DONATE TO LIFT US TODAY!
Since 2016 we have been serving our community. We made this investment because we are determined to make an impact, and be a positive force for good in the world. Help us do more!
Lift us currently serves:
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80% students of color
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Students from multiple zip codes in Oakland and the surrounding Bay Area
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Award $250,000 in need-based assistance
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Providing opportunities for youth athletes who might not otherwise be able to participate in Lift Us
Among these accomplishments of Lift Us:
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400% increase in enrollment.
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Provided an open safe place to train during the 12-month shutdown of schools and sports during the pandemic.
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Hosted camps for youth athletes.
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Hosted 6-time World Champion, and 2020 Olympian CJ Cummings for community events
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Hosted a family nutrition seminar
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Hired and empowered BIPOC women coach who are underrepresented in strength and conditioning
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Provided continuing education opportunities for BIPOC coaches
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Hosted a National Championship-level weightlifting event to expose students to what’s possible
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Funded a team to compete at USAW Nationals
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Produced multiple National champions
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Lift US has been featured on KPIX5, ABC7, KRON4, KTUV2 live broadcasts.
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Featured on the San Francisco Chronicle front page, and in the center spread.
Your support will provide more young athletes and their families opportunities to join LIFT US.
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Help us do MORE. Your generosity changes lives.
Fill Out the Form Below to Donate Today!
Cash and Check donations can be made to: JAMES JENKINS LIFT US FOUNDATION. Address is: 2140 Livingston st. Oakland, CA 94606