2801 State Street
Suite 100
East St. Louis, IL 62205

The Southern Mission Enrichment Foundation is an outreach ministry of the Southern Mission Missionary Baptist Church, which is located in East St. Louis, IL. The foundation is a 501(c)3 not for profit tax exempt charitable organization. The organization received its Illinois charter in 2001.

Mission Statement

The Southern Mission Enrichment Foundation is committed to creating a safe, caring and positive environment, where youth can develop self-respect, positive self-esteem and the opportunity to achieve their highest potential. To fulfill this mission, the foundation will engage youth in social, cultural, educational programs, as well as technological literacy that will assist them in becoming successful and productive citizens in the future.

Board of Directors

Rev. Jerome Jackson, I., Sr.
Chairman

U’Essie Riley
Executive Director

Directors

Robin Arnold
Shekira Balentine
Kimberly Hopkins
Annette McCain
Jason Ray
Sheryl Richardson
Travis Smith
Bernice Wilson