Stronger Together by Working Together

The Jackson Association of Neighborhood’s mission is to help strengthen Jackson neighborhoods by working together with government agencies, neighborhood groups, community organizations and other stakeholders to help neighborhoods become more effective at solving problems and improving their communities. To accomplish that mission, our main objective is to identify leaders in every neighborhood in the city. If a neighborhood doesn’t have a current organized group or identified leader, JAN is ready to support local residents to get connected and activated to move forward together.

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Sustainability & Partnership Guide Ward 3 Board Member, Felicia Tripp, As A Community Leader
Sustainability & Partnership Guide Ward 3 Board Member, Felicia Tripp, As A Community Leader

If there is one idea that sums up Felecia Tripp’s involvement with Jackson Association of Neighborhoods, it is optimism. Jackson is a glass half full, and Tripp aims to fill it to overflowing, serving on JAN’s Board of Directors as a representative of Ward 3 and chair of its Sustainability Committee.

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Operation Good’s Neighborhood-First Philosophy
Operation Good’s Neighborhood-First Philosophy

As founder of Operation Good, Geno Womack has spent more than a decade building a simple but often overlooked philosophy: neighborhoods are transformed from the inside out. Not from the top down.

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What You Need to Know: Jackson City Council Meeting 8/11/26
What You Need to Know: Jackson City Council Meeting 8/11/26

During the first regular meeting of July, the Council elects its officers for the coming year. Ward 5 Councilman Vernon Hartley was elected President of the Jackson City Council, while Ward 7 Councilman Kevin Parkinson was elected Vice President.

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What You Missed: Voting Rights, New Leadership and More at JAN
What You Missed: Voting Rights, New Leadership and More at JAN

Missed JAN’s August board meeting? Catch up on our conversation with Mississippi Votes about voting rights and civic engagement, important JAN leadership updates, upcoming opportunities and ways to get involved in strengthening Jackson’s neighborhoods.

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The JAN Guide to Planning and Running a Successful Meeting
The JAN Guide to Planning and Running a Successful Meeting

Effective neighborhood meetings do not happen by accident. They require advance preparation, a clear structure, consistent procedures and deliberate follow-up.

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Upcoming Community Events

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South Jackson Resilience Hub and Opportunity Center (SJROC) Open House
Aug 27
South Jackson Resilience Hub and Opportunity Center (SJROC) Open House

Join One Voice for the South Jackson Resilience Hub and Opportunity Center (SJROC) Open House on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM at 2909 Oak Forest Drive. Once Marshall Elementary School, this campus is now a hub of opportunity, healthcare, and hope for South Jackson families. Held on the 21st anniversary of Hurricane Katrina as a declaration that our community will always RISE.

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Pecan Tree Park Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting
Aug 27
Pecan Tree Park Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting

Join the Pecan Tree Park Neighborhood Association for their Monthly Meeting held on the last Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM at Lynch Street CME, 2175 John R. Lynch Street. Working together, we can make a difference. For more information, call 769-352-2940.

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City of Jackson Residential Debris Drop-Off Event
Aug 28
City of Jackson Residential Debris Drop-Off Event

Take advantage of the City of Jackson Residential Debris Drop-Off Event on Friday, August 28, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at three locations: Old Norwood Shopping Center at 1020 Forest Avenue, Raines Park at 110 Flag Chapel Road, and the Old Food Depot at 2861 Terry Road. Drop off household furniture, small appliances, general debris, and yard waste. Tires, hazardous waste, paint or chemicals, and electronics are not accepted.

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Alta Woods Neighborhood Summer Cleanup
Aug 29
Alta Woods Neighborhood Summer Cleanup

Join the Alta Woods Neighborhood Summer Cleanup on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Alta Woods Park. Help beautify the neighborhood alongside your neighbors. Volunteers are welcome for all roles. Contact Ruthania Hudson at 601-966-7315 or visit altawoodsjacksonms.org.

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Community Clean-Up Day: Let's Clean Up Together
Aug 29
Community Clean-Up Day: Let's Clean Up Together

Join the Community Clean-Up Day on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM at 2511 Clinton Avenue. Help turn a community nuisance into a community hub. A Community Birth Assistant will be on site with free blood pressure and pulse checks and education on reproductive and wellness care. Contact 769-348-7464 to volunteer.

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NJC Cares Monday Morning Food Giveaway
Aug 31
NJC Cares Monday Morning Food Giveaway

Join NJC Cares for the Monday Morning Food Giveaway every Monday at 9:00 AM at 168 Colonial Drive. First come, first served. Presented by New Jerusalem Church's Joseph Pantry Food and Clothing Ministry. Sign up via heavenlystore@aol.com.

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Town Hall Meeting and Strategy Session: Making the Community a Safe and Decent Place to Live (Part 3)
Aug 31
Town Hall Meeting and Strategy Session: Making the Community a Safe and Decent Place to Live (Part 3)

Join the Town Hall Meeting and Strategy Session on Monday, August 31, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Family Life Center, 517 North Farish Street. Part 3 of the "Making the Community a Safe and Decent Place to Live" series features a panel of community leaders, elected officials, and law enforcement discussing practical strategies for safer neighborhoods. Hosted by the Local Organizing Committee of Jackson.

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NJC Cares Wednesday Food Box Giveaway
Sep 2
NJC Cares Wednesday Food Box Giveaway

Join NJC Cares for the Wednesday Food Box Giveaway every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at 168 Colonial Drive. Sign-up required. Presented by New Jerusalem Church's Joseph Pantry Food and Clothing Ministry. Sign up via heavenlystore@aol.com.

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NJC Cares Wednesday Clothes and Shoes Giveaway
Sep 2
NJC Cares Wednesday Clothes and Shoes Giveaway

Join NJC Cares for the Wednesday Clothes and Shoes Giveaway every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at 168 Colonial Drive. No sign-up required. Presented by New Jerusalem Church's Joseph Pantry Food and Clothing Ministry. Contact heavenlystore@aol.com for more information.

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Line Dance Classes at Champion Dance Center
Sep 2
Line Dance Classes at Champion Dance Center

Get moving at Line Dance Classes every Wednesday at 6:30 PM at Champion Dance Center, 1365 Hattiesburg Street. All ages welcome. Just $2.00 per class. Presented by the City of Jackson Department of Parks and Recreation Programming Division. Contact Bridget Archer at 601-918-3797 for more information.

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