About Jimmy Jam Outreach

Mission Statement

Jimmy Jam Community Outreach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to offering a hand up, not a handout, to individuals and families facing financial hardship. Through compassionate, volunteer-driven support, we provide assistance with essential needs like utility bills, car repairs, and household emergencies, meeting each need with love and dignity.

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Vision Statement

To build a stronger, more caring community where no one faces life’s challenges alone by honoring the legacy of helping others, one act of kindness at a time.

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HOW WE STARTED

Jimmy Wray was a mutual friend of Jeff Gaitlin and Tim Gause, known for his generous spirit and love for helping others. When Jimmy was diagnosed with cancer and found himself in need of basic items, Jeff and Tim organized a BBQ fundraiser at Jeff’s church to support him. They raised $500 that day and witnessed firsthand the power of community, compassion, and good BBQ. After Jimmy lost his battle, Jeff and Tim knew the best way to honor his memory was by continuing the things he loved most: helping others, barbecue, and cars. From that vision, Jimmy Jam Community Outreach was born. To fund their mission of supporting local individuals and families, they launched an annual event, Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam & Car Show, bringing people together to make a difference through the spirit of giving, smoked meats, and classic rides.

Jimmy Jam Outreach for a Better Future

Our Impact

Paid mortgage payment for a family struggling with a medical emergency.
Paid electric bill for family who was out of work for due to illness.
Paid for car brakes to be repaired for a single Mom of 3 so she could safely get her children to school.
Paid car payment for a lady recovering from an extended period off work due to illness.
Paid Utility bill for a woman unable to work due to health issue.
Assisted a young lady with some medical expenses her insurance didn't cover and a new pair of glasses.
Through the kindness of Amici Italian Restaurant, fed TWO families suffering a tragic losses.
Paid electric bill for a single mom of three.
Bought a laptop for a mom changing to work from home trying to rebuild her life.
Paid electric bill for a young man behind on his finances because of covid

Jimmy Jam Community Outreach does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status.