Father Ray Jackson Memorial Grants

Fr. Ray Jackson was an Augustinian priest and campus minister who co-founded and served in Villanova's Center for Peace and Justice Education. Fr. Ray held these positions until his death in June of 1997. He was renowned for his desire and personal commitment to justice, peace and service to the poor. Not only was he tirelessly involved in service himself, he also possessed a vision that helped Villanova students use their education and resources on behalf of the poor, both locally and internationally.

The Fund
The Father Ray Jackson Memorial fund offers financial grants to students to help defray the cost of participation in one of the University's school break service trips. These trips provide direct service to the poor. Grants will not exceed $500 and are awarded only once to an individual student during his or her time at the school.

The Fund Committee
The Memorial Fund supports the work of the offices of Campus Ministry, the Center for Peace and Justice Education, and Rays of Sunshine Office. Ms. Barbara Haenn, of the Campus Ministry Office, is the current Coordinator of the Memorial Fund, at 610.519.4479.

To Apply for a Memorial Fund Grant
Go to the Fund's Web Site at: http://campusministry.villanova.edu/ssj/FrRayJacksonFund/index.htm.