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Welcome to the Jesse White Foundation. On this Web site you will find resources to help connect current and future sponsors and tumblers who support the ongoing community outreach that has sustained our mission in helping underprivileged youth for 50 years.
Driven by the belief that societal growth and sustainability is best achieved by empowering youth to become positive contributors to society, we have created an outlet for kids to become physically fit and mentally sound, and Soar to New Heights.
" There's something behind what makes the organization what it is now, and that's our history."
-JWTT Alum Joined: 1967.
"I was never pressured to join a gang because they knew I was one of Mr. White's guys."- JWTT Alum Joined: 1969.
Training Program:
The Jesse White Tumbling Team was created to provide a positive alternative for inner-city kids. The Training Program is specifically designed to enhance and develop the tumbling skills of the current trainees enrolled. This program teaches team members discipline and the expectations, theory and philosophy behind our organization. Learn More
Scholars Program:
The Jesse White Foundation Scholars Program has helped dozens of students reach beyond high school and pursue their dreams. Established in 2000, the program provides academic and financial support for current and former members of the tumbling team who plan to continue their education. Over $300,000 has been invested to date. Collegiate financial aid is available to all trainees and tumblers who are in good standing with the Jesse White Tumbling Team Organization. Learn More
Tutoring Program:
The Jesse White Foundation strongly believes in a well-rounded education for our youth, providing them with skill-building opportunities in both athletics and academics. The Tutoring Program assists with homework, encourages independent reading, improves writing skills, spelling and handwriting, and practices basic math facts. It also improves science and social studies grades through enhancing study skills and helps members develop a higher level of critical thinking through group and individual work. Learn More
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History of Tumblers: 50 Years and Counting
"I went to the office on Sedgwick, and tumbled outside for Mr. White. He watched, I tumbled, he tossed me a uniform and there we were." - JWTT Alum Joined: 1990.
In 1959, The Jesse White Tumbling Team (JWTT) sprung into action during its first appearance at the Rockwell Garden Field House in the Chicago Park District. For the next 50 years, JWTT, voluntarily lead by founder and coach Jesse White, soared to amazing heights, both in Chicago and around the world.
What started as a gym show has grown into a world-renowned tumbling team, tutoring program, and scholars program, awarding over $280,000 in collegiate financial aid during the past decade.
The 2010 team consists of 225 young men and women ages 6 and up, and the program has included nearly 12,000 kids over the past half century.
The JWTT participates in over 1,000 performances each year, gaining both national and international attention. From all over the United States and Canada, to Hong Kong, Japan, and the Cayman Islands, audiences of all ages have enjoyed the tumblers story and talent. Each year, the team is showcased at major sport and community events, as well as business and charity functions.
Since 1959, JWTT has provided recreational, athletic, educational and cultural enrichment to local underprivileged youth. With strict team requirements and a "tough love" approach, JWTT have created an outlet for kids to channel their energy, an academic program to keep them on the right track, and a scholarship program to provide the support they need. With the help of our community, we will continue this mission and sustainability for the next 50 years.
Here's to 50 Years of Helping Kids
Soar to New Heights!
1959 - The first appearance as The Jesse White Tumbling Team is made at Rockwell Garden Field House in the Chicago Park District.
Early 60s - JWTT build community awareness by appearing in art fairs around the city of Chicago including the Gold Coast Art Fair and the Lincoln Central Art Fair.
1970 - The team begins making college appearances, including half time performances at major universities such as DePaul, Northwestern, and Loyola.
1975 - The team appears in a TV segment called Ambassadors of Cabrini Green.
1983 - JWTT have their first NBA appearance at a Chicago Bulls game at Chicago Stadium.
1985, 1986 - The team gains major sponsors such as Coca-Cola (1985) and McDonald’s Corporation (1986).
1986 - The JWTT appears in the blockbuster movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.
1987 - On National Peace Day in Tokyo, Japan, the team makes its first international appearance.
