The Carter Legacy Continues: Where Are Jimmy Carter’s Four Children Today?
As of late 2025, the four children of former President Jimmy Carter and the late First Lady Rosalynn Carter—Jack, Chip, Jeff, and Amy—have fully taken the reins in preserving and expanding their parents' monumental humanitarian and political legacy. Following the passing of both the former First Lady in 2023 and the former President in late December 2024, the focus has shifted to the next generation, who continue to champion global peace, health, and social justice through their own careers and dedicated work with The Carter Center.
The Carter children have each forged their own unique paths, yet they remain united in their commitment to the family's core values of service and humility. From working on the board of a major humanitarian organization to advocating for human rights and engaging in political life, their current activities demonstrate a powerful continuation of the Carter name's global impact, ensuring their parents’ decades of work will endure for generations to come. This deep dive reveals the latest on where the four Carter children are today and the specific work they are doing.
Jimmy Carter's Children: A Complete Biographical Profile (2025 Update)
The former President and First Lady raised three sons and one daughter, all of whom have maintained a life of public service, political involvement, or entrepreneurial spirit. Their current lives are largely centered around the Atlanta, Georgia, area and their involvement with The Carter Center.
- John William "Jack" Carter
- Born: July 3, 1947, in Portsmouth, Virginia.
- Age: 78 (as of 2025).
- Current Role: Businessman, environmentalist, and former politician. He has been involved in law and business, including the grain industry and efforts in the insurance sector.
- James Earl "Chip" Carter III
- Born: April 12, 1950, in Honolulu, Hawaii.
- Age: 75 (as of 2025).
- Current Role: Grandfather and prominent figure in the family's humanitarian work, particularly with Habitat for Humanity. He was the family member who announced his father's passing in late 2024.
- Donnel Jeffrey "Jeff" Carter
- Born: August 18, 1952, in New London, Connecticut.
- Age: 73 (as of 2025).
- Current Role: Co-founder of Computer Mapping Consultants and Chairman of The Carter Center's board of trustees. He is also quietly battling Parkinson's Disease.
- Amy Lynn Carter
- Born: October 19, 1967, in Plains, Georgia.
- Age: 57 (as of 2025).
- Current Role: Director of Community Engagement at the Gates Foundation in Seattle, focusing on equitable community support. She is a passionate human rights advocate and maintains a private life in the Atlanta area.
The Four Children’s Current Humanitarian and Professional Endeavors
The Carter children have successfully transitioned from being the children of a President to becoming influential figures in their own right, with their professional and charitable work often intertwining with the values instilled by their parents. Their current work demonstrates a commitment to causes ranging from public health to social justice and corporate responsibility.
Amy Carter: From White House Child to Global Advocate
Amy Carter, who spent her formative years in the White House, has dedicated her adult life to human rights and education, maintaining a respected but intensely private legacy. She is currently the Director of Community Engagement at the Gates Foundation, where she works to support an equitable and thriving Seattle region. This role involves significant effort in community outreach and philanthropic strategy, aligning perfectly with her long-standing passion for social justice and equality.
Amy, now 57, lives in the Atlanta area with her family, including her husband, John Joseph “Jay” Kelly, and their two sons, Hugo and Errol. Her work is a quiet but powerful continuation of her father's humanitarian ethos, focusing on tangible, local impact while drawing from the resources of a global foundation.
Jeff Carter’s Leadership at The Carter Center and Health Battle
Donnel Jeffrey "Jeff" Carter has taken on a significant leadership role in the family's primary organization, The Carter Center. He currently serves as the chairman of the Center's board of trustees, a position that places him at the forefront of the organization's mission to wage peace, fight disease, and build hope globally.
Professionally, Jeff co-founded Computer Mapping Consultants, demonstrating a career in technology and business. However, recent updates reveal a personal health challenge: Jeff has been quietly battling Parkinson's Disease for "some time." Despite this, his family confirms he is able to live independently and take care of himself, continuing his important work with the Center while managing his health.
Chip and Jack Carter: Continuing Political and Service-Oriented Careers
James Earl "Chip" Carter III has become one of the most visible faces of the family's commitment to hands-on service, particularly through Habitat for Humanity. He is a steadfast participant and advocate for the annual Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project. After his father’s passing, Chip was a key family spokesperson, reinforcing the family's closeness and its dedication to honoring the former President’s legacy through action.
Chip's life today, as a 75-year-old grandfather, is marked by his proximity to the family home in Plains, Georgia, and his deep involvement in the service organizations his parents cherished.
John William "Jack" Carter is the eldest son and has a long history in both business and politics. He has been described as a businessman, environmentalist, and politician, with past involvement in law, the grain business, and even a run for the U.S. Senate in Nevada. While specific details of his 2025 business ventures are less publicized, his life continues to reflect the diverse interests of his father, from entrepreneurship to political activism, and he is a consistent presence in the broader Carter family's efforts to uphold their public service principles.
The Next Generation: Grandchildren Upholding the Carter Family Legacy
The legacy of service is not only carried by the four children but is also flourishing in the third generation. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter are survived by 11 grandchildren and a growing number of great-grandchildren, totaling 38 family members.
One of the most prominent grandchildren is Jason Carter, Jack Carter's son, who has followed the family path into both politics and humanitarian leadership. Jason is a former Georgia State Senator and was the Democratic nominee for Governor of Georgia in 2014. Critically, he now serves as the Chairman of The Carter Center’s Board of Trustees, working alongside his uncle Jeff.
Jason’s leadership role at The Carter Center is a clear signal that the organization, founded by his grandparents in 1982, is firmly secured for the future. The Carter family's commitment to global health programs, such as the eradication of the Guinea worm disease, and their efforts in election observation and conflict resolution, remain the primary focus of the entire family. The children and grandchildren are ensuring that the humanitarian legacy of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter remains one of the most powerful forces for good in the world today.
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