Early Life and Education
Kalen Jackson (née Irsay) was born on July 6, 1987, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She is the youngest daughter of Jim Irsay, the former owner of the Indianapolis Colts. Jackson graduated with honors from Indiana University Bloomington in 2010, earning a bachelor's degree in sports management and marketing.
Rise to Success
Jackson's career with the Indianapolis Colts began in 2010, and she has since risen to become a prominent figure within the organization. She represents a new generation of Colts ownership, working alongside her sisters, Carlie Irsay-Gordon and Casey Foyt. Following Jim Irsay's death in May 2025, Kalen Jackson became the Owner and Chief Brand Officer and President of the Indianapolis Colts Foundation.
Key Business Strategies
Jackson oversees various functions within the Colts organization, including community and philanthropic efforts. She actively engages and connects Colts players, coaches, alumni, staff, and partners with charitable endeavors. This includes coordinating the Irsay family's community and philanthropic initiatives and leading Kicking The Stigma, the team's initiative to raise awareness about mental health disorders.
Philanthropy
Kalen Jackson is deeply involved in philanthropy through her role as President of the Indianapolis Colts Foundation. Her most significant philanthropic endeavor is Kicking The Stigma, a mental health awareness campaign. The initiative, launched in 2020, has committed over $31 million to nonprofits and organizations focused on expanding mental health treatment, research, and awareness in Indiana and beyond. She is also a board member of the United Way of Central Indiana and serves on the national board of Project Healthy Minds.