The 1925 Alpha Men of Jacksonville Foundation
A 501(c)(3) charitable organization building leaders and advancing opportunity across metropolitan Jacksonville.
Established In Jacksonville, Serving Jacksonville
The 1925 Alpha Men of Jacksonville Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that was established in October 2022 by the Jacksonville Alumni Chapter (Upsilon Lambda) of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
The purpose of the Foundation is to promote, support, and instill in youth the values of high educational achievement, leadership, and community service. The Foundation provides academic, personal, leadership, and social development to young men in the Jacksonville area through the Men of Valor Program. The Foundation also provides funding for other educational and community service initiatives of the Upsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Promote, Support, And Instill
We promote, support, and instill in youth the values of high educational achievement, leadership, and community service — building a progressive, innovative community of males dedicated to leadership, brotherhood, academic excellence, economic security, professional success, positive personal health, and social equity.
Academic, Personal, Leadership, And Social Growth
The Foundation provides academic, personal, leadership, and social development to young men in the Metro Jacksonville area through the Men of Valor Mentoring Program, and provides funding for academic scholarships, oratorical competitions, and other educational and community service initiatives.
The Jacksonville Board Leading The Foundation
Our board directs the Foundation's mission of educational achievement, leadership, and community service across metropolitan Jacksonville.
Brother Clarence Wilkerson
Chair
Brother Dr. Bennie Clark
Vice Chair
Brother Tyrail Williams
Secretary
Brother Dr. LeMorris Prier Sr.
CFO
Brother Avery Cohen
Director
Brother Parrie Ahammer
Director
Brother Dr. Etinnie Burnett
Director
Make The Choice To Make A Difference
Your tax-deductible support helps us continue our legacy of developing leaders and promoting academic excellence while providing service and advocacy for the Jacksonville community.