LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD
SKJAJA breaks barriers and funds opportunities for K–12 students in Orange County, NC to access enrichment activities and unlock their full potential.
Our Mission
Many K-12 students in Orange County face financial barriers that prevent them from accessing extracurricular opportunities that spark growth, leadership, and community connection. SKJAJA, inspired by a family tradition of paying it forward, started in 2008.
Today, this volunteer-driven nonprofit removes those barriers, awarding hundreds of thousands in scholarships so all students can thrive outside the classroom.
Community is at the heart of everything we do. SKJAJA partners with Orange County and Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, local youth programs, and community organizations to provide meaningful out-of-school enrichment for students. We are grateful for the support of individuals and businesses both within and beyond our community
Our Partners
"I think of SKJAJA as an aquifer for the growth of students within our community. Like the aquifer, the resources they offer leads to incredible development and engagement in many ways not immediately visible. The impact SKJAJA has on the families and communities is beyond the specific grant recipients, and it contributes to a positive, supporting culture in the district."
Garrison Reid
SKJAJA Fund Volunteer & Chapel Hill High School Teacher