“My husband, Eddis L. Jones, had a deep passion for youth and education. He believed that education could open doors to a brighter future—doors that might otherwise remain closed without higher learning. Whether it was a four-year degree, a vocational program, or trade school, he firmly believed that no child should be left behind due to financial hardship.

I shared my husband’s vision of guiding young people in our community to take the right steps toward achieving their career goals.

After his passing, as his wife, I am committed to carrying the torch, furthering his dream, and continuing his legacy.”

-Yevette Burney- Jones, Wife