1990 - JWTT participate in the McKids Tour, touring 20 cities around the United States.
1992 - JWTT performs at the Clinton Administration's first Inaugural Address.
1996 - The tumblers appear on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. To date, they have appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Disney Channel, and CBS.
2007 - The tumblers complete a tour of China, performing in 9 cities in 10 days as part of the C-Town Benefit Show. The show raised $48,976 to benefit disabled people & poverty stricken communities in China.
2009 - In the 50th Anniversary year, The Jesse White Tumbling Team now entertains National and International attention with over 1,000 performances worldwide each year. This program has sustained the lives of over 11,500 individuals, enriching their lives with athletics, tutoring, and scholarships for a higher education.
2010 - On February 23,2010, The JWTT performs on Jesse White Tumbling Team Day at the United Center in Chicago
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Coaches & Staff
Our Founder and Head Coach and current Illinois Secretary of State Hon. Jesse White started his vision for the tumblers half a century ago. He served six years as the Cook County Recorder of Deeds and 16 years in the Illinois State Legislature. He was also a teacher for thirty-three years, played professional baseball for the Chicago Cubs organization, served as a paratrooper in the United States Army's 101st Airborne Division, as well as served as a member of the Illinois National Guard. Since the team's inception in 1959, Jesse White has selflessly volunteered his time, money and energy to this program. Over the years his unwavering dedication to the youth of Chicago has resulted in him becoming a role model to nearly 12,000 tumblers to date.
Coaches:
Ald. Walter Burnett
Marcell Channell
Robert Channell
Tavaris Fletcher
Golden Lyles
Princeton Lynch
Eric Maxey
Emmanuel McGhee
Drivers:
Founder & Head Coach Hon. Jesse White
Odette Alleyne
Diane Bass
Ald. Walter Burnett
Cortez Cosey
Kalin Harding
Janie Johnson
Eric Maxey
DayAnn Thompson
Hon. Jesse White
Full Time Staff:
- Office Manager and Program Coordinator: Ms. Deborah Denne
- Executive Director, Scholars and Tutoring Programs: Yvonne C. Jones
- Foundation Staff: Acting Director, Foundation: Joy A. Shanaberger
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It was fifty years ago that a small gym show with the Chicago Park District quickly became the Jesse White Tumbling Team. Half a century just doesn't seem possible, yet here we are. When we began this journey, our world was a much different place. What has remained constant, though, is our responsibility as adults to do all we can to help give young people the best possible chance to mature into productive and responsible individuals. The Jesse White Tumbling Team began with that in mind and through five decades, it has been our driving force.
Over the years, the incredible acrobatic performances of team members - nearly 12,000 strong - have been a source of enjoyment and entertainment for countless people all across the globe. Like many, I've looked on in awe at the athletic ability of these kids. But what fills my heart with pride is the knowledge of what is happening off the mats and away from the crowds.
These young men and women have chosen to follow a path to success by staying in school, avoiding illegal drugs and shunning gangs. Chicago and the world have seen their amazing potential and have helped them gain the confidence, desire and ability to pursue it. Of course, we could not have done it without the commitment of our current and future supporters.
With the celebration of our 50th year anniversary, the tendency is to look back and reflect on what has been accomplished, yet the best way we can continue to make a difference is to commit to the future. Fifty years ago we embarked on this mission with hope and resolve. Today, with our partners by our side, we move forward with renewed purpose and dedication.
Thank you to every member, volunteer, partner, advisor, and friend who has helped make it possible serve our youth. Here's to the next 50 years of helping kids soar to new heights!
Jesse White
Coach & Founder
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"The Tumbling Team allowed me to see that there was more to life than the neighborhood, and not to judge a person by their economic status, but by their drive and their goals." - JWTT Alum Joined: 1992.
