Jacqueline Fernandez
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & FOUNDER OF BLOOM EMPOWERMENT
Jacqueline Fernandez is the Founder and Executive Director of Bloom Empowerment, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families and advocating for underserved communities, with a strong focus on uplifting and supporting single mothers through its signature initiative, Single Moms Rock.
With more than 20 years of experience in community engagement, Jacqueline has built her career around advocacy, outreach, and creating meaningful connections within the communities she serves. In addition to leading Bloom Empowerment, she currently works in corporate America within the healthcare and patient engagement space, where she continues to bridge gaps in access, education, and support for vulnerable populations.
Jacqueline recently obtained her Human Rights Certification, further strengthening her commitment to advocacy, equity, and community-driven impact. Her work has impacted thousands of families through rental and utility assistance, educational initiatives, community events, and direct support services.
As a single mother raising her son, Wyatt, Jacqueline’s passion for supporting single mothers is deeply personal. She understands the realities, sacrifices, and emotional weight that many single moms carry because she lives it and breathes it every single day. That lived experience fuels her mission to ensure that single mothers are not only supported financially, but also seen, heard, valued, and empowered within their communities.
Through authenticity, compassion, and relentless dedication, Jacqueline continues to use her voice and platform to create lasting change for families across
New Jersey and beyond.
Never Lose "HOPE..."
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Ms. Fernandez advocates for marginalized communities supporting voters' rights and fighting for social justice and gender equality. Ms. Fernandez has been recognized for her passion for establishing relationships in disenfranchised communities, building bridges for underserved populations, and serving as an advocate for those whose voices will never be heard. In 2020, she received the Congressional Certificate of Recognition as the Hometown Hero from Congressman Josh Gottheimer. This award acknowledged her excellence in service and leadership and exemplary commitment to the community and improving the lives of others. Ms. Fernandez is a bright light in every room that she walks in. She embodies displaying compassion and kindness in everything that she does and is relentless in her quest to help transform people's lives positively.
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Community
Our vision at Bloom Empowerment has always been to empower every woman and youth for a better life by providing the necessary support structure needed to attain the next heights of their dreams. And we’re happy to say that so far, we’ve been encouraged by how much we’ve impacted the lives of a lot of people in our community.
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Where We Want To Be
We are hoping to continue to expand our reach, so hopefully, we’ll touch more lives and empower more communities