In loving memory of Dylan “Foreign” Jenkins
June 3, 2003 – December 29, 2021

OUR MISSION

The Dylan Jenkins Foundation exists to spread joy and opportunity throughout the community by providing scholarships, creating community involvement activities, and supporting the efforts of current social and community issues.

Learn more about the Foundation’s Vision here.

DYLAN ROSS-ALLARD JENKINS

Dylan was an athletic, funny, kind, personable, and smart young man. Riverview Rams head football coach, Josh Smithers, described Dylan the best by saying, “There wasn’t a room that he walked in that he didn’t make a friend. He was never too big or too important to turn his back on somebody. He always had time to talk to you.” Simply put, Dylan’s smile shined the brightest.

At just 18, Dylan was a young man destined for great things and his family and friends will ensure that his legacy lives on. This foundation is just one way that we can honor his memory and continue his legacy of bringing joy and laughter to others, and providing opportunities within our community. Please get involved and help support our community! Learn more about Dylan here.

Scholarships

Class of 2026

Congratulations to the 2026 recipients of the Dylan Jenkins Memorial Scholarship!

  • Kyvon Love, Riverview HS
  • Isaiah Belt, Riverview HS
  • Le’Darien Smith, Booker HS
  • Kevontay Hugan, Booker HS

EVENTS

Please come back soon for details on our 2026 Football Squares fundraiser!

Future event dates coming soon, please check back to our Event Calendar.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

Since Dylan’s passing, we have been inspired to pass on his legacy by spreading joy and opportunity throughout our community. Here are just a few ways that you can help!

  • Participating in the foundation’s various community activities
  • Volunteering to help the foundation fulfill its mission
  • One-time or recurring donations
  • Spreading joy and opportunity to others each and every day

The Dylan Jenkins Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 organization, EIN 88-1309446. Remember, your donation is tax deductible.

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DID YOU KNOW…

Recently, gun violence overtook car accidents as the leading cause of death among children and adolescents in the United States. These deaths include incidents of suicide, accidental shootings and homicides, with homicides outpacing the other two categories.