Board of Directors

The Jacksonville Children's Commission is governed by an 11-member board appointed by the mayor. Seven members are chosen from each of the school board districts and four are selected at-large. Ex-officio board members represent the school system, state government, law enforcement and other community funding partners.

This volunteer board sets policies and makes the final decisions on the Commission's funding strategy and grantmaking.

Vision

Jacksonville will be one of the top 10 cities in America for children to reach their highest potential.

Mission

To support families in their efforts to maximize their children's potential to be healthy, safe, educated and contributing members of the community.

Board Members

Ken Wilson, Chair
John A. Balog, Ph.D., Vice-Chair
Bill Mason, Ed.D., Treasurer
Jill Smith, Secretary
Anne T. Egan, M.D.
Gloriden Norris
Catrina T. Graham, Pharm.D.
Thomas J. Majdanics
Paul Saffell
Cathie Shimp
Elder Lee Harris
 

Ex-Officio Members

The Honorable Tommy Hazouri, Duval County School Board
Connie Hodges, United Way of Northeast Florida
The Honorable Dr. Johnny Gaffney, Jacksonville City Council
Bryan Hensley, Florida Department of Children & Families, Circuit IV
The Honorable Judge David Gooding, 4th Judicial Court, Juvenile Division

Advisory Members
 

Susan Main, Early Learning Coalition of Duval
Lori Price, Hope Haven Children's Clinic & Family Center