After-School Program (Winston-Salem, NC)

Afterschool At-Risk and Summer Meals Program Dallas, TX

In addition to all of the great things The Josh Howard Foundation does in North Carolina we also have Dallas based Afterschool (Child and Adult Care Food program/CACFP) and Summer Feeding (Sumer Food Service Program/SFSP) programs which are certified through the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). The programs allow the foundation to be active in the community on a daily. Feeding as many as 25In addition to all of the great things The Josh Howard Foundation does in North Carolina we also have Texas based Afterschool At-Risk andSummer Feeding Meals programs which are certified through the TexasDepartment of Agriculture. The programs allow the foundation to beactive in the community on a daily basis in partnership with Dallas, TX/Fort Worth, TX area Recreation Centers, YMCA's, Apartments, Schools and Churches. Feeding as many as 1300 plus meals and snacks daily. We strive to create a stable environment for every participant helping with homework during the school year and providing recreational activities, while teaching the importance of healthy meals. The goal of the program is to provide quality meals and assistance to those in poverty stricken communities; while fighting against childhood food insecurity and raising awareness.

Mel Jackson is the Executive Director and is responsible for the daily operations of the Dallas based programs. Daily she displays her knowledge and business expertise through her management skills associated with the programs.  She is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all programs and partnerships which has recently led to a program expansion into the Houston, Texas region. Her dedication and detailed attention to the quality of the program has and continues to open doors for the foundation as a whole. Previously serving as a three year member of the CACFP Workforce Input Group, she was dedicated to expanding her network and increasing in knowledge.  While doing so she currently holds a seat on the Leadership Council for the North Texas Summer and Supper Council affiliated with the Dallas branch of the United way. Combined efforts from Mr. Howard, The Josh Howard Foundation, and Ms. Jackson, with our partners help together we can continue to improve the quality of meals for children and teens in North Texas and beyond.

The Josh Howard Trash Pick-Up

The kids of Sprague Street Rec Center go around the community picking up trash and making the community better a better place to live and play (in conjunction with Sprague Rec.)

Health and Fitness Program

More info coming soon...

NO EXCUSES Program

With NO EXCUSES, anything is possible for students in grades K—12! The mission of the program is to provide resources, communication and support in an open forum for young ladies, & young men facing today’s challenges. In reaching out to young girls/ladies, young boys/men and parents of diverse backgrounds and cultures. That by promoting self-esteem and image young ladies and young men will remain clean inside and out. In providing a safe, non-judgmental sharing and learning environment that promotes individual self-worth. That young ladies and young men should treat their mind, body & soul as their sacred temple, full of positive deposits, free from negative withdrawals. That young ladies and young men should be accountable for the opportunities that allow them to know their purpose. Our goal is to help ALL youth understand their purpose and reach their potential!