The John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation

Elizabeth Perkins, Priscilla Perkins & Dr. John Perkins at Annual Perkins Lecture Series - John Perkins Center at Seattle Pacific University
2020-04-18 - 2020-04-21
Email priscillaperkins81@gmail.com or perkinscenter@spu.edu for more information.

Priscilla Perkins & Dr. John Perkins at Campus Ministries Conference in Memphis, TN
2020-04-30
Email priscillaperkins81@gmail.com for more information.

Priscilla Perkins & Dr. John Perkins at Conference on Race & Education in Greensboro, NC
2020-05-04

Minnesota Sankofa Group at Perkins Foundation
2020-05-07

John M. Perkins' 90th Birthday
2020-06-16

Dr. John Perkins Annual Father’s Day Sermon at New Horizon Church
2020-06-21
Time: Services at 8 AM and 11 AM
Location: 1750 Ellis Ave, Jackson, MS
Website: https://www.nhcms.org/
Email priscillaperkins81@gmail.com for more information.

Vera Mae Perkins' 87th Birthday
2020-08-16

Elizabeth Perkins, Priscilla Perkins, and Dr. John Perkins at CCDA Conference in Kansas City, MO
2020-09-30 - 2020-10-03
Email mzelizperk@gmail.com or priscillaperkins81@gmail.com for more information.

Weekly Bible Study
2025-03-25 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Halifax)
Speaker Ron Spann- Matthew 6:19-24: Treasures in Heaven

Weekly Bible Study
2025-04-01 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Halifax)
Dave Burleson- Matthew 6:25-34: Do Not Worry

Weekly Bible Study
2025-04-08 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
Chris Cannon- Matthew 7:1-6: Judging Others

April Luncheon
2025-04-08 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, 1831 Robinson Street, Jackson, MS, 39209, United States
Join us for the Alleane Currie Friends Luncheon! Guest Speaker Amy Lancaster. RSVP at jvmpf.org/luncheon

Weekly Bible Study
2025-04-15 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
Marcia Reed- Matthew 7:7-12: Ask, Seek, Knock

Weekly Bible Study
2025-04-22 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
Dr. Melindajoy Mingo- Matthew 7:13-14: The Narrow and Wide Gates

Weekly Bible Study
2025-04-29 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
Prof. Ron Potter- Matthew 7:15-20: True and False Prophets

Weekly Bible Study
2025-05-06 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
Dr. Gary VanderArk- Matthew 7:121-23: True and False Disciples

Weekly Bible Study
2025-05-13 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
Judah Smith- Matthew 7:24-27: The Wise and Foolish Builders
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May Luncheon
2025-05-13 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, 1831 Robinson Street, Jackson, MS, 39209, United States
Join us for the Alleane Currie Friends Luncheon! Guest Speaker Bishop Ronnie C. Crudup Sr. RSVP at jvmpf.org/luncheon

Mandatory Summer Camp Orientation Meeting for Parents
2025-06-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, 1831 Robinson Street, Jackson, MS, 39209, United States
**Please Note: There will be a Parent Orientation meeting on June 7 from 10-11 AM at the Perkins Foundation. This meeting is MANDATORY for your child(ren) to attend summer camp!**

First Day of Summer Camp
2025-06-09 | John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, 1831 Robinson Street, Jackson, MS, 39209, United States
Living Waters: Splash into Faith, Fun, and Justice!
This summer, we’re diving into an exciting adventure where faith, kindness, and creativity flow like a mighty river! Campers will create, grow, and make waves in their communities through art, music, games, and teamwork.

4th Annual Perkins Sports Camp
2025-06-12 - 2025-06-13 | John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, 1831 Robinson Street, Jackson, MS, 39209, United States
Whether you’re passionate about a sport or just exploring what fits you best, this camp is the perfect opportunity to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and have a blast with friends.

Community Night
2025-06-19 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-10 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-17 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, 1831 Robinson Street, Jackson, MS, 39209, United States
Come together for food, fun, and fellowship! Every Thursday of the summer.

Perkins Justice Pilgrimage
2025-07-09 - 2025-07-13
Perkins Justice Pilgrimage, Institute on Wheels: The Perkins Foundation is committed to investing in the lives of leaders, pastors, Sunday school groups, associations, companies, clubs, and anyone else interested in learning. Our best way of doing this is by inviting you to Jackson for a Perkins Justice Pilgrimage (PJP). Join us for life-changing dialogue, engaging bible study, and immersive learning experiences about reconciliation and justice. A spiritual pilgrimage that looks back to embrace our past and insists that our now is not separate from our then.
The PJP allows a small group (12-20) to spend an intimate time with Dr. Perkins, the Perkins Family, and other Civil Rights and Christian Community leaders. Those in attendance will visit historic landmarks in Mississippi and beyond that helped shape the theology of Dr. Perkins and the Perkins Foundation. This will be a life-changing time for all who are able to participate!

Virtual Bible Study
2025-09-16 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-09-23 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-09-30 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
Virtual Bible Study!
Tuesdays at 8 AM CST
In order to join Bible Study, you must register. Registration must be completed the Monday before Bible Study. Each Monday at 8 PM CST, registration closes and those on our registration list will receive the Zoom info 30 minutes before the call begins at 7:30 AM CST. In case you miss the deadline and want to join the next Bible Study, the registration link will be activated again at the end of Bible Study for the next week. You can also join on the Facebook livestream!
Note: If you have already registered once, you will be on our registration list and do not need to re-register for subsequent Bible Studies! Remember to enter your first and last name when joining Zoom so that we can confirm your registration.

Perkins Gala & Cookout
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-04 | John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, 1831 Robinson Street, Jackson, MS, 39209, United States
Join us for an unforgettable two-day celebration filled with fellowship, fun, and true Southern hospitality- all in support of a meaningful cause!

Sapphire Jubilee Gala
2025-10-03 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Sapphire Jubilee Gala
Friday, October 3, 2025
Terry Woodard Ballroom | Jackson State University
Red Carpet: 5:00 PM | Program Begins: 6:00 PM
Formal / Black Tie Attire | Ticket Required
🎟️ $125 per person

An elegant evening of reflection and renewal, the Gala celebrates the legacy of John and Vera Mae Perkins while casting bold vision for what comes next.
We are honored to welcome Dr. Derwin Gray—former NFL standout turned nationally recognized pastor, author, and voice for reconciliation and leadership—as our keynote speaker for the evening. After six seasons with the Indianapolis Colts and Carolina Panthers, Dr. Gray transitioned from the field to the frontlines of faith and justice. His message will challenge and inspire us to lead with courage, clarity, and conviction in today’s changing world.
