Jay’s Juniors

Spread Joy, One Magical Moment at a Time

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

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Who We Are

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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.

  • Ellie

    Meet Ellie! Ellie is a bubbly 7 year old second grade student at Simonds Elementary. Ellie was born with Spina Bifida. She has had to endure many surgeries and medical interventions that have kept her away from school and its socializing for months at a time. Through all her [...]

  • Evan

    Meet Evan! He's 15-years-old and was diagnosed with class 4 medulloblastoma after suffering months of headaches. On January 3rd, all visible signs of the tumor were successfully removed. He then began chemo and radiation. Evan is as selfless as they come. He's always doing things to make others happy. Some [...]

  • Omar & Moises

    Meet Omar & Moises! They are 11 and 9-years-old and have Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. These boys are so sweet and we are so excited to take their family to Disney World with the help of Jersey Mikes, Planet Fitness, Kroger, Masco, Emagine Theatres, Canterbury Village and Angels of Hope! [...]

  • Kinlee, Hailee & Kaiden

    Meet Kinlee, Hailee & Kaiden! Kinlee is 10-years-old and was born a micro preemie. When she was days old, she got an intestinal infection which required emergency surgery and now she is g-tube dependent. She's also legally blind in one eye and has poor vision in the other. Hailee [...]

  • Seamus

    Meet Seamus! He's 3-years-old and was born with a congenital heart defect called Tetralogy of Fallot. He also has hypoparathyroidism, so his body cannot absorb calcium. Through all of the complications he's had to endure, he's the most playful, loving, sweet and smart boy. His parents say 'he is [...]

  • Jacob

    Meet Jacob! He's 15-years-old and has Down Syndrome. In July, he went to the hospital for what they thought was a stomach bug. He was septic and went into cardiac arrest and doctors were finally able to revive him after 23 minutes. Doctors couldn't believe he survived, but his [...]

  • Jackson

    Meet Jackson! He's 3-years-old and has Cerebral Palsy. He was born at 24 weeks and has been a fighter since day one. Jackson started school this year and LOVES it! He's such a sweet, happy boy who loves being tickled and hearing funny noises. We are so excited to [...]

  • Lena

    Meet Lena! She's 7-years old and was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia when she was 18-months. She endured several rounds of chemo, surgery and spinal taps. Lena just celebrated being cancer free for 5 years! While that's the best news ever, she still has to be monitored by several [...]

  • Maritza

    Meet Maritza! She's 7-years old and was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia when she was 18-months. She endured several rounds of chemo, surgery and spinal taps. Lena just celebrated being cancer free for 5 years! While that's the best news ever, she still has to be monitored by several [...]

  • Skyler

    Meet Skyler! He's 14-years-old and was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. He's had several open heart surgeries and had a heart attack when he was 10-years-old. His road to recovery has been nothing short of difficult but he's so resilient. Skyler is the best and loves playing video [...]

HIGHLIGHTS

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HIGHLIGHTS

HIGHLIGHTS

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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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Nominate or Submit Your Child

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.