Friends of Jamaica Seattle

Friends of Jamaica Seattle

Mission

Friends of Jamaica Seattle (FOJS) is a non-profit, non-political organization that promotes understanding and appreciation of Jamaican culture and heritage, participates in the advancement of education in Jamaica by supplying schools with books and educational supplies, and provides emergency and compassionate assistance to Jamaicans and persons of Jamaican heritage in Seattle.

History

Friends of Jamaica Seattle (FOJS), was founded in 1996 by a group of Jamaicans and friends of Jamaica living in the Puget Sound region with the primary purpose to provide charitable and educational assistance to Jamaica.

Since its founding, FOJS has organized several fundraising events, the proceeds of which have been used to purchase computers, scientific equipment, and other school supplies for schools in Jamaica.

Projects

Some of the Jamaican schools and institutions that FOJS have served in the past include:

Mile Gully High School
Mile Gully Primary and Basic Schools
Porus Basic School
Street Kids
Content Basic School
Tacius Golding High School

Joining together for a good cause: Welcome to Freinds of Jamaica Seattle, located in Renton!

The first and foremost goal of our non-profit organization is to make a difference in as many people's lives as possible. We strive to improve the living conditions for those who need the help, who can't do it themselves. Have you ever thought about how much you could change things just by volunteering?

Want to know more about us and our projects? Use our website to read about the work we have done so far and our plans for the future. Do you like what we do and want to know what you can do to help? Call us on +1 425 6411438, our dedicated team will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Want to Become a Member?

Please call us at: +1 425 6411438 or fill out our contact form.

Freinds of Jamaica Seattle

17414 156th Pl SE

Renton, 1653 98058

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