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Discover the latest news from the Je'Sani Smith Foundation
Discover the latest news from the Je'Sani Smith Foundation
THE HIGGINBOTHAM COMMUNITY FUND DONATES FOR SAFETY
THE HIGGINBOTHAM COMMUNITY FUND DONATES FOR SAFETY
November 13, 2021
The Higginbotham Community Fund will be presenting $1000 to the Je’Sani Smith Foundation on Saturday, November 13 at 3:00pm at the Higginbotham Offices at 500 North Shoreline, Suite 1200, Corpus Christi, TX 78401. Read More
Islander Graphic Design Students Assist Je’Sani Smith Foundation as Part of ONE DAY
Islander Graphic Design Students Assist Je’Sani Smith Foundation as Part of ONE DAY
November 1, 2021
By all accounts, Je’Sani Smith was a talented young man and athlete at Richard King High School who was dedicated not only to team but to his friends and family as well. Read More
WALMART CONTRIBUTES $500 TO BEACH SAFETY EFFORTS
WALMART CONTRIBUTES $500 TO BEACH SAFETY EFFORTS
October 25, 2021
Walmart has gifted $500 to the Je’Sani Smith
Foundation to promote beach safety and rip current awareness at Coastal Bend beaches. This donation will be used to distribute life-saving information along area beaches. Read More
Victim's family, community celebrated for passage of drowning-prevention laws
Victim's family, community celebrated for passage of drowning-prevention laws
June 28, 2021
Local and state leaders came together Monday to honor the mother of a Corpus Christi teenager who drowned after a rip current off Whitecap Beach dragged him out into the Gulf of Mexico in April of 2019.Read More
High school senior receives Je'Sani Smith scholarship
High school senior receives Je'Sani Smith scholarship
June 22, 2021
A scholarship in his name was handed out to a fellow Mustang.
Je'Sani Smith Act signed into law by Governor Abbott
Je'Sani Smith Act signed into law by Governor Abbott
June 16, 2021
Two measures aimed at saving lives on our local beaches were signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott in mid-June.
Je'Sani Smith Foundation partners with Texas Surf Museum to promote beach safety
Je'Sani Smith Foundation partners with Texas Surf Museum to promote beach safety
June 5, 2021
"What better way to educate and engage our community than a museum that’s the whole purpose of museums,” said Kiwana Denson, mother of Je'Sani Smith.
Community leaders share the importance of educating yourself on rip currents
Community leaders share the importance of educating yourself on rip currents
May 26, 2021
Educating yourself and your loved ones is a crucial step before you decide to enter any South Texas beach waters.
What to know about dangerous water conditions when visiting local beaches
What to know about dangerous water conditions when visiting local beaches
May 24, 2021
When traveling to the beach, it is important to know about the conditions of the water to ensure you, and everyone you are visiting with, stays safe.
Beach Safety: Know the warning flags before you visit the beach this Memorial Day weekend
Beach Safety: Know the warning flags before you visit the beach this Memorial Day weekend
May 24, 2021
Beneath that water can be dangerous rip currents that can't be seen, only felt.
State legislation filed in honor of Je'Sani Smith
State legislation filed in honor of Je'Sani Smith
February 26, 2021
State Rep. Todd Hunter filed legislation this week to designate April as Beach Safety and Rip Current Awareness month.
GULF COAST GROWTH VENTURES CONTRIBUTES TO BEACH SAFETY EFFORTS THROUGH $1,000 BILLBOARD DONATION
GULF COAST GROWTH VENTURES CONTRIBUTES TO BEACH SAFETY EFFORTS THROUGH $1,000 BILLBOARD DONATION
February 1, 2021
Gulf Coast Growth Ventures, an ExxonMobil-SABIC joint venture, has donated $1,000 to the Je’Sani Smith Foundation to promote beach safety and rip current awareness in San Patricio County.
LAUNDRY DEPOT CONTRIBUTES TO BEACH SAFETY EFFORTS THROUGH $1,000 BILLBOARD DONATION
LAUNDRY DEPOT CONTRIBUTES TO BEACH SAFETY EFFORTS THROUGH $1,000 BILLBOARD DONATION
February 1, 2021
Laundry Depot has donated $1,000 to the Je’Sani Smith Foundation to promote beach safety and rip current awareness in San Patricio County.
Nueces County donates $5K to Je'Sani Smith Foundation for beach safety, rip current awareness
Nueces County donates $5K to Je'Sani Smith Foundation for beach safety, rip current awareness
January 7, 2021
Nueces County donated $5,000 to the Je'Sani Smith Foundation to promote beach safety and rip current awareness.
Je'Sani Smith Foundation hits beach to warn of rip currents
Je'Sani Smith Foundation hits beach to warn of rip currents
September 5, 2020
The Je'Sani Smith Foundation was out on beach today warning beachgoers about the dangers of rip currents.
Je’Sani Smith Foundation static billboard put up off IH-37 to promote rip current awareness for beach goers
Je’Sani Smith Foundation static billboard put up off IH-37 to promote rip current awareness for beach goers
August 29, 2020
There is a new warning up along IH-37 for visitors to the Coastal Bend. The "Know the Flags" billboard just put up along IH-37 near Suntide Road is designed to help educate out-of-towners about the dangers of rip currents.
Nueces County officials to announce $5000 donation to Je’Sani Smith Foundation
Nueces County officials to announce $5000 donation to Je’Sani Smith Foundation
August 30, 2020
Thursday's event at Padre Balli Park will include the announcement of the donation and a special information session regarding upcoming campaigns for this Labor Day.
Je'Sani Smith Foundation receives donation from Port of CC
Je'Sani Smith Foundation receives donation from Port of CC
August 10, 2020
The Je'Sani Smith Foundation received a huge donation from the Port of Corpus Christi today.
JE’SANI SMITH FOUNDATION RECEIVES $10,000 DONATION FROM PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI TO SUPPORT BEACH SAFETY INITIATIVES
JE’SANI SMITH FOUNDATION RECEIVES $10,000 DONATION FROM PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI TO SUPPORT BEACH SAFETY INITIATIVES
August 10, 2020
The Port of Corpus Christi has made a $10,000 donation to the Je’Sani Smith Foundation in support of beach safety and rip current awareness initiatives in the Coastal Bend.
July named Beach Safety and Rip Current Awareness Month
July named Beach Safety and Rip Current Awareness Month
July 5, 2020
One local family has made huge developments in educating the community and visitors of the Coastal Bend area about the dangers of rip currents and undertows in the Gulf of Mexico.
Mayor Joe McComb declares June 9th Je'Sani Smith Foundation Day
Mayor Joe McComb declares June 9th Je'Sani Smith Foundation Day
June 9, 2020
Corpus Christi's City Council gathered Tuesday for their regularly scheduled meeting to discuss a wide variety of topics.
$1,200 awarded to Angelina Tapia through the Je'sani Smith Water Scholarship
$1,200 awarded to Angelina Tapia through the Je'sani Smith Water Scholarship
June 5, 2020
The second-ever Je'sani Smith Water Scholarship was handed out to a 2020 King High School graduate this afternoon.
A legacy never forgotten: Jesani Smith
A legacy never forgotten: Jesani Smith
May 23, 2020
Kiwana Denson says she created a website designed to bring awareness and educate the public on beach safety and rip currents.
Je'Sani Smith Beach Safety Alert being put into place just in time for Spring Break
Je'Sani Smith Beach Safety Alert being put into place just in time for Spring Break
February 28, 2020
Electronic message boards will be put on the J.F.K. Causeway, the ferry, and county beaches so people can be warned of dangerous rip currents in the ocean.