The Jesse White Foundation is a preventative organization that allows us to proactively promote positive social values. On average it costs the Illinois tax payers between $40,000- $60,000 annually to put one person in prison for one year. A Jesse White Tumbler uniform can be sponsored for $100.00. The team is made up of individuals who want to sincerely want to challenge themselves and surround themselves with others with the same goals and dreams.
*Sponsored hyperlink to Donations page
Team Roster
The Jesse White Tumbling Team was created in 1959 to provide a positive alternative for
inner-city kids. Team members must stay away from gangs, drugs, alcohol, stay in school and maintain a minimum “C” average. The team consists of over 160 members, male and female, as young as age 6.
The team gives more than 1,000 performances each year at major sporting events and community, business and charity functions. The Jesse White Tumblers attract national and international attention and have performed throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong, Bermuda and Tokyo, Japan. The team has also been featured in commercials, national television shows and motion pictures.
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The Jesse White Tumbling Team was created to provide a positive alternative for inner-city kids. The Training Program is specifically designed to enhance and develop the tumbling skills of the current trainees enrolled. This program teaches team members discipline and the expectations, theory and philosophy
The Training Program is free to all enrolled participants. Imbedded within the training is a strict no-tolerance rule with a "tough love" approach: no gangs, no drugs, and no alcohol. All tumblers must maintain a minimum of a "C" average in school in order to be considered in good standing with the program. Should tumblers fall below expectation, they are automatically enrolled in our Tutoring Program. Mr. White, Ms. Denne, and the head coaching staff reserve the right to terminate any participant for violating any of these rules and regulations.
Currently, participants train at either our Ada Park location on the south-side of Chicago, or at the Moody Bible Solheim Center on the near north-side of Chicago. However, working hand in hand with the Chicago Park District, we've taken the first steps toward establishing a Community Center on Chicago's west-side. Serving as both a resource for the community and tumblers, the new Community Center will promote physical training pursuits as well as in-service classes for educational programs.
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1. The team is free to all selected participants.
2. Tumblers must be at least age 6 to audition.
3. A parent/guardian must accompany the student to the audition.
4. Trainees are banned from using drugs, alcohol and tobacco products.
5. Trainees may not participate in any gang activity or be involved in any misdemeanor of sorts. This results in termination from the team.
6. Once on the team, participants must be dressed in proper uniform (provided by Mr. White) at each practice.
7. Each trainee is allowed 3 unexcused absences. After this number has been exceeded, the team reserves the right to remove the student from the program. Trainees unable to attend a training session are strongly encouraged to communicate with Ms. Denne (312.266.7498) prior to the session.
8. Trainees must maintain at least a "C" average. If participants fall below this level, they are automatically entered into the Tutoring Program or must show documentation that they are enrolled in an outside tutoring program.
9. Students must bring 2nd Quarter report cards (not progress reports) to audition. Students who are homeschooled must bring documentation from the City of Chicago on official letterhead that confirms they are being homeschooled.
10. Report cards of all trainees are reviewed after each marking period by Mr. White and Ms. Denne.
11. Collegiate financial aid is available, upon application, to all trainees who are in good standing with the Jesse White Tumbling Team Organization through the scholars program. Contact Ms. Yvonne Jones at 312.943.4846
12. At any time, a parent/guardian may remove participant from the program temporarily due to personal emergencies, etc.
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Tumbler Training FAQ's:
How can I become a Tumbler?
To become a tumbler, one has to attend a tryout session [hyperlink to roll over, Text: ), held in the fall or the winter, and be a member of the Training Program for the full duration of an academic year. At the end of the Training Program, trainees that meet requirements to become members of the Tumbling Team are rewarded for their efforts. However, this should not discourage members that do not make the team the first time around. All trainees that do not make the Tumbling Team are encouraged to return to the Training Program the following year.
How old do you have to be to tryout?
In order to audition for the Training Program, students need to be between 6 - 16 years of age.
When are Tumbling Team tryouts held?
