Cooke Foundation Celebrates 25 Years
When opportunity meets talent, the possibilities are limitless. Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholars and Alumni are changing the world. Join us in celebrating the incredible accomplishments of the Cooke community over the past 25 years and the exciting future that lies ahead.
For 25 years, Cooke Foundation Scholars and Alumni have inspired and supported one another as they have shaped the future. The publication below was created to highlight the power of connection in the Cooke community and what they are achieving together.
Internship Campaign
The 25th anniversary of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation launched a new era of Cooke Scholar and Alumni community engagement. By opening doors for internships, mentorship, and professional development, Alums helped Scholars gain hands-on experience that will shape their careers and our community. Over 150 internships were offered in the first year of the program at locations spanning the globe. Watch below for the story of one Scholar intern whose opportunity took place in Nepal.
Celebrating 25 Years Across the Globe
On October 24, 2025, the Foundation hosted a 25th Anniversary Celebration in Washington, D.C., welcoming Scholars, partners, educators, and supporters to reflect on the Foundation’s legacy and its continued commitment to creating pathways to success for future generations. The event was hosted by Cooke Scholar Alumnus Peter Dugan, a classical and jazz pianist who hosts NPR’s From the Top and included welcome remarks from John Kent Cooke Sr., a member of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Board of Directors and son of the Foundation’s namesake. In addition to the celebration in Washington D.C., over 400 Cooke Scholars and Alums joined regional parties across the country and in Europe.
Click on the Celebration Album to view photos from the events or watch the highlight video below.
