JB-LF is an Arlington nonprofit working so that every mother in our community — regardless of income — can bring her baby into the world safely and with support.
To improve access to prenatal care and support for mothers facing financial barriers in Arlington and Northern Virginia.
Every mother in our community can confidently and safely bring a child into the world, with access to the prenatal care and support she needs. Through resources, supplies and community awareness, we help moms and babies thrive — no matter their income.
Jennifer Bush-Lawson experienced complicated pregnancies with each of her three children. She had access to exceptional medical care — and knew other mothers weren't as fortunate. Her desire to change that became the inspiration for this foundation.
Read Jennifer's Story →A board of family, physicians, educators and community leaders — all connected to Arlington, and to Jennifer.
Jennifer's husband, father to their three children, and an entrepreneur who founded JB-LF to carry her vision forward.
Neal is the father to Jennifer's beautiful children, an entrepreneur, and the founder and chair of the Jennifer Bush-Lawson Foundation. A graduate of Randolph-Macon College, he pursued a career in information technology consulting and software development for several global firms, and was the president and co-founder of iDiscovery Solutions, Inc. ("iDS"), an electronic discovery consulting firm based in Washington, DC.
Neal is an avid athlete passionate about maintaining a healthy lifestyle — from his days as a spin instructor to more recently coaching soccer and baseball for his children. That passion brought him and Jennifer together and is strongly instilled in their children's lives.
In addition to his family and career, Neal enjoys cooking and is an avid college basketball fan.
An Arlington mom of three NICU babies, and a marketing leader with a decade of brand, campaign and event experience.
Heather leads JB-LF's day-to-day operations, partnerships and programs across Arlington and Northern Virginia.
She comes to the work as an Arlington mom of three — all of them NICU babies. It's the same experience that first set Jennifer on this path, and it means Heather knows what those early days ask of a family.
Professionally, she brings more than ten years of experience leading marketing teams, managing projects and delivering campaigns that reach the people they're meant to reach. Her background spans branding, event management, storytelling and video production — a combination that fits a foundation whose work depends on both raising awareness and running one of Arlington's largest community events.
Throughout her career, Heather has believed that staying connected to the community is what makes the work land. That instinct now goes toward building the local partnerships that help JB-LF reach more mothers who need care.
JB-LF's former Executive Director, who brings a career in health nonprofit leadership and a personal commitment to maternal and infant health.
Kelly served as JB-LF's Executive Director, leading operations and strategy and overseeing the programs that expand access to maternal and infant care in Arlington and Northern Virginia. She continues that work as a member of the board.
Her background is in health-focused nonprofit leadership, including her role as Senior Director of Membership Services at the National Health Council, a coalition of patient advocacy organizations.
Kelly is also a founding member of the Virginia chapter of the Star Legacy Foundation, which supports families affected by stillbirth and works to reduce pregnancy loss.
Board-certified OB/GYN who volunteers at the Arlington Free Clinic.
Colleen is a board-certified OB/GYN who completed her undergraduate studies at Georgetown and then earned a Master of Public Health from The Johns Hopkins University. She completed medical school and residency at The George Washington University.
Her special interests include obstetrics, menopause, adolescent gynecology and minimally invasive GYN surgery. In her free time she volunteers at the Arlington Free Clinic.
You will likely find her on the sidelines of her sons' baseball games. She also enjoys traveling, cooking, golf and reading.
Jennifer's father, a retired procurement executive with more than four decades of experience.
Bruce is Jennifer's father, has been married to Jennifer's mother Fran for over 50 years, and is a member of the JB-LF board. Bruce and Fran reside in Center Valley, PA, where Jennifer was raised.
He is retired from Howmet Aluminum Castings and Bethlehem Steel Corporation, both located in Bethlehem, PA. Bruce's professional strengths include problem solving, decision-making and management. Before retiring, he was recognized by peers and colleagues for extensive knowledge in all areas of procurement, with more than 42 years of experience. He also received a Professional Lifetime Certification, "Accredited Purchasing Practitioner," from the National Association of Purchasing Management Organization.
In 2023 he received a Proclamation from the Upper Saucon Township Board of Supervisors recognizing over 30 years of distinguished service as a member of the Board of Directors of the Upper Saucon Township Municipal Authority and the Upper Saucon Sewage Treatment Authority.
Bruce is a graduate of McCann's School of Business in Reading, PA, where he received a degree in accounting-finance and business administration. He also received an Honorable Discharge from the US Army Military Police Corps.
In his free time he enjoys watching sports — especially his grandchildren's baseball and other activities — reading and working in the yard.
Preschool teacher, longtime volunteer, and race director of the annual 5K & Family Fun Day.
Elizabeth, a preschool teacher at Westover Baptist in Arlington, VA, has volunteered with the Jennifer Bush-Lawson Foundation since its launch, dedicating her time to serve as co-chair and race director of the annual 5K & Family Fun Day.
Her role as a board member allows her to become even more involved in the foundation's activities in the community.
Government relations executive and Arlington resident focused on women's and children's initiatives.
Jennifer is Head of Government Relations for AE Industrial Partners, directing government affairs across its entire portfolio of aerospace, national security and industrial companies.
She has extensive policy and political experience and has held senior leadership positions in both the public and private sectors, including the Link Consulting Group, the Boeing Company and the US Senate.
Jennifer lives in Arlington, VA with her husband and three kids and is passionate about advancing women's and children's initiatives.
Whether you're a mom who needs support, a provider or partner organization, or someone who wants to help — reach out and we'll get back to you.
Jennifer Bush-Lawson Foundation
1069 West Broad St. #242
Falls Church, VA 22046
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