Her passion is working with young people to teach them life skills, showing them love and respect, and creating a safe space for acceptance.

Neighborhood associations are the building blocks of the larger community and one of the most effective ways for citizens to be heard, fight crime, improve infrastructure, and enhance quality of life.

Jackson residents should prepare for the strong possibility of severe flooding and high winds.

Raspberry is one of Mississippi Business Journal’s Top 50 Distinguished Leading Women in Business and a Goodwill Industries Volunteer Salute honoree.

The Jackson Neighborhood Engagement Support Grant funds Jackson neighborhoods to cover a neighborhood meeting or event expense. The $100 one-time use grant will be awarded to 10 Jackson neighborhoods that are engaging their residents within the city limits of Jackson.

Is your neighborhood ready to tell its story? JAN accepts story submissions about unique projects, events, inspiring stories, and memorable experiences in your community.

Kelly joined JAN about two months ago to leverage her urban planning and public policy background, aiming to bridge the gap between technical expertise and grassroots community advocacy.

Collectively, this group has years of experience in neighborhood leadership, volunteering and community strengthening, making them the ideal collective to move JAN forward.