Benefits Atlanta Jamacian Association
Draws 05/30/09
Raffle Benefits
The Atlanta Jamaican Association (AJA) is a non-profit organization established to promote friendship, unity and understanding between Jamaicans and the members of the greater Atlanta community. The organization was founded in 1977 and incorporated on September 13, 1978 as a non-profit organization with 501(c) (4) status under the Internal Revenue Service Code. The Atlanta Jamaica Cultural and Educational Fund, Inc., The AJA’s cultural and educational affiliate organization, enjoys 501(c) (3) non-profit status with the Internal Revenue Service.
Based primarily on its range of services and how long it has been in operation, it is undoubtedly the most experienced and probably the most proficient Caribbean organization in Atlanta. Among its many functions, The AJA provides an Atlanta forum for Jamaicans to discuss strategies for improving their lives. The organization also assists the underserved both in Jamaica and in Atlanta.
Monthly meetings are held every second Saturday. These often feature guest speakers from all disciplines. Past guest speakers at association-sponsored events or meetings include Sir Howard Cooke, the former governor general of Jamaica; The Most Honorable P. J. Patterson, former prime minister of Jamaica; Dr. Omer
Thomas, executive director of the Jamaica Bureau of Standards; Vernon Jones, CEO, DeKalb County; Ronnie Thwaites, noted Jamaican Radio personality; Eddie Moodie, while he was the Chief of Police, DeKalb County; and many, many others
Raffle Prize
The prize for this raffle is a 2009 Toyota Corolla XLE!
Raffle Tickets and Contact Information
Tickets cost
To learn more about the Atlanta Jamacian Association, to buy tickets online and to find contact information for the organization please visit their website at ajaatlanta.org. Thanks!
