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J$500,000 donation to Christel House Jamaica
Supporting the IDEA Lab’s next intake of students.
Hurricane Melissa response
Relief and restoration work alongside JPS crews in affected communities.
A JPS engineer returns to Brown’s Town
Roald goes back to his alma mater to talk to students about the route into engineering.
About the JPS Foundation
The JPS Foundation (JPSF) is the philanthropic arm of the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS), and carries the company’s corporate social responsibility and sustainability work. Our focus areas are Climate Resilience, Community Empowerment and STEM Education, under the broad theme of Building Thriving Communities.
We work with volunteers, public and private sector organisations, and international partners.
- Founded
- 2012, as the philanthropic arm of JPS
- Charity status
- Recognised as a charity in 2016
- Structure
- Established as a distinct entity in 2023
- Focus areas
- Climate Resilience, Community Empowerment, STEM Education
- 2025 impact
- 14,814 individuals served, 16 strategic partnerships, J$171M invested
- Serves
- Communities across Jamaica
Our Key Areas
Each focus area has its own page: the work we funded in 2025, who we support and how to apply.
Climate Resilience
Over J$48.5 million invested in conserving our natural environment and boosting sustainable habits, with 64 students directly impacted.
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Community Empowerment
8,703 individuals aided and over J$82 million invested in projects that empowered homes and families to expand and rebuild.
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STEM Education
6,047 individuals equipped to broaden their academic horizons, through over J$30.6 million in programmes.
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JPS VOLTS
Meet our VOLTS
JPS VOLTS, Our Volunteers On Location To Serve are JPS team members who give their time to give back to communities across Jamaica
Frequently asked questions
What is the JPS Foundation?+
The JPS Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS). It was developed in 2012, recognised as a charity in 2016 and established as a distinct entity in 2023.
What does the JPS Foundation fund?+
Projects in three focus areas: Climate Resilience, Community Empowerment and STEM Education. Each has its own page with the work funded in 2025 and how to apply.
Who can apply for support?+
Community-based organisations, schools and registered non-profits working in Jamaica, with a project that falls under one of the three focus areas.
How do I apply for JPS Foundation funding?+
Submit a request through the JPS Foundation online form. Include the project’s scope, timeline and budget, and the community it serves. Requests are reviewed on a rolling basis.
How much did the JPS Foundation invest in 2025?+
J$171 million across Jamaica in 2025, serving 14,814 individuals through 16 strategic partnerships.
Does the JPS Foundation offer scholarships?+
Yes. Under STEM Education, the Foundation supports secondary and tertiary students through scholarships and grants, with mentorship sessions and plant tours.
How to apply for JPS Foundation support
Step 1
Check your project fits
Your work falls under climate resilience, community empowerment or STEM education, and you are a community group, school or registered non-profit in Jamaica.
Step 2
Submit the online form
Include the scope, timeline and budget, and the community or students the project serves.
Step 3
We review and respond
Requests are reviewed on a rolling basis. The Foundation team will contact you about next steps.