The Jessiman Foundation (Duncan M. and Judith O. Jessiman Foundation) is a registered charitable organization based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Three generations of the Jessiman family are actively involved in the foundation, which supports a variety of worthy causes across Canada with a focus on creating opportunities for children and youth on their path to success. View Jessiman Foundation (JFII)'s website for more information.
The Jessiman Foundation is a family foundation established by the Jessiman family in Winnipeg, Manitoba. After the sale of Bison Transport (founded by Duncan Jessiman in 1969) to James Richardson & Sons Ltd. in 2020, the family established the JFII Family Office along with the Jessiman Foundation. The foundation represents the family's commitment to giving back to their communities and supporting causes that create positive change.
The foundation's primary focus is on creating opportunities for children and youth on their path to success. The foundation supports a variety of worthy causes across Canada, demonstrating a broad approach to philanthropy that addresses different community needs.
Three generations of the Jessiman family are actively involved in the foundation, carrying forward a legacy of community service and philanthropy that began with Duncan and Judith Jessiman. This multi-generational involvement ensures continuity of the family's philanthropic vision and commitment to making a lasting impact in the communities they serve.