


Jahkil Jackson’s mission: Inspiring youth to give back and become leaders
It’s not often when we find a young man so willing to help others, but for 17-year-old Jahkil Jackson, it’s been his life’s work.

Started at 8, changing the world at 17: Jahkil Jackson’s journey to ‘Built Different’
At just 8 years old, Jahkil Jackson ignited a global movement, handing out blessing bags to the homeless in Chicago. Since then, Jackson and his “Project I Am” have raised

WGN News – “Built Different”: An Unfiltered Guide Helping Teens Break Free From Societal Pressures
Jahkil Naeem Jackson is already shaping national conversations around youth empowerment and mental health. Now, with the release of his third book, “Built Different”, he’s taking that mission to the

Teen author and philanthropist graduates high school after impacting over 200K lives
When Jahkil Jackson was eight years old, he came up with the idea to give out essentials to those experiencing homelessness, calling the essentials given out “Blessing Bags.”

Teen behind ‘Project I Am,’ gives away another 500 Blessing Bags to homeless
CHICAGO — It’s not often a child’s thought becomes a young man’s mission, but on Saturday in Bronzeville, Jahkil Jackson had another big day. When Jackson was eight years old,

You can make an impact at any age. We spoke with teen philanthropists Jahkil Jackson of @weareprojectiam and Khloe Thompson of @khloeKares
You can make an impact at any age. We spoke with teen philanthropists Jahkil Jackson of @weareprojectiam and Khloe Thompson of @khloeKares to fins out how.. Watch the video on Instagram here!

Ushering in a New Era of Youth Talent at NYFW: The Teen Lounge Kickoff Party, Presented by Paradise Fun Factory DBA CirKiz and Teen Vibes Magazine
NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In a groundbreaking celebration of its tenth anniversary, Paradise Fun Factory DBA CirKiz is set to elevate the New York Fashion Week (NYFW) experience with The Teen
Campanelli School in Schaumburg hears from inspirational teen as students help homeless
Daily Herald — Campanelli School in Schaumburg hears from inspirational teen as students help homeless
‘Project I Am’ hosts empowering unhoused event
CHICAGO (WLS) — Jahkil Jackson is the founder of the nonprofit “Project I Am.” It’s mission is the help the homeless. And Jackson is partnering with the “Shower Up Project” with
Giving Tuesday celebrates generosity around the world
NBC Chicago – The day following Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is global movement designed to inspire people worldwide and celebrate generosity. NBC Chicago’s LeeAnn Trotter spoke with the founder of
16-year-old ‘Project I Am’ founder gives away 500 more Blessing Bags to homeless
CHICAGO — A young Chicago philanthropist is continuing his mission of giving to help the homeless. The gesture is nothing new, because Jahkil Jackson has been doing this since he
