-Kersee Center Facilities Include: Wellness Center Technology Center Game Room 1200-Seat Gymnasium Full Service Kitchen Fitness Center Learning Resource Center 2 Football Fields 2 Softball Fields Meeting Facilities Dance Studio 2 Baseball Fields Science Lab Music Room
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Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation Map It »	101 Jackie Joyner-Kersee Circle East St. Louis, IL, 62204 (877) 797-5437 Website
Description Our mission is to provide youth, adults, and families with the resources to improve their quality of life and to enhance communities worldwide, with special attention directed to East St. Louis, Illinois. VISION The Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation will be recognized worldwide for its comprehensive, youth-driven, education and community building programs in the Metro-East St. Louis region and for its support of youth development, philanthropy and volunteerism worldwide. ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY In 1986, during a visit to her hometown of East St. Louis, Illinois, Six-Time Olympic medalist, Jackie Joyner-Kersee learned of the closing of the Mary Brown Community Center, a major resource for youth development, leadership, athletic, and other recreational activities since 1968. The Center's impact on Jackie had been considerable, and, in her mind, a key ingredient in the development of her own character. It helped create the foundation for her significant athletic successes in track and field and in life. Upon learning the Center was closed, Jackie asked, "What do the youth in the city do now?" In 1988, Jackie established the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation a 501 (c) (3) public foundation. Under her leadership, the Foundation raised over $12 million from a variety of corporate, foundation and government sources and from scores of committed local individuals. The result was the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Center and an endowment. The Center was constructed on a 37-acre site adjacent to Interstate 64 and Kenneth Hall Park in East St. Louis, IL. The 41, 000 square foot Jackie Joyner-Kersee Center opened on March 1, 2000.
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St. Louis Sports Commission Map It »	701 Convention Plaza, Suite 300 St. Louis, MO, 63101 (314) 992-0687 Website
Description The St. Louis Sports Commission is the independent, privately funded nonprofit organization that benefits St. Louis through sports. Its efforts focus on attracting, creating and managing major sporting events for the St. Louis region – and contributing to its quality of life. Since its inception in 1989, the Sports Commission has fulfilled its mission by producing a diverse lineup of high-profile events that excite area sports fans, generate revenue for the region, and garner positive exposure for St. Louis. The results-driven organization focuses on what matters to the area, hosting events that make St. Louis a well-rounded sports town and a more vibrant community.
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Professional Highlights

	Sport:	Track & Field
	Position(s):	Heptathlete & Long Jumper

Prolebrity: Beyond the Game

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