About
History
The H Group Foundation was founded in memory of Mr. J B Harrington by Shirley Harrington, Orbra Harrington Porter, and Lee Harrington in an effort to continue his legacy of supporting education, wealth-building and career training of the youth of our city. He believed that faith and education were the keys to improving our community and creating a lasting impact. As a direct result of his influence, H Group Foundation was created to provide at-risk and under-served communities opportunities and projects that encourage wealth-building and goal attainment through a focus on educational enhancement and effective decision making.
In May of 2019 the vision for H Group Foundation took shape to address the need of students within the extended Harrington family cope with the transition to virtual learning at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. There were also other circumstances present within the city that prompted action to support basic needs such as food and water for one of the local senior citizen living facilities.
The H Group Foundation was incorporated under the Mississippi Secretary of State's office as a non-profit organization in June of 2019 and additionally received 501c(3) tax-exempt status in January of 2020. We honor the memory of J B Harrington as we continue to support the efforts of youth and young adults that strive to continue their education, build small businesses and contribute as great citizens.
H Group Foundation Board & Staff
Rev. Shirley Harrington
Board Chairperson
Ms. Orbra Harrington Porter
Board Secretary
Mr. Lee Harrington
Board Member
Ms. Carol Todd Robinson
Board Member
Mrs. Jackye Roberts Terrence, J.D.
Board Treasurer
Ms. Arna Shines
Board Member
Ms. Mauda Monger, Ph.D.
Board Member
Ms. Sarah Smith, Ph.D.
Board Member
Mr. Gerald Tillman
Board Member
Ret. Col. Martha Oliver, Ph.D.
Board Member
Rev. Ronald Bobo, DMin
Board Member
Marquita Slater
Chief Executive Officer
Lynnita Balu
Director of Operations
Arthur Watson, Jr.
Director of Program Logistics
Contact Us
P.O. Box 12083
Jackson, MS 39236
PHONE
769-487-5773
h.group.fd@gmail.com