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The Kappa Alpha Psi Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. was founded and incorporated on December 29, 1997, by John Burrell, Cassius Priestly, Fred Knight,Terrance Ivey, and Tony Nelson, five members of the Jacksonville (FL) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Your financial donations to the Foundation will help our ability to mentor young men in our community and provide scholarships to local graduating seniors seeking to continue their education at an accredited College or University! Donating to the Foundation will also assist in our efforts to build a community center and aid struggling families in need of assistance. Your donations to our 501 (C)(3) Foundation are tax deductible.

Community Service

The Jacksonville (FL) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (est.1925) and The Kappa Alpha Psi Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. (est.1997) are dedicated to serving our community through our 5 main initiatives:

Life Skills Training
Leadership Training
Financial Literacy
Heath Education
Information Technology

Mentorship

The Kappa League program was established Fraternity-wide over 30 years ago, as the primary program that Alumni Chapters use to mentor young people in their communities.

Since the program’s inception, the Jacksonville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. has helped young adolescent African-American males develop and improve their leadership through the Guide Right Leadership & Development Program known as Kappa League.

Scholarship Education

The Kappa Alpha Psi Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. in partnership with the William and Betty Cody Foundation provides scholarships to graduating high school students in the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area who have been admitted to a College or University.

The Foundation members and volunteers also provide information to these graduating high school students about choosing a profession and/or career after earning their College or University degrees.

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Let's get healthy!

Each year in January, the Kappa Alpha Psi Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. and the Jacksonville (FL) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. host the Healthy Start 5k Run! The Healthy Start 5k Run welcomes both runners and walkers. The purpose of this charitable event is to raise awareness for the importance of beginning each new year with a focus on healthy living, regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle. Your contributions also support the Scholarship Fund and the Dr. Charles B. McIntosh Community Achievement Center Fund.

How To Help Us

The Jacksonville Kappa Alpha Psi Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to serving the Jacksonville community. However, we can only do so with your help. Here are some ways you can assist;
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Send Donation

Your monetary donations help to raise money for scholarships, assist struggling families in need, and assist with making the community center a reality.
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Become Volunteer

"The smallest act of kindess is worth more than the grandest intention"-Oscar Wilde. In other words we need your help. For more information about volunteer work click here!
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Share Media

Spread the word to friends and family using your social media pages. Awarness is key to getting the word out. Simply use one our hastags when posting an event to your social media page.

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Golf Tournament

The Charitable Golf Tournament has been taking place since 1993. The Kappa Alpha Psi Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. and the Jacksonville (FL) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. hosts an Annual Charitable Golf Tournament in the Jacksonville metropolitan area to raise funds to provide scholarships for graduating high school students in their pursuit of post-secondary and graduate degrees.

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#JaxKappa B&W Ball

The Black & White Ball is the signature gala of the Jacksonville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and the Kappa Alpha Psi Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. This prestigious event raises funds that are specifically designated to build a new Kappa Community Center that will enhance the lives of the youth of Northwest Jacksonville in particular and the Northwest Jacksonville community at large.

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Take a look at our calendar!

Here is a list of events that we have scheduled for this month. Stay tuned for more news on upcomming events!

Upcoming Events

2023
Winter

Healthy Start 5K

8:30 am - 10:00 am Jacksonville,FL

The Healthy Start 5K Run welcomes both runners and walkers. The purpose of this charitable event is to raise awareness for the importance of living a healthy, fit and smart lifestyle. In addition to the run/walk, healthcare professionals will be in attendance to answer questions and provide insightful educational resources. We encourage the Northeast Florida community and the city of Jacksonville especially, to come out to enjoy a nice run or walk to kick the new year off to a healthy start!

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2023
DEC 18

The 2nd Annual Black & White Ball

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Jacksonville,FL

THE JACKSONVILLE FOUNDATION OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INC. CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO ITS BLACK & WHITE BALL 2021

Jacksonville, FL – The Black & White Ball 2021 is the signature gala of the Jacksonville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and the Kappa Alpha Psi Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. This prestigious event raises funds that are specifically designated to build a new Kappa Community Center that will enhance the lives of the youth of Northwest Jacksonville in particular and the Northwest Jacksonville community at large.

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2023
APR 1

28th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

8:30 am - 3:00 pm St. Augustine,FL

The Kappa Alpha Psi Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. will host its 28th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Slammer & Squire Golf Course at the famous World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Florida in the spring of 2023 with a shotgun start at 8:30 am. The tournament is a four-person, best-ball scramble. The price per golfer includes green and other applicable fees, on-course contests, range balls, and full-course meal.

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