2025 Jay’s Juniors
Meet our families of 2025
In 2025, Jay’s Juniors is once again preparing for one of our favorite traditions — bringing a little Disney magic to some very special kids and their families. As we get ready for this year’s trip, we’ll be sharing the stories of our new Juniors right here, adding a new nominee each week leading up to the journey.
Each family has their own story, filled with courage, love, and hope — and we’re honored to welcome them into the Jay’s Juniors family. The anticipation is building, the excitement is growing, and we can’t wait to see the smiles and moments of pure joy that Disney always brings.
None of this would be possible without the support of our sponsors, volunteers, and community. Thank you for helping us continue this tradition of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. The best moments are still ahead — and we’re excited to share every bit of it with you.
Meet Janelle! Meet Janelle or as her family calls her, Ellie! She has a rare genetic condition called leukodystrophy-Aicardi-Goutieres trex 1 syndrome. She is one and 400 in the world and roughly 1 and 6 in the state of Michigan. Her condition doesn’t stop her from doing the things loves.She is [...]
Meet Griffin! Every day he reminds his family what true joy looks like. At just six years old, he's already taught them more about love, courage, and kindness than they ever thought possible. Even with the challenges he's faced with cerebral palsy, he meets the world with open arms [...]
Meet Evan! He turns 13 on December 6th! He’s a huge Detroit sports fan—especially the Lions and his favorite player, Aidan Hutchinson. Whether he’s playing Fortnite or Madden on his Xbox, building Legos, or out front tossing the football or playing baseball with his brother and cousins, Evan always brings the energy and [...]
Meet Kaden! He's an amazing 9-year-old who was born with congenital deformities and EEC syndrome but he has adapted to his everyday life. He has prosthetics but would rather crawl around because that's how he moves best. We can't wait to take Kaden and his family to Disney World with the help of [...]
Meet Zoey! She is a true warrior. For years, she was sick and went through countless tests with no answers, yet she never lost her spirit. Eventually, she was diagnosed with a brain tumor and has since endured two major brain surgeries to remove parts of the tumor and completed two [...]
Meet August! He loves watching Ms. Rachel and the Laurie Berkner Band sing alongs! He enjoys swinging on specialty swings, going down slides with mom, watching brother play (and trying to knock his towers down, haha), napping outside and going for long walks in the woods. Trips to the zoo and [...]
Meet Lincoln! He's an energetic, loving, silly little boy. He loves Mickey Mouse, Paw Patrol and digging in the dirt. His big sister is his favorite person in the whole entire world. He tries to do everything she does. He is super smart and loves learning new things. He is a very [...]
Meet Sophie! She was born with Bilateral Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency, but when she was born, the doctors didn't know what was wrong. Her condition affects her hips and legs—her right hip is basically absent — and it causes her legs to grow unevenly. She’s also missing parts of [...]
Meet Emma! She's 8-years-old and in the 3rd grade. Emma and her twin sister Ella were born 10 weeks premature due to complications from a condition called twin to twin transfusion syndrome. The girls stayed in the NICU at Mott for 42 days, but were tiny fighters and made it home before their [...]
Meet Jeremiah! He's two-years-old and a little rockstar! Born with multiple complex congenital heart defects, he has faced more challenges than mostpeople do in a lifetime, yet he continues to shine with joy,strength, and laughter every single day. Jeremiah loves Mickey Mouse, Bluey, Toy Story, and Cars, and he never misses a chance [...]
Jay’s Juniors Mission
Bringing Hope & Magic to Brave Young Souls
The mission of Jay’s Juniors is to bring hope, joy, and magical moments to children battling severe health conditions. Through various activities and special trips, the program aims to create unforgettable experiences that light up the lives of these brave young souls.
By partnering with generous sponsors and dedicated volunteers, Jay’s Juniors is able to organize events that cater to the needs and desires of these children. Whether it’s a trip to a theme park, a special meet-and-greet with their favorite celebrities, or other unique experiences, the program ensures that each child feels special and celebrated.
