The Daniel-Jay Family

Welcome home, Family.

 

We are the descendants of three sisters born in Edgefield County, SC between 1861 and 1872  Savannah Jay (Daniel), Alice Jay (Allen), and Regina Jay (Holt). Their parents were Wesley Mack Jay and Bridget Graham.

Today, our extended family includes over 600 individuals spanning eight generations. We are located all over the country with generations of educators, entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, lawyers, skilled trade and union workers, civil servants, and retired folks. We are faith leaders, community activists, sorors and frat brothers, Tiktokers, and social media influencers! We are we-support-everything-Black as well as the sweet tea and don't try me folks!  You are one of us and we are glad to see you here, Cuz.

 

This website is our virtual homeplace. It is here where we'll connect before the next reunion and stay connected afterward. To get started, please create a profile and then take a few moments to read the early Family History.  You are also encouraged to post a few family photos, add a memorial tribute, and share your favorite reunion memory. You can also connect with us on social media by joining our Facebook group and following us on Instagram - connect with us in as many ways as you want!

 

Speaking of reunions, we hope to see you at the 

2024 DANIEL-JAY FAMILY REUNION

July 19-21 2024

Atlantic Beach, SC

 

 Click here to find registration, housing, and other reunion details.

 

160 Registered!!!!! 
as of 06/05/2024

 

To See Whose Going to Be There

Scroll to the bottom of the Registration Page

 

We are also accepting donations to support the reunion or Charleston Excursion bus fund. Help us charge less & do more. Click here to donate now.

 

Please contact Maurice Daniel (202) 903-3264 or Eileen Gray (770) 833-2677 with reunion or website questions, concerns or to volunteer. Let us know! Many hands make light work. 

Crest of the Daniel-Jay Family
Crest of the Daniel-Jay Family

Are you interested in buying family merchandise?  Click this link to shop the Daniel-Jay Family Store.  A portion of your purchase will go to the family's fundraising efforts.

Daniel Jay Family Store

2024 Daniel-Jay Family Reunion

The Daniel-Jay Reunion will be held from Friday, July 19, 2024 to Sunday, July 21, 2024 in Atlantic Beach, SC. Our reunion theme is Making and Strengthening Family Connections. We’ll meet up at the vacation home of Maurice Daniel and S. Kathryn Allen at 3104 S. Ocean Blvd, Atlantic Beach, SC located directly across the street from the Atlantic Ocean. A huge covered outdoor tent will serve as the reunion hub site with access to indoor conveniences. The Saturday evening celebration will be held in the nearby Community Center.   

 

 

Additional details are coming soon so please check back. 

 

 

Early Arrivals are Welcome. 

 

Wednesday, July 17

 

  • On Your Own

 

Thursday, July 18, 2024 

 

 

 

Friday, July 19, 2024

 

  • Noon check-in under the Tent and pick up your goodie bag
  • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Fun things planned for those at the Tent or get your beach on! Maybe explore the local area
  • 5 pm Welcome Reception - Ice breakers, musical entertainment, refreshments, and fun activities.

 

Saturday, July 20, 2024

 

  • 8 am Family Golf
  • Early Risers Beach Activities
  • Family Fitness
  • Tent Activities 
  • 12 PM Cookout & Fish Fry
  • 5 PM Family Photo on Beach
  • 6 PM Reunion Banquet  with DJ at the Atlantic Beach Community Center

 

Sunday, July 21, 2024

 

  • Coffee with Cousins
  • 9:30 AM Family Meeting 
  • 10: 00 AM Morning Family Praise & Worship: Tribute to our Ancestors
  • Breakfast Buffett, grab & go

 



Date
July 19th, 2024

Time
10:00am EDT

Location
3104 South Ocean Boulevard,
Atlantic Beach, SC, US, 29582