SNO DAY in JULY
Since Marcus’ transition from this life, family, friends, and community members have continued to gather each year to celebrate his life, legacy, and the joy he brought to those around him.
More than an event, Sno Day has become a community tradition rooted in love, remembrance, healing, and togetherness. Filled with food, music, games, laughter, fellowship, and family fun, this joyful celebration creates space for the community to come together in honor of Marcus while uplifting the importance of connection, healing, and positive community engagement.
Sno Day reflects the heart of The Marcus Jackson Project — transforming pain into purpose while celebrating life, legacy, resilience, and the power of community.
Annual Field Day in March
Through games, food, music, fellowship, youth activities, and shared experiences, the Annual Field Day
Our Annual Field Day is a healing-centered community event created to honor Marcus “Sno” Jackson’s transition from this life while promoting remembrance, restoration, fellowship, and community healing. Hosted each March, the event brings together youth, families, survivors, and community members for a day centered on connection, love, support, and positive community engagement.
Through games, food, music, fellowship, youth activities, and shared experiences, the Annual Field Day creates opportunities for individuals and families to gather in a safe and welcoming environment while encouraging healing and community unity. The event reflects The Marcus Jackson Project’s commitment to transforming pain into purpose by creating spaces where healing, restoration, and meaningful connection can take place.
More than just a community event, Transition & Restoration serves as a reminder that healing is possible, community matters, and no family should have to navigate grief and loss alone. Through remembrance, fellowship, and collective support, we continue honoring Marcus’ life and legacy while uplifting individuals and families impacted by violence and trauma.
opportunities for individuals and families to gather in a safe and welcoming environment while encouraging healing and community unity. The event reflects The Marcus Jackson Project’s commitment to transforming pain into purpose by creating spaces where healing, restoration, and meaningful connection can take place.
This annual gathering reflects the heart of The Marcus Jackson Project — transforming pain into purpose while creating safe spaces for healing, remembrance, restoration, and positive community engagement.
October-
Annual Fall Festival in October
The Marcus Jackson Project Annual Fall Festival
The Marcus Jackson Project Annual Fall Festival is a community-centered celebration designed to bring families, youth, and community members together through fun, fellowship, and positive community engagement. Rooted in the mission of strengthening communities through healing-centered initiatives, the event creates a safe and welcoming space where individuals and families can connect, build relationships, and enjoy meaningful experiences together.
Featuring games, music, food, entertainment, youth activities, and community resources, the Fall Festival promotes unity, wellness, and family connection while encouraging positive community involvement and support. More than just a seasonal event, the festival reflects the importance of creating spaces where children, families, and communities feel valued, supported, and connected.
Through laughter, shared experiences, and community fellowship, the Annual Fall Festival continues to celebrate the power of togetherness, healing, and community resilience.
Annual Survivors' Dinner in December
In recognition of National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month, observed annually from November 20 through December 20, The Marcus Jackson Project hosts an Annual Survivors Dinner dedicated to honoring survivors, remembering loved ones lost to violence, and creating space for healing, support, and community connection.
This special gathering brings together survivors, families, advocates, and community members impacted by violence for an evening centered on remembrance, reflection, fellowship, and restoration. Through meaningful conversation, shared experiences, and community support, the Survivors Dinner serves as a reminder that healing is possible and that no family should have to navigate grief alone.
The event reflects The Marcus Jackson Project’s commitment to uplifting survivors, honoring lives, increasing awareness surrounding the long-term impact of violence, and creating healing-centered spaces rooted in compassion, remembrance, advocacy, and hope.