Keep On Pushing Foundation Inc

The Keep On Pushing Foundation Inc is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2006 by Devon Harris, the former captain of the Jamaican bobsled team. The foundation was established to support educational initiatives, particularly in disadvantaged communities, with a focus on nourishing both the bodies and minds of children.

Mission and Objectives

The foundation's mission is centered around the belief that education can break the cycle of poverty. By providing access to educational opportunities, it aims to empower children from economically depressed areas and enable them to reach their full potential. The Keep On Pushing Foundation operates under the premise that children are limited more by their access to resources than by their innate abilities.

Programs and Activities

The organization focuses on supporting education in marginalized communities through various initiatives, including core programs, secondary scholarships, adult education programs, after-school programs, creative arts programs, and medical outreach programs. The goal is to reduce barriers to education, thereby fostering healthier children and adults with better economic prospects. The foundation plans to expand these programs across Jamaica, the Caribbean, and into South and Central America to increase its impact.

Financial Overview

As of recent financial reports, the organization had a revenue of $3,025, with expenses totaling $6,112, resulting in a net loss of -$3,087, and net assets of $0[4].

Founding Philosophy

The foundation's efforts are inspired by Devon Harris's belief in the potential of children from his old neighborhood, Olympic Gardens in Kingston, Jamaica. Harris is committed to providing opportunities that he feels every child deserves, regardless of their background. The organization underscores the importance of hope and agency in empowering young people to overcome adversity and achieve success.

[1] https://keeponpushing.org/who-we-are/ [2] https://keeponpushing.org [3] https://www.keeppushinginc.com [4] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/421719846 [5] https://www.myfloridatriumph.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/197-Keep-Pushing-Foundation-pre-app.pdf