Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: How can I help?
A: We are always looking for volunteers, supporters, and advocates to share our work with others.
Please visit our Volunteer section to learn more.
Q: Where are you located?
A: Although current efforts are located in Nairobi, Kenya, our office headquarters are based in Chicago, Illinois.
Q: Does Michael Jordan work there?
A: No, although Michael Jordan supports the work we do, he does not work for the Foundation.
Q: Do you only work in Kenya?
A: Current efforts are based in Nairobi, Kenya, building local capacity and infrastructure.
Q: Do you work in the Chicago Public Schools?
A: No. While we do not work in the Chicago Public Schools, our Domestic Foundation, James R. Jordan Foundation, does provide services within the Chicago Public School system. For more information on what they do, please visit their website.
Q: Can I choose where my donations support?
A: Yes. You may decide where your interests lie and how best to support the Foundation initiatives. Please visit our Areas to Support section to learn more.
Q: How do I apply for funding from the Foundation?
A: JRJFI does not offer funding opportunities at this time, as our fundraising efforts go toward the construction of the Kenya Women and Children's Wellness Centre and building the capacity of health care within Kenya and East Africa. We would still love to hear from you, and can be contacted through our Contact form.
Q: How is the International Foundation different from the Domestic Foundation?
A: James R. Jordan Foundation and James R. Jordan Foundation International are two separate 501(c)(3) Foundations. For more information on James R. Jordan Foundation, please visit their website.
Q: What does JRJFI do?
A: The James R. Jordan Foundation International works to build capacity in developing communities worldwide. Currently we are implementing services in response to three critical shortages in Kenya: lack of health care workers in the country, lack of access to services and medicines, and lack of affordability. Over the past 10 years, the Foundation has built innovative partnerships among governments, businesses, NGOs, and citizens to strengthen health systems in developing countries.
Please explore the About Us section of this website to learn more.
Q: How can I get involved?
A: We have many opportunities that you can take advantage of. Take a look at our Act Now page.
Q: Does the Foundation award grants or scholarships?
A: No. JRJFI does not award grants or scholarships.
Q: Does the Foundation have a planned giving program?
A: Yes. Please explore the Give section of this website to learn more.
Q: What percentage of my gift is used for management and administrative expenses?
A: In 2012, 10% of JRJFI expenses supported management and administrative expenses.
Q: Why is an unrestricted gift preferred by JRJFI?
A: By making an unrestricted gift to JRJFI, your gift will go where the need is greatest.
Q: Will I receive a receipt for my gift that can be used when filing my income taxes?
A: Yes. You will receive a receipt by mail for every contribution you make to JRJFI, whether you donate by mail or online. This receipt can be used when filing your income taxes.
Q: Is my gift tax-deductible?
A: Yes. All gifts to the Foundation are tax deductible, as applicable by law. JRJFI is classified by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) organization.
Q: How can I send correspondence to Mrs. Deloris Jordan?
A: You can send correspondence to Mrs. Jordan through our contact form, or you can write her a letter, addressed to:
Mrs. Deloris Jordan
PO Box 11698
Chicago, IL 60611
Q: How can I help?
A: We are always looking for volunteers, supporters, and advocates to share our work with others.
Please visit our Volunteer section to learn more.
Q: Where are you located?
A: Although current efforts are located in Nairobi, Kenya, our office headquarters are based in Chicago, Illinois.
Q: Does Michael Jordan work there?
A: No, although Michael Jordan supports the work we do, he does not work for the Foundation.
Q: Do you only work in Kenya?
A: Current efforts are based in Nairobi, Kenya, building local capacity and infrastructure.
Q: Do you work in the Chicago Public Schools?
A: No. While we do not work in the Chicago Public Schools, our Domestic Foundation, James R. Jordan Foundation, does provide services within the Chicago Public School system. For more information on what they do, please visit their website.
Q: Can I choose where my donations support?
A: Yes. You may decide where your interests lie and how best to support the Foundation initiatives. Please visit our Areas to Support section to learn more.
Q: How do I apply for funding from the Foundation?
A: JRJFI does not offer funding opportunities at this time, as our fundraising efforts go toward the construction of the Kenya Women and Children's Wellness Centre and building the capacity of health care within Kenya and East Africa. We would still love to hear from you, and can be contacted through our Contact form.
Q: How is the International Foundation different from the Domestic Foundation?
A: James R. Jordan Foundation and James R. Jordan Foundation International are two separate 501(c)(3) Foundations. For more information on James R. Jordan Foundation, please visit their website.
Q: What does JRJFI do?
A: The James R. Jordan Foundation International works to build capacity in developing communities worldwide. Currently we are implementing services in response to three critical shortages in Kenya: lack of health care workers in the country, lack of access to services and medicines, and lack of affordability. Over the past 10 years, the Foundation has built innovative partnerships among governments, businesses, NGOs, and citizens to strengthen health systems in developing countries.
Please explore the About Us section of this website to learn more.
Q: How can I get involved?
A: We have many opportunities that you can take advantage of. Take a look at our Act Now page.
Q: Does the Foundation award grants or scholarships?
A: No. JRJFI does not award grants or scholarships.
Q: Does the Foundation have a planned giving program?
A: Yes. Please explore the Give section of this website to learn more.
Q: What percentage of my gift is used for management and administrative expenses?
A: In 2012, 10% of JRJFI expenses supported management and administrative expenses.
Q: Why is an unrestricted gift preferred by JRJFI?
A: By making an unrestricted gift to JRJFI, your gift will go where the need is greatest.
Q: Will I receive a receipt for my gift that can be used when filing my income taxes?
A: Yes. You will receive a receipt by mail for every contribution you make to JRJFI, whether you donate by mail or online. This receipt can be used when filing your income taxes.
Q: Is my gift tax-deductible?
A: Yes. All gifts to the Foundation are tax deductible, as applicable by law. JRJFI is classified by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) organization.
Q: How can I send correspondence to Mrs. Deloris Jordan?
A: You can send correspondence to Mrs. Jordan through our contact form, or you can write her a letter, addressed to:
Mrs. Deloris Jordan
PO Box 11698
Chicago, IL 60611