Bridging the gap between education and graduation
Our Vision
At our core, we believe that higher education should be available and affordable for everyone who seeks it. Our vision champions the idea that opportunity should not be limited by financial barriers. We are committed to creating pathways for all individuals to pursue their academic aspirations and achieve their dreams. Together, we can foster a more inclusive educational landscape.
Our Mission
Empowering Through Education
At the Harris-Jones Foundation, we strive to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students. We recognize the challenges that students face in achieving their academic goals and we are dedicated to helping them overcome these obstacles. Through our wide range of programs, we provide support and mentorship to promising students, offering gap scholarships that cover expenses like tuition, room & board, and travel. We believe that education is the key to unlocking a brighter future for all and we are committed to making it more accessible.
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In summary, our goal is to assist talented and deserving young people in achieving their dream of attaining a college education. We hope to help minimize the financial burden while also providing support, through mentorship and guidance, with the many other challenges that college students face.
Awarding Scholarships
Creating Opportunities
Building Stronger Communities
Helping Those in Need
Giving Back
Building a Brighter Tomorrow
Our Founders
Jeffrey and Kim Harris Jones
Kim Harris Jones and Jeffrey Jones are Cass Tech Graduates from the classes of 1978 and 1977, respectively. They attribute much of their personal and professional achievements to the foundation they received at Cass Tech. They are strong believers that a higher education is a valuable asset in one's tool box.
Our Programs
At the Harris-Jones Foundation, we are committed to supporting, empowering, and providing high-quality resources to our scholars. Our success is measured not in terms of wealth, but by the value we provide to our students. Learn more about our programs below.
Closing the Education Gap
Providing Opportunities
Our Gap Scholarship ensures promising students have the tools they need to succeed, despite their circumstances. We provide the financial capability to match our student's academic capabilities.
Our gap scholarships cover essential expenses like food, textbooks, travel, and room and board, providing crucial support to promising students in need.
Building Stronger Communities
Empowering Through Mentorship
Our Mentorship Program is one of the key areas of focus here at the Harris-Jones Foundation. Our mentorship program offers guidance and support to promising students, helping them navigate their academic and personal lives.