Our Impact
We are dedicated to helping those in need find their strength and overcome the challenges they face. Our work inspires hope and provides opportunities for a better future.
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Join us in our mission to uplift the voiceless and create a world where everyone has the chance to thrive. Together, we can make a difference and build a more equitable society for all.
We Show Up and Empower Our Community!
Chiquita Jackson Enterprise strives to create tangible and lasting positive change. Through community engagement and empowerment initiatives, our organization provides valuable resources and support to uplift the lives of individuals living in its communities. Chiquita Jackson Enterprise has become a beacon of hope and opportunity for those seeking a brighter future by providing essential resources and unwavering support.
February 1, 2020
In tribute to our ancestors, President & CEO Chiquita Jackson established Chiquita Jackson Enterprise, aiming to uplift low-income communities by providing growth opportunities and financial stability.
September 30, 2021
CJE Consulting's career readiness initiative introduced the monthly Get Noticed Resume Writing Day. This initiative offers resume writing services at a reduced price to facilitate career support for low-income BIPOC job seekers and career shifters.
December 26, 2021
The debut of our event management program, Captivating Events By Chi, was marked with the 1st Annual Kwanzaa & Kulture Brunch.
February 26, 2022
We hosted our first Annual Community Talent Show to increase community engagement.
March 10, 2022
Our President & CEO attended SXSW EDU 2022 as a panelist for women in politics.
June 19th, 2022
Captivating Events By Chi hosted its 1st annual Juneteenth Community Picnic.
September 1, 2022
CJEnterprise launched our youth development/entrepreneurship program PROMISE Youth & Sports Academy to help foster positive support for our at-risk youth.
October 23, 2022
President & CEO Chiquita Jackson hosted a workshop focusing on leadership and self-advocacy at the 4th Annual Afros & Audio Podcast Festival.
December 26, 2022
We organized our 2nd Annual Kwanza & Kulture Brunch where we were featured in the Washington Post, The Greenbelt Review, and DCist. We also were interviewed by WAMU 88.5 to promote our event.
March 18, 2023
CJEnterprise research think tank Say It Loud Advocates Research Network hosted an Town Hall Community Meeting “Disrupting Poverty to Reimagine Our Communities”.
May 24, 2023
CJEnterprise President & CEO Chiquita Jackson was honored with PLEN Marianne Alexander Alumnae Leadership Award at the PLEN Mentor Awards in Washington D.C.
June 13, 2023
Chiquita Jackson Enterprise was awarded to be a part of Young Black Climate Leaders 2023-2024 Cohort to expand environment justice efforts in Southern Maryland underserved areas.
June 17, 2023
President & CEO Chiquita Jackson was selected for WeTATi Achieving The Impossible Award for her entrepreneurial journey.
June 28, 2023
PROMISE Youth & Sports Academy opened our sports teams Cheer and Football youth between the ages of 7-17.
July 20, 2023
CJEnterprise President & CEO Chiquita Jackson served as a co-facilitator at the Young Women Run Annual Conference speaking on embracing failures while navigating your professional development.
July 30, 2023
CJEnterprise President & CEO Chiquita Jackson served as a panelist for ResourceXchange event to discuss the importance of building community and understanding resources that available for BIPOC communities.
August 10, 2023
CJEnterprise President & CEO Chiquita Jackson hosted a workshop at The State of Black Learners in Pittsburgh, PA focusing on leadership development.
August 19, 2023
PROMISE Youth & Sports Academy organized, its first Walk-a-thon fundraiser at the National Harbor to promote youth empowerment and capacity building.
October 5th, 2023
CJEnterprise President & CEO Chiquita Jackson served as a panelist for another ResourceXchange event to discuss the importance of poverty alleviation for low-income BIPOC communities to have access to generational wealth.