Redefining Black Motherhood: How Jaycina Almond Is Building Support Systems For Single Mothers

In the US, we live in a society where motherhood is heavily stigmatized. 28% of single mothers live in poverty, with Black mothers being disproportionately impacted. Jaycina Almond is actively working to change this narrative. As the founder of The Tender Foundation, she provided critical resources and financial support to single mothers in Atlanta. Her work directly addresses some economic pain points single mothers in the Atlanta area face with programs such as bill pay assistance with rent, utilities, and childcare costs; grocery store gift cards, and a diaper bank that provides free diapers, wipes, and formula. In recognition of her impact, Almond was recently named an adidas Honoring Black Excellence (HBE) 2025 Honoree, with the brand debuting a short-form film this Women's History Month exploring her journey.Almond’s efforts are particularly timely, as single mothers in the U.S. continue to face systemic barriers, including poverty rates and limited parental leave. Even our lawma...