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Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Receives $1 Million Donation From Tom Gores

A long-time JRLA supporter, Gores makes additional commitment to improve learning opportunities and enhance facilities and infrastructure

The Jalen Rose Leadership Academy

Detroit – (March 10, 2021) – The Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JRLA) announced today a $1 million donation from Tom Gores to support JRLA’s continued growth and development.

The funds, provided by the Tom Gores Family Foundation, will be used for facility expansion and infrastructure improvements on the JRLA campus, which is located on the Northwest side of Detroit. The school receives zero state funding for its facility and is eager to provide its scholars and staff with the facility they deserve.