Joi Community Outreach
UnclaimedIs this your nonprofit? Claim it, edit it, and get free access to our grant matches, donor leads, and fundraising tools.
About Joi Community Outreach
At J.O.I. Community Outreach, the draw is the mix of live entertainment and practical support. Youth and adults in Austin take part in radio, camps, forums, festivals, and Jump On It Week programming that pairs cultural experiences with health, educational, and leadership resources. If you care about work that feels rooted in East Austin and still reaches people across ages and backgrounds, this is the kind of organization that makes that connection real.
J.O.I. stands out because it uses arts and entertainment as the entry point, then keeps people engaged through civic dialogue, workshops, and community programming all year long. Its work is rooted in Austin’s cultural history and reaches youth, families, residents, and civic partners in ways that feel local, lived-in, and public-facing.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Jump On It Radio
A youth program that gives participants the opportunity to create music, create podcasts, and organize events, while building leadership skills, communication, teamwork, personal identity, project management, professionalism, and cultural competency.
Jump On It University
A teen program for ages 16 to 19 that includes self empowerment, fun activities, access to wealth, buy back the block, staying free, and police interaction workshops.
Community forums, panels, workshops, and festivals
Year-round programming that facilitates dialogue among residents, city officials, and stakeholders, and distributes essential resources and opportunities.
Jump On It Week conference
The flagship week conference offering diverse cultural experiences and culturally relevant programming.
About this work
Mission
J.O.I. Community Outreach uses arts and entertainment to educate the community, unite youth and families, and prepare tomorrow’s leaders. It works to rebuild the fabric of Austin’s diverse community through culturally relevant programming, live entertainment, and access to health and educational resources.
Who they serve
Opportunity Youth, along with people of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, and economic backgrounds who participate in its events and activities.
Their impact
- Serves thousands of youth and adults.
How your donation helps
- Youth leadership and life-skills programming
- Jump On It Radio creative media activities
- Community forums, festivals, and conference programming
- Educational and health resources for participants
Need help?
How someone in need can access Joi Community Outreach’s services.
Teens ages 16 to 19 can apply for Jump On It Fall Camp by completing the application form. Applications are reviewed on a first come, first serve basis, approval is not guaranteed, and the team responds with more details after submission.
Grant support
$27,750 from 1 funder · through 2017 (IRS 990 records).
- A GLIMMER OF HOPE FOUNDATION AUSTIN — $7,500 (2017)TO FURTHER THEIR TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE
- A GLIMMER OF HOPE FOUNDATION AUSTIN — $250 (2017)TO FURTHER THEIR TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE
- A GLIMMER OF HOPE FOUNDATION AUSTIN — $20,000 (2016)TO FURTHER THEIR TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE
Events
Jump On It Week conference
Flagship conference with diverse cultural experiences and resources.
Jump On It Fall Camp
seasonalTeen camp for ages 16 to 19 with application-based enrollment.
Educational panels, workshops, and community forums
year-roundYear-round gatherings that bring together residents, city officials, and stakeholders.
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
Who can participate in J.O.I. programming?
Programming is geared toward Opportunity Youth, and people of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, and economic backgrounds also take part in events, festivals, and Jump On It University activities.
How does Jump On It Fall Camp work?
Teens ages 16 to 19 complete an application form. Applications are reviewed on a first come, first serve basis, approval is not guaranteed, and the team sends more details after submission.
What can participants do through Jump On It Radio?
Participants can create music, create podcasts, and organize events while building leadership and communication skills.
What topics are covered in Jump On It University?
The program includes self empowerment, fun activities, access to wealth, buy back the block, staying free, and police interaction workshops.
Similar nonprofits
Other youth development programs nonprofits in TX.