Our Mission
Juice for Justice is a nonprofit organization dedicated to education and fostering sustainability and nutritional equity for children and families. By partnering with local nonprofits specializing in sustainable farming, food production, and distribution, we aim to ensure consistent access to resources for those in underserved areas.
Our Story
The heart of Juice for Justice was born from the realities of food insecurity and the disparities that shape so many lives. Its roots trace back to Magdeline’s childhood in a family of nine, where scarce resources meant limited access to nutritious options. Meals often consisted of Hamburger Helper, Totino’s pizza, or even bread slices turned into makeshift dinners. Understanding the importance of a balanced meal came later, alongside the realization that not every child grows up with the same access to healthy food. This experience revealed a deeper truth: access to nutritious food is not distributed equally.
For countless families, survival often outweighs nourishment. Choices about what to buy, what to skip, and how to stretch every dollar are shaped by systems that mismanage resources and marginalize communities by class, race, and geography.
Juice for Justice was created to cultivate new systems, systems that educate, resource, and empower communities facing barriers to accessibility. Our mission is to disrupt poverty cycles by expanding access to healthy food through a sustainable, circular model that uplifts communities, strengthens environmental stewardship, and advances equitable, justice-focused solutions.
At the heart of this work lies community collaboration. Our cornerstone partnership with the Dallas-based Miles of Freedom Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping individuals successfully reenter society after incarceration, embodies this commitment.
We’re deeply grateful for every hand, heart, and organization that believes in this work. Thank you for joining us in reimagining what justice looks like. We hope you’ll continue to follow our journey as we grow, learn, and build together.
Meet The Team
Magdeline
Founder, President
Magdeline is an Air Force Veteran, a doctoral candidate, and a community engagement activist. For the past 12 years, Magdeline’s research has been around reducing recidivism through a holistic model of reentry reform, which relies on grassroots organizations as the driver of change. Previously, Magdeline served as a Survival Specialist and Paralegal in the United States Judge Advocate General’s Corps. While serving in the Air Force, she earned two Community College of the Air Force degrees in applied science. Magdeline later obtained a B.A. in Criminal Justice and Political Science from the University of Cincinnati and an M.L.S. from Southern Methodist University.
Bridget
Vice President
Bridget brings a unique blend of business and nonprofit experience to the JFJ Board. With 7 years of experience in management consulting and a Master of Business Administration, she has helped a number of organizations navigate strategic decisions and take a data-driven approach to operating more efficiently. She is currently an Associate Partner at McKinsey. Prior to consulting, she worked for three years in the nonprofit space helping deliver education-based programs to underserved communities. Bridget is excited to bring her work experience alongside her personal passion for gardening, wellness, and juicing to JFJ.
Natalie
Secretary
Natalie is the founder of The Dignity Project, doing business as Well Grounded Coffee Community, a social enterprise based in Dallas, Texas. With a B.A. in Art Therapy and a Master’s degree in Adult Education and Curriculum Development, Natalie brings together her passions for healing, empowerment, and education to create real opportunities for women rebuilding their lives.
Priscilla
Treasurer
Priscilla is a dedicated educator and community advocate from Fort Worth, Texas, committed to building stronger, more sustainable communities through education and food equity. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science and Technology from East Texas A&M University, grounding her work in a deep understanding of food systems and sustainability. Since 2018, Priscilla has served as a teacher in the Dallas Independent School District, where she inspires students to explore the vital connections between the environment, community health, and the food we grow. As Treasurer, Priscilla helps lead initiatives centered on Juicing, Food Security, Community Empowerment, and Nutritional Education.
