At Westside Future Fund, our work has always been about people — walking alongside neighbors, helping families stay rooted in the community they love, and building a future together. This August, we are grieving the heartbreaking and unexpected loss of one of the people who embodied that mission every day: our colleague and dear friend, Nicole Jones.

Nicole served as the Home on the Westside Program Coordinator, where she supported residents navigating the path to housing stability. For many neighbors, Nicole was the first face they saw and the steady hand guiding them through challenging times. She had a gift for meeting people with compassion, listening deeply, and offering encouragement that made burdens feel a little lighter.

Her impact extended far beyond her role. Within our small, close-knit team, Nicole was family. She filled our office with warmth, laughter, and genuine care for everyone around her. To us, she wasn’t just a teammate — she was a friend whose presence made our work stronger and our community brighter.

Nicole is survived by her mother, father, and four children, who were the center of her world. As we mourn her passing, we also celebrate her life and the legacy she leaves: one of kindness, service, and unwavering commitment to community.

We will miss Nicole deeply. But her example lives on in the work of Westside Future Fund and in the countless lives she touched. Please join us in keeping her family, friends, and all who loved her in your thoughts and prayers.