OUR IMPACT
The Jamieson Ritter Foundation empowers Jamieson's life of service by supporting future leaders and safer communities. Through our scholarship program and community partnerships, we honor his memory while building a lasting legacy of service and sacrifice.
Honoring Jamieson R. Ritter, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on July 4, 2024, while serving as a Cleveland Police Officer. This $10,000 annual scholarship recognizes graduating seniors from McQuaid Jesuit who exemplify Jamieson's memory through their commitment to public service, academic excellence, and community leadership.
$10,000
Annual Award
April
Presentation
HIgher Ed
Support
Driven by compassion.
KINDLAND PARTNERSHIP
Collaborating with Kindland, presented by Values-in-Action, on the inaugural 'Ritter Way' award. Values-in-Action has been part of Cleveland's fabric for 29 years, creating meaningful cultural change by empowering students and adults to lead with values.
CONSORTIUM FOR SAFER COMMUNITIES
Partnering with Rochester, NY-based Consortium for Safer Communities to explore solutions that improve public safety in upstate New York through collaborative, evidence-based approaches.
FAMILY SUPPORT
Contributing to college savings accounts for each of Jamieson's nieces and nephews, ensuring his commitment to education continues within his family. The Foundation allocates less than 5% of annual revenues to these accounts.
SPONSORED LAZERWERKS
To help pay for memorial bracelets for other fallen officers.
SPONSORED THE GUARDIAN'S OF HOPE
To support the Guardian of Hope softball team as they carried forward Jamieson's mission.
HONORING A HERO'S LEGACY
Jamieson is fondly remembered for his charisma, intelligence, spontaneity, and passion for life. A 2015 graduate of McQuaid Jesuit, he attended Syracuse University where he participated in Army ROTC.
Jamieson was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Army National Guard and, after joining the Cleveland Department of Police, deployed to Syria under Operation Inherent Resolve, earning the Combat Action Badge.
He served with distinction and established himself as a leader at a young age.
SELECTION WILL BE BASED ON THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:
The student is a graduating senior in good standing with McQuaid Jesuit, both academically and otherwise;
The student is pursuing higher education immediately following graduation from McQuaid Jesuit;
The student is a resident of New York and was born in the United States;
The student has served at least one JUG (from the Latin word jugum, meaning burden; detention); and
THE STUDENT EXEMPLIFIES ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING:
Jamieson’s love of country, sense of duty, and commitment to public service.
Jamieson’s interest in fields of study that highlight military science, national defense, politics, law, history, forensic science, and/or international relations.
Jamieson’s eager and enthusiastic participation in athletics and extracurriculars, and his love of animals and pets.
SELECTION PROCESS
Jamieson’s direct family members serving on the Board of Directors will select award recipients, following consultation with the McQuaid Jesuit Administration.
We are memorializing Jamieson by harvesting the power of community, just as he did. Your support helps us make a lasting impact.
$100 annually
$500 annually
The Jamieson Ritter Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization (tax ID: 99-4055512) under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.