Tumbling Team tryout sessions are held during the months of September and January each year. To find out the dates of this year's tryout sessions, go to "http://www.jessewhitetumblingteam.com/tryout.php"
Is there a cost to tryout?
No, there is no cost to tryout for the Tumbling Team. Uniforms are provided free of charge for use during the Training Program. However, if a uniform is lost or damaged, there is a fee to replace each item.
How can I book the Tumblers for a performance?
Go to "http://www.jessewhitetumblingteam.com/contact_general.php" here to contact the team office.
How can I become a team sponsor or volunteer?
Go to "http://www.jessewhitetumblingteam.com/contact_general.php" for more information.
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The Jesse White Foundation strongly believes in a well-rounded education for our youth, providing them with skill-building opportunities in both athletics and academics. To help achieve this mission, the Jesse White Foundation founded our Tutoring Program in 2000.
We require our student athletes to maintain a minimum of a "C" average in their classroom setting. Should a team member or trainee fall below our standard, they are automatically enrolled in our Tutoring Program where we provide top-notch instruction to raise their academic expectations and results.
The Tutoring Program assists with homework, encourages independent reading, improves writing skills, spelling and handwriting, and practices basic math facts. It also improves science and social studies grades through enhancing study skills and helps members develop a higher level of critical thinking through group and individual work.
If Tumblers would prefer to enroll in a private tutoring program of their choice, proof of this enrollment and tracked progress would fulfill our rules and regulations.
Tutors Home
The tutoring sessions are held three times per week at our Ada Park location on the south-side of Chicago, and two times per week at the Moody Bible Solheim Center on the near north-side of Chicago. The Tutoring Program is staffed by certified and experienced teachers/volunteers to provide our student athletes with the resources and support they need in order to reach success.
For more information about the Jesse White Tutoring Program, please call Yvonne Jones at 312.943.4846.
Tutors Mission
Our equation for a healthy mind and an active lifestyle? Brain food. By offering them resources to enhance both academics and athletics simultaneously, we have found the answer to achieving that success.
A study by the United States Department of Justice & United States Department of Education shows that students who spent even one to four hours per week in extracurricular activities were 60 percent less likely to have dropped out of school by 12th grade than their peers who did not participate. Our Tutoring Program works cohesively with our Training Program to solidify these results.
By providing students with an athletic outlet to channel their energy and an academic program to keep them on the right track, we are able to directly impact their lives and help them become proactive members in society.
Achieving the Goal
Through strategic planning, we are able to achieve our goal of holding all tumblers and trainees accountable for maintaining the minimum "C" average academic standard. Understanding that each of our members have different learning styles and retain information in various ways, we are proud to offer a variety of teaching methods designed for the individual at hand. We also assist each of our members in understanding their different learning style, providing them with the appropriate study habits and note-taking skills to maximize their academic careers.
Report cards are reviewed after each marking period. Students must bring 2nd Quarter report cards for review (not progress reports). It is important to note that the majority of our members enrolled in our Tutoring Program continue with the tutoring services well after they have sustained the organization academic standards.
Students who are homeschooled must bring documentation from the City, on the City of Chicago letterhead, that confirms that they are being homeschooled. Students will not be permitted to audition for the athletic portion of our organization without a report card or homeschool documentation.
- Visual
- Aural
- Read/Write
- Kinesthetic
- Multi-modal
For more information about the Jesse White Tutoring Program, please call Yvonne Jones at (312) 943-4846.
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FACT: Minorities make up only 32% of total college attendees, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Through our Scholars Program we provide high school students with the opportunity to attend post-secondary education allowing them the chance to be successful and grow as citizens.
The Jesse White Foundation strongly believes that everyone, regardless of circumstance, should have the opportunity and resources to expand their education. The Scholars Program has helped dozens of students reach beyond high school and pursue their dreams. Established in 2000, the program provides academic and financial support for current and former members of the tumbling team who plan to continue their education. Over $300,000 has been invested to date. Collegiate financial aid is available to all trainees and tumblers who are in good standing with the Jesse White Tumbling Team Organization.
