The Jeannis Foundation expanded its global engagement through travel across West Africa, visiting Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria. While in Nigeria, they spent time in Makoko, the country’s well-known floating community, where they visited the Makoko Part of Solution School and Orphanage Home. During their visit, they made a donation to the organization and personally recognized students for their hard work and positive behavior, reinforcing the importance of education and encouragement.
Food insecurity is a significant and growing issue on college campuses, with nearly 2 out of 5 students nationwide—and almost 60% at HBCUs—struggling to access adequate food. To address this, the Food Security Pitch Competition invited students to develop innovative, technology-driven solutions to strengthen Mimi’s Pantry, a campus pantry serving Morehouse College, Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, and Morris Brown. Participants explored ways to enhance access to nutritious food, increase awareness, and improve the pantry’s overall impact within the campus community.
The Jeannis Foundation volunteers at the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Our team was able to sort, pack, and distribute over 11,000 pounds of food, providing 9,215 meals to families in need.
Speaking at U.S. Bank's Innovation Week: Atlanta Host City Keynote Panel was a rewarding experience. Alongside Laura Gibson-Lamothe, Shakiri Murrain, Andrew Cantrell, and Sam Thurman, we shared insights, expertise, and personal experiences in fostering innovation within our communities. It's been a fulfilling journey connecting with talented individuals as part of our ongoing pursuit to foster innovation.
The Jeannis family had an exhilarating time on Family Feud, showcasing not only our lively personalities and strong bond but also sharing our Haitian culture with the world. Our energetic presence captivated both the audience and viewers at home. Our quick thinking, teamwork, and ability to strategize under pressure made for entertaining moments. Beyond aiming for victory, we cherished the opportunity to bond as a family, create lasting memories, sharing our laughter, love, and Haitian culture with viewers worldwide.