Jack & Jill Center

What Jack & Jill Center does

Jack & Jill Center is a Fort Lauderdale-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit community organization founded in 1942 by the Junior League of Greater Fort Lauderdale, originally as an emergency wartime nursery serving 40 children. Today it operates from a 17,000 square foot campus in the Sailboat Bend neighborhood and serves up to 140 children annually through four integrated programs: an NAEYC-accredited Early Education Program (infants from 6 weeks through VPK), Madelaine Halmos Academy — a private K-5 elementary school opened in August 2021 featuring STEAM curriculum and state-of-the-art facilities, the HEALTH Program applying the CDC's Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model with telehealth integration via Hazel, and a Family Program providing case management, parent education, food/clothing pantry, and emergency financial assistance. The organization targets children and families classified as high-need in Broward County, with the Opportunity Scholarship Fund guaranteeing every MHA graduate a college scholarship through a partnership with Steve Halmos and the Florida Prepaid College Foundation.

Revenue is generated through a diversified nonprofit model including tax-deductible donations (individual, corporate, foundation), multi-year individual commitments via the Fran Payne Society (tiers ranging from $1,500 to $10,000+/year over three years), tuition and program fees with financial assistance available, and signature fundraising events (Power Breakfast, Light Up Downtown, Flip Flops on the Docks) supported by a Corporate Partner program and the Friends Auxiliary volunteer board, which has raised over $6.1 million since 1999. The organization employs 101–250 staff, holds 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, is NAEYC accredited, and received the 2024 GuideStar/Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency. Strategic technology integrations are limited to standard administrative SaaS — Blackbaud for tuition management, SchoolAdmin for enrollment, and Hazel for telehealth — with no proprietary technology platform or AI capabilities.

Name

Jack & Jill Center

Legal name

Jack & Jill Children's Center, Inc.

Website

https://jackandjillcenter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1942

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Fort Lauderdale-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1942 providing wraparound early childhood education, K-5 elementary schooling, family support, and integrated health services to high-need children and families in Broward County, with guaranteed college scholarships for academy graduates.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Early Childhood Education and Family Services

NAICS

Child Care Services (62441), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Academic/School-Readiness Preschools (EDACABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Center-Based Toddler Care (18–36 months) (EDACAGAB), Preschool Programs within Private K–12 Schools (EDACABAM)

Keywords

• Early childhood education
• Private elementary education
• Family support services
• Nonprofit community programs
• STEAM summer camp

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Lauderdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations supporting the organization's mission. Includes one-time and recurring donations through the website, planned giving, and legacy circle programs.
2. Individual Giving Society (Fran Payne Society): Annual multi-year giving program with commitment levels: Ambassador ($10,000+/year), Champion ($5,000-$9,999/year), Guardian ($3,000-$4,999/year), Supporter ($1,500-$2,999/year). Three-year commitment.
3. Tuition and Program Fees: Fees for early education programs and Madelaine Halmos Academy elementary education. Financial assistance and scholarships available.
4. Fundraising Events: Revenue from signature events including Power Breakfast, Light Up Downtown, and Flip Flops on the Docks. Friends Auxiliary and corporate partner events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Jack & Jill Center delivers four integrated programs: NAEYC-accredited early childhood education for infants (6 weeks) through VPK, private K-5 elementary education at Madelaine Halmos Academy with a guaranteed college scholarship for every graduate, a Family Program offering case management, parent education, and emergency assistance, and a HEALTH Program delivering integrated health services using the CDC's Whole School Whole Community Whole Child model. All programs are delivered on-site at the Fort Lauderdale campus serving high-need families in Broward County.

Product overview

Jack & Jill Center is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community-based organization offering comprehensive, holistic educational and family support services through four integrated core programs. The Early Education Program provides year-round early childhood education for infants (starting at 6 weeks) through VPK. Madelaine Halmos Academy (MHA) serves as the organization's private elementary school for kindergarten through 5th grade. The HEALTH Program delivers integrated health services using the CDC's Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model. The Family Program provides case management, parent education, emergency assistance, and therapeutic services. The organization also offers STEAM Summer Camps as an add-on program. Together, these programs provide wraparound support to strengthen children and families through innovative education, supportive programming, and community engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Education Program