The four components of the Scholars Program are:
- College Admission and Financial Aid Counseling
- College and University Campus Visits
- The George W. Dunne Scholarship Award*
- A Laptop Purchase and Lending Program
*To date, 30 of our team members have received collegiate scholarships. These team members completed degrees in: Physical Education, Political Science, Psychology, Business Administration, Pre-Med, Medical School, Speech/Language Pathology, Communications, Biology, Science and Law.
For more information on the Jesse White Scholars Program, please call Yvonne Jones at 312.943.4846
"We had no idea it was going to get this big. This all started out from a gym show. We all became lawyers, doctors, teachers and all sorts of other professions as a result of us just doing what we were doing ." -JWTT Alum Joined: 1969
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Community Center Goals & Outreach
"It was clear to us that we were ambassadors for the Cabrini Community." - Kennisha Simmons JWTT Alum Joined: 1992
The Jesse White Foundation has taken the first steps toward establishing a site for a Community Center which will accommodate the Jesse White Tumblers as well as serve as a resource for the surrounding Chicago neighborhoods. The Foundation is partnered with the Chicago Park District for a site located on West Chicago Avenue near Sedgwick.
According to a study done by the U.S Department of Education, the creation of after-school activities provide many benefits to children, their families and the community at large. This implementation increases safety, reduces involvement in risk-taking behavior, and enhances educational resources. Our Community Center will stand as living proof of this, and we will proudly spread this message throughout the City of Chicago.
The Jesse White Community Center will serve as a safety net for Chicago's youth. It will be utilized as the Tumbler's home-base for a myriad of purposes including physical training pursuits, as well as in-service classes for educational programs to improve scholastic skills. It will also be opened to the public to enjoy athletic, educational, and recreational activities.
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Community Center FAQs
Q: Why does the west side need a community center?
A: The west side area of Chicago lacks a viable community center for its residents.
Q: Where will the new center be located?
A: On Chicago's near north-west side at Chicago and Sedgwick.
Q: Which areas will the center serve?
A: The near north-west communities of Chicago.
Q: What will be included in the center?
A: The building will be used by numerous members of the Jesse White Tumbling Team for athletic and educational purposes. In addition, the Chicago Park District strongly indicated its interest utilizing available space to offer a diverse array of athletic, leisure, and learning activities that reflect the city's ongoing commitment to strengthening our home.
Q: Where can I receive more information on the Jesse White Community Center?
A: Contact the Jesse White Foundation by phone: 312.558.1616, e-mail: jwf@jessewhitefoundation.org, or by mail: 134 North LaSalle Avenue,
Ste 1820 Chicago, IL 60602.
Gym: $500,000
Gymnastics: $300,000
Community Center: $ 200,000
Lobby: $200,000
Kid Zone: $100,000
Senior Citizens Room: $100,000
Fitness Room: $ 100,000
Conference Room: $100,000
Main Office: $100,000
Staff Office: $50,000
Kitchen: $50,000
Men's Locker Room: $50,000
Women's Locker Room: $50,000
Bench: $10,000
Planter: $5,000
Double Sized Brick: $1,000
Brick: $500
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FACT: According to the Associated Press there are three times as many minorities living in state prisons than there are in college dorms. Studies show that dropping out of high school results in youth being more susceptible to arrest. By providing positive after school activities such as the Jesse White Tumbling and Tutoring Programs to Chicago's inner-city youth, we provide our youngsters the fighting chance they need to achieve academic, personal and professional success.
Charitable donations will benefit the development of the Jesse White Community Center. This will help sustain the north-west side of Chicago by providing the resources needed for the surrounding areas to thrive. At the core of our beliefs is the notion that when we invest in the education of young people, we invest in our community, thus donations will also benefit the scholarship funds and the Tutoring Program.
