Our Mission
Jimmy Barnes Memorial Fund was created to honor our son, James Randolph Barnes III, who brought light and love to anyone and everyone. We have two objectives: Jimmy’s Stocking Project and The Jimmy Barnes Memorial Scholarship.
Jimmy’s Stocking Project provides “stockings” to the residents of a long term residential drug rehabilitation center. These stockings are filled to the brim with everyday essential items as well as scarves, hats, gloves, writing materials, and much more. We want to lighten the burden the residents may feel, share Jimmy’s story, and provide support from our family in their journey towards recovery.
Over the years, we have been able to grow this project to provide for the children of these residents, the daily participants, as well as needs for the campus. As we continue to grow, we will be able to grow our reach to other centers.
The Jimmy Barnes Memorial Scholarship will provide a scholarship to an outstanding and deserving senior at North Lincoln High School in Lincolnton, N.C. In 2005, Jimmy was a part of the very first graduating class at North Lincoln and we look forward to helping students continue their higher education journey.