Jay’s Juniors

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Celebrate our 10th year by supporting our life-changing trips for brave children.

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Who We Are

Meet Jay Tower’s in The Morning

Jay’s Juniors is a compassionate initiative founded by radio personality Jay Towers, dedicated to bringing joy and relief to children facing chronic and terminal illnesses. The program focuses on creating magical experiences and lasting memories for these brave children and their families.

Our Families

The heart of Jay’s Juniors lies in the incredible kids and families we’ve had the honor to support over the years. Each family’s journey is a testament to strength, resilience, and the power of joy. On this page, we celebrate their stories and the unforgettable moments we’ve shared. From magical trips to special events, these experiences have created cherished memories for both the families and our team. We invite you to explore the stories of our past kids and families, reflecting on the impact Jay’s Juniors has made and the joy we’ve brought to so many lives.

  • Xena

    Meet Xena! She was admitted to DMC CHILDRENS hospital when she was 3 months old and remained there until 9-months-old. She was on a ventilator, another stronger machine and the ECMO support. She was pulled of ECMO when she was 5-months-old after being on it for 11 days. She [...]

  • Meadow (AKA Lynn)

    Meet Meadow! Her friends call her Lynn! She spends her free time listen to music or working on her digital media class. She started loving photography when she was young and it's grown since. She plans on continuing her media career through music and videography. She spends her time [...]

  • Ruby

    Meet Ruby! Ruby "Sparkle" is in 2nd grade. Her favorite place to be is at school! She is a friend to all and really just enjoys spending her days with friends and teachers. She is the adored youngest of 6 and she loves to spend time with them all. Her favorite pastime is [...]

  • Chance

    Meet Chance! He's a fun-loving kid who loves animals, especially cats. He also loves to game, whether it's Valorant or Roblox. He keeps his grades up in school and lives comfortably in sweatpants! We're so excited to take his family to Disney World with the help of Jersey Mikes, [...]

  • Adalyn

    Meet Adalyn! In 2016, she was born a micro-preemie at 25 weeks with her identical twin sister Brinley. The girls needed a lot of support at birth, especially in the respiratory department. Adalyn had a grade 4 brain bleed at birth, fought infections, & underwent heart surgery. Both our girls had a very challenging start in this world, and [...]

  • Jacob

    Meet Jacob! He was born with Down Syndrome, two heart defects and the unique challenges with Autism, Celiac Disease and Hypothyroidism. He had open-heart surgery at just 3-months-old. The support of his loving family and dedicated therapists has continued to match Jacob's strength and resilience in making tremendous progress in his [...]

  • Ethan & Ella

    Meet Ethan & Ella! Ella is a very kind 10-year-old. She has been dancing since she was 2-years-old! She danced with a special needs dance class for 5 years before branching out to regular dance classes. She now takes lyrical, jazz and ballet and absolutely loves spending time at her dance studio. [...]

  • Cecilia

    Meet Cecilia! She is the strongest little girl and has been able to beat anything that has been thrown her way! Cece was able to ring the bell in May of this year! She was invited to walk in the Relay for Life in Monroe this past spring, where everyone cheered [...]

  • Micah

    Meet Micah! She was born 2-1/2 months early, arriving right before Christmas. From the moment Micah arrived, she was a fighter and determined to defy the odds stacked against her. With a prognosis that Micah would not survive past the first week of life or be able to establish any relationships due to [...]

  • Willow

    Meet Willow! She's an incredible 3-year-old who lights up every room! With a G-tube due to undiagnosed gastrointestinal issues, she has only 13 safe foods, relying on a special formula as her primary source of nutrients. Her biggest fans, especially her three sisters, cheer her on every step of [...]

HIGHLIGHTS

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See the latest highlights from our trips and events.

HIGHLIGHTS

HIGHLIGHTS

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See the latest highlights from our trips ( THIS WILL BE YOUTUBE CLIPS)

Halloween Kills On Halloween: A Night to Remember with James Jude Courtney

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the spine-chilling Halloween Kills event at Emagine Novi! It was a night like no other as we brought the terror and thrill of Halloween right here to Michigan. Jay’s Juniors was thrilled to be part of this memorable Halloween night, featuring an exclusive VIP Meet & Greet with the incredible James Jude Courtney, the actor behind Michael Myers himself.

From the Q&A session with Jay Towers to the special screening of Halloween Kills, the night was packed with unforgettable moments and giveaways, including signed masks and trilogy Blu-rays. The support and energy from all who attended mean the world to us, and the proceeds raised will help us continue making dreams come true for our Jay’s Juniors kids. Take a look at some of the highlights from this unique Halloween experience, and thank you for being part of the fun and frights!

Our Sponsors

We extend our deepest gratitude to our generous sponsors, whose unwavering support makes the magic of Jay’s Juniors possible. Your contributions allow us to bring joy, hope, and unforgettable experiences to children and families facing serious health challenges. Thanks to your commitment and compassion, we can continue our mission of creating cherished memories and making a positive impact in the lives of those who need it most. We are honored to partner with you in this meaningful journey, and we couldn’t do it without you. Thank you for being a vital part of the Jay’s Juniors family.

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Do you know a family with a child facing serious health challenges who could benefit from a magical experience? Nominate them for Jay’s Juniors! Our program is dedicated to providing unforgettable moments and joyful experiences for children battling chronic and terminal illnesses. By nominating a deserving family, you can help us bring smiles, hope, and cherished memories to those who need it most.