Advocate
We strongly believe in standing up against teenage violence and substance abuse. According to an ABC News report Chicago's inner-city youth are ten times more likely to become victims of gun violence than their suburban counterparts. It is also proven that families who are able to enroll their children in strong extra-curricular programs result in their children feeling safer and becoming more successful in school. The Foundation is in place to close the gap between the families that have this ability and the families that do not.
Writing your local officials, like your Alderman and Committeemen, in support of positive after-school activities and increased funding is a simple act that can go a long way in sustaining our community.
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Please send and make donations payable to:
The Jesse White Foundation
134 N. LaSalle
Suite 1820
Chicago, IL 60602
If you would like to submit a donation over the phone, please contact Joy A. Shanaberger at 312.558.1616.
Monthly donations are another way to show your support of the Jesse White Foundation. No donation is too small. With even a small commitment on a monthly basis, you can have a big impact.
Monthly Payment Methods
Choose the method that works best for you. We accept all major credit cards, written checks made payable to The Jesse White Foundation, PayPal account processing, and wire processing services.
Proceed to Jesse White Foundation PayPal page
Additionally, upon verification of your donation and specification of your donation, the Jesse White Foundation will provide a receipt that includes your name, the donated amount and the data about your organization, as well as our W9 form. Your receipt will provide you with the ability to deduct this gift from your taxes each year.
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The Jesse White Foundation offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for students, young adults, and professionals that are looking for a way to give back to our community. These options include:
- Community Center
- Tutoring
- Events
To find out more about current volunteer necessity please call Joy A. Shanaberger at 312.558.1616
"The real legacy that Mr. White has given all of us is just that: give, give, give. When you have been given as much as I have been given from one person, it is not even a question of giving back; it's simply a matter of how you give it." - JWTT Alum Joined: 1967.
Executive Partners:
Collection of private and corporate investors who are among our highest financial supporters.
Executive Partners are entities that have made significant financial investments providing the Jesse White Foundation with the essential financial backbone to support the tumbling team and its participants. The following list of companies and individuals have made endowments of $100,000 or more to help kids soar to new heights.
Mission & Vision Partners:
Collection of private and corporate patrons who have chosen to donate annually and/or give monthly.
Mission and Vision Partners are corporations and/or individuals who have made generous financial donations of $25,000 to $99,999 supplying the Jesse White Foundation with invaluable building blocks to help kids soar to new heights.
Leadership Partners:
Collection of private and corporate partnerships that have sustained our foundation.
Leadership Partners are corporations and/or individuals recognized for the benevolence and generosity in financial donations and services provided to the Jesse White Foundation. The following list of donors have contributed $10,000-$24,999 to help give kids a place to become physically fit and mentally sound.
Supporting Partners:
Collection of private and company sponsors which directly secure the growth of the Jesse White Foundation multiple prevention initiatives.
Supporting Partners are corporations and/or individuals acknowledged for their good will and compassion to financially secure the growth of the Jesse White Foundation's multiple channels of youth outreach programs. The following list of contributors has donated $5,000 - $9,999 dollars to help provide our next generation with a positive alternative.
Partners:
Collection of corporate and community supporters and Alumni.
Partners are a collection of alumni, individual and/or corporate supporters recognized for their assistance in financially helping kids realize their potential and achieve their goals. The following list of contributors has donated between $100 - $4,999 to aid in that aspiration.
Thank you to all of our partners for helping 12,000 of Chicago's youth rise above the statistics!
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The Jesse White Foundation serves as the umbrella organization over the Jesse White Tumblers, the Jesse White Scholars and the Jesse White Tutoring Program. With strict team requirements and a "tough love" approach, we have created an outlet for kids to channel their energy, an academic program to keep them on the right track, and a scholarship program to provide the support they need.
