The Jamaican American Association of Northern California (JAANC) is a non-profit charitable organization that was established in 1975.
Purpose
- Promote the national culture of Jamaica in Northern California in order to foster a better understanding among Americans with commitment to non-political and non-sectarian activities.
- Assist appointees to the diplomatic and consular corps in the United States and in particular the Honorary Consul for Northern California
- Assist Jamaicans and others in emergencies
- Serve as a cohesive force for peoples of a common heritage
- Assist Jamaican migrants into a successful integration into the community
- Promote diversity and awareness for the respect of cultural differences among all citizens of Northern California
