WELCOME

Greetings, and thank you for visiting the James T. Madry, Jr. Foundation website.  The foundation has been set in place to give back!  It is our opportunity to lend a helping hand.  We pride ourselves in contributing to the well-being of the community.  We believe that by sharing common values we can increase the opportunity of each individual in the community. 

mission statement

It is our mission to inspire, empower, equip and assist people in underserved communities to seek excellence in every phase of their lives.

Vision Statement: 

Empowering people, one mind at a time.

Pastor James T. Madry, Jr. was born and raised in the Kansas City area.  

James was educated in the Kansas City, Missouri School District, where he graduated from Van Horn High School. He furthered his education by obtaining his Vocational Certification in Auto Body Repair, at The Vo-Tech Center.  He received his Associates degree in Travel and Tourism from Brown Mackie College, and his Bachelor's of Science in Human Resource Management from Friends University.  He also studied at Webster University and Central Baptist Theological Seminary.

James was the Executive Director of Madry Ministries, Kansas City, Missouri. A motivational speaker, preacher as well as the Founder ofJames Madry, Jr. & Praize, (National Gospel Group).  James traveled throughout the years with several National Recording Artists.Pastor Madry held several positions within the church preparing him for Pastoralship.  Youth Director, Leader of The Royal Ambassadors, Choir Director, Lead Singer and Choir Member,  Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church.

Minister, Director of Family Ministries, Administrative Pastor, Hospital Care, Christian Counselor, Executive Board of Director - Music Ministry,  Logo Committee Chairperson - Operation Nehemiah Phase II. Concord Fortress of Hope Church .

Pastor Madry was a licensed, and ordained Minister, who founded The New Day Fellowship Christian Center, and served as Pastor until God called him home. 

Greetings,

I am Alice R. Madry, the wife of the late Pastor James T. Madry, Jr. and the founder of the James T. Madry, Jr. foundation. 

The foundation has been put into place to do what James liked best, “Empowering people, one mind at a time.  James was a lover and encourager to all he came in contact with.  He could always be found lending a helping hand.”  Education and Music was a true passion of James.  Being a mentor to so many youth was his number one goal in life.  Having such a great impact in the city to so many was evident.

The foundation seeks to be a beacon of change in our community, by providing educational training, workshops, and scholarship opportunities to the underserved demographics. 

James and I both were proud of the fact that we grew up in the 64130 and the 64128 zip code.  Although the area is considered the urban core community, we were not your typical statistic.  Coming from a two parent home, we were encouraged to strive for greatness, and to always put our best foot forward.  Although a lot of our friends weren’t fortunate enough to have the same, they became our extended family, and received the same encouragement. 

It is my desire to continue with the love that James and I showed to all we came in contact with, to implement workshops, and conferences to help the next generation to become phenomenal Men and Women within their communities.  Also, to remind all that giving back is what it’s all about!

Thank you for taking the time to visit our site.  Please help us continue James’ legacy in your giving financially, your time, and your support. 

Blessings,

Mrs. Alice R. Madry