We believe in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Before anyone can be successful, they must first have their physiological and safety needs taken care of. It is proven time and time again that kids who have something they feel a sense of community with not only have a better chance of avoiding inner-city violence, but will also have the support system in place to become successful members of society.
Self Actualization:
Morality, creativity, problem solving, lack of prejudice, becoming "best self"
Self- Esteem:
Self-confidence, achievement, respect of others, respect by others
Sense of Belonging:
Friendship, family, group cooperation
Safety and Security:
Resources, morality, family, health, prosperity
Physiological:
Food, water, shelter, breathing, food, water, balance
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Our Mission:
The Jesse White Foundation strongly believes in the longevity of community growth and sustainability through our youth by specifically investing in a well-rounded education and cultural experience. Through focused energy in educational tutoring, athletics, and scholarship resources, we provide young people with a place to become physically fit and mentally sound.
1. Respect & Honesty
2. Responsibility
3. Diversity
4. Commitment
5. Citizenship & Service
6. Integrity
Fifty years ago, our founder and head coach Jesse White, created this organization on the platform of these six principles. The Jesse White Foundation practices each of these values in our day-to-day functions, as well as our long-term vision for each of our programs.
From our employees, to our members, donors, and community, our driving force is respect & honesty, responsibility, diversity, commitment, citizenship & service, and integrity. We believe that with a strong foundation of values, goals, and philosophy, everyone can clear tomorrow’s hurdles successfully.
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The Jesse White Foundation
Ms. Joy A. Shanaberger
Office Director
134 N. LaSalle
Suite 1820
Chicago, IL 60602
Office: 312.558.1616
Fax: 312.558.1617
Email: jwf@JesseWhiteFoundation.org
The Jesse White Tumbling Team
Ms. Deborah Denne
Office Manager
1360 N. Sedgwick
Chicago, IL 60610
Office: 312.266.7498
Fax: 312.266.2275
Email: jwtumblingteam@sbcglobal.net
The Jesse White Scholars and Tutoring Program
Ms. Yvonne Jones
Executive Director
1445 N. State Parkway Suite 604
Chicago, IL 60610
Office: 312.943.4846
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Jesse White Foundation Executive Board
Leonard Amari
Michael Bakalis
Thomas Benigno
Peter Birnbaum
John J. Kelly Jr.
Leo Louchios, President of the Foundation, Acting Executive Director
Robert E. Lozins, Chairman of the Board
Irene Lyons
Matthew Pritzker
Sam Skinner
Hon. Jesse White, Founder and Coach
Robert Yadgir
Joseph Yashon
Tumbling Team Board of Directors
Phyllis Apelbaum
Peter Birnbaum
Kathy Brown
Ald. Walter Burnett
Tom Grusecki
Michael Igoe
Geraldine Johnson
Maria Kuzas
Robert Kuzas
Donna Leonard
Perry Mandera
Bob Natkin
Karen Natkin
Peter O’Brien
Kathy Posner
John Schiaccotta
Connie Smith
Larry Spatz
Marilee Spatz
Larry Suffredin
Thomas Tuohy, Esq.
Paul Urdan
Robert T. Weil
Hon. Jesse White
Margaret Wilson
Scholars Board of Directors
Peter Birnbaum
Kathy Brown
Ald. Walter Burnett
Michael Igoe
Geraldine Johnson
Yvonne C. Jones
Robert Kuzas
Donna Leonard
Bob Loquercio
Peter O’Brien
Joey Resnick
Larry Spatz
Marilee Spatz
Thomas Tuohy, Esq.
Robert T. Weil
Hon. Jesse White
Margaret Wilson
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Other Resources the Jesse White Foundation Supports
US Department of Education
US Department of Justice
Chicago Public School District
Chicago Park District
Chicago Housing Authority
City of Chicago Website
Secretary of State Office
The Jesse White Foundation also supports the growing Youth Wellness and Fitness Movement. To learn more information check out your local YMCA at, http://www.ymcachgo.org/.
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