Empowering Student Athletes Through Education & Opportunity

We help young athletes achieve their educational dreams while pursuing their athletic passions.

Empowering Student Athletes

Our Mission

The Michael T Jones Foundation is dedicated to supporting student athletes who strive for excellence both on and off the field. Through scholarships, mentorship, and community programs, we help young athletes achieve their educational dreams while pursuing their athletic passions.

About Michael T Jones Foundation

Born on September 13, 1947, in Alabama, Michael T. Jones grew up with a strong sense of family, community, and determination that carried with him throughout his life. After moving north, he built a long and dedicated career with United Airlines in Chicago. Whether he was working on the ground or supporting his team behind the scenes, Michael approached every day with pride, consistency, and the kind of quiet leadership that earned him the respect of everyone around him.

Beyond his career, one of Michael’s greatest passions was sports. He loved the game—playing it, watching it, talking about it—and sharing that love with the people around him. What mattered even more to him was passing that passion on to the next generation. Michael spent countless hours coaching his son and other young athletes, not just teaching them the fundamentals of the sport but instilling confidence, discipline, and teamwork. His players often remembered him not only for his knowledge of the game but for the way he encouraged them, pushed them to be better, and made every practice feel meaningful.

Sports were never just a pastime for Michael—they were a way he connected with people, gave back to his community, and created lasting memories with his family.

Rooted in his Southern upbringing and strengthened by decades in the Midwest, Michael is remembered for his kindness, his steady presence, his competitive spirit, and the legacy he built through both his work and the young players he coached.

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PLEASE SUPPORT US

We provide financial assistance to deserving student athletes who demonstrate:

Strong academic achievement
Dedication to their sport
Leadership in their school or community
Financial need

Please consider donating by:

Zelle: 815.347.8181

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Michael T Jones Foundation

1187 W Hawthorne Lane

West Chicago, IL 60185

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1187 W Hawthorne Lane, West Chicago, IL 60185

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Empowering Student Athletes Through Education & Opportunity