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 30,000 children and families served historically
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• Kids SpotsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerTherapy services partner providing Speech, Occupational, and Physical therapies for children requiring special services. Part of comprehensive therapeutic services available to Jack & Jill Center families.
• Cayuga CentersupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health counseling partner providing onsite services. Works with teachers and center administration to identify and refer children requiring mental health support.
• Broward CollegesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPresents Entrepreneurship Series: IDEATION, a comprehensive 5-week program equipping participants with knowledge and skills for launching, managing, and expanding a business.
• Consolidated Credit, Inc.supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPresents Financial Literacy & Couponing Series and provides Individual Monthly Financial Coaching services. Topics include budgeting, saving, credit building, and investment basics.
• The Urban League of BrowardsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPresents First Time Home Buyers Workshop, a step-by-step guide for buying your first home with information on city, county, and state purchase assistance programs.
• Heal the PlanetsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental partner providing hands-on sustainability and environmental stewardship experiences for summer camp participants. Also involved in Growing Helpers student initiative.
• Swim Central Water SafetysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides weekly swim lessons and water safety knowledge for summer camp participants. Critical life skills program for all campers.
• University of Florida IFAS Extension - Family Nutrition ProgramsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration partner for HEALTH Program initiatives including Florida Crunch event, teaching students about Florida-grown produce and healthy eating habits.
• National Farm to School Network of FloridasupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in HEALTH Program Florida Crunch event coordination, supporting farm-to-school initiatives and local farming awareness.
• Steve Halmos and Florida Prepaid College FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnprecedented partnership providing Opportunity Scholarship Fund - every MHA graduate receives college scholarship usable at any Florida college or university. Honors Steve Halmos and family commitment to education.
• NSU (Nova Southeastern University) Summer Immersion ProgramsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSummer volunteer program where NSU students assist in elementary activities at Jack & Jill Center.
• Caribbean Bar AssociationsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity organization connecting with Kindergarten and First grade classes through engaging book readings sharing Caribbean culture.
• Crowe LLPsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate volunteer partner assisting in classrooms and participating in Summer Splash Days.
• United Way of Broward CountysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner and supporter of Jack & Jill Center programs.
• Early Learning Coalition of Broward CountysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner supporting early childhood education programs and school readiness acceptance at summer camps.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Family Central (Broward): Broward-based family services nonprofit offering school readiness, family support, and parenting education. Operates in the same early childhood / family services niche as Jack & Jill Center.
• YMCA of South Florida: Community-based nonprofit providing youth development, childcare, and family services across Broward and South Florida. Directly comparable to Jack & Jill Center's mix of early education, family programming, and wraparound support.
• Hispanic Unity of Florida: Nonprofit in Broward County providing family-strengthening services including education, financial literacy, and case management. Comparable to Jack & Jill Center's Family Program and high-need family focus.
• Community School of Naples: Independent private pre-K through grade 12 school with community-oriented programming. Comparable in operating model to a private K-5 campus within a broader family-serving nonprofit.
• Scheck Hillel Community School: Private pre-K through grade 12 school providing tuition-based education with community/STEAM programming in South Florida. Comparable private K-5 private school competitor to Madelaine Halmos Academy.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County: Nonprofit serving at-risk youth in Broward County through education, enrichment, and family support. Operates with a similar community-nonprofit model, donor- and event-driven funding base, and program breadth that includes academic and family components.

Regional players

• The Children's Trust (Miami-Dade): Miami-Dade's children's services funding body supporting early education and family programs. Comparable funder/ecosystem role to CSC Broward but serving the neighboring South Florida county.

Emerging players

• Children's Services Council of Broward County: Public agency funding child and family services in Broward. Adjacent to Jack & Jill Center's model as a payer and ecosystem steward for many of the same high-need families.
• Early Learning Coalition of Broward County: Local funder/oversight body supporting early childhood education access and school readiness. Partial overlap with Jack & Jill Center's early education mission; functions more as a school-readiness funding and referral partner.

Others

• United Way of Broward County: Community-impact nonprofit and major funder of social services in Broward. Listed as a partner of Jack & Jill Center; comparable as a donor, convener, and infrastructure partner for the same family-serving ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/jackjillcenter
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/groups/8168088
• Instagraminstagram.com/jackjillcenter
• Xx.com/jackjillcenter

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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