Jay’s Juniors

Spread Joy, One Magical Moment at a Time

Celebrate our 11th 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.

  • Roland

    Meet Roland! Roland is a 10 year old 5th grader at Yack's Elementary. He has two brothers, Leith, his fraternal twin and Holden, who is 4. Roland loves music, bike riding, roller blading and working with his hands (especially with his Grandpa in the garage). He also loves the [...]

  • Cassidy

    Meet Cassidy! When you first meet Cassidy you will instantly fall in love with her lovable personality. This 8 year old loves to sing & dance & act out her favorite movie (Frozen), when she grows up she wants to be a singer & marry Luke Bryan & Harry [...]

  • Cali and Noah

    Meet Cali and Noah! First...I have to tell you how excited I am.  To have the honor of our family being chosen.  Cali and Noah don't understand vacation and Disney, but once they are there....It will certainly be a magical time for all of us.   Cali just turned [...]

  • Matthew

    Meet Matthew! Matthew is 11 years old, has Leukodystrophy known as vanishing white matter. He uses a wheelchair, he is a homebound student.  Matthew is a heck of a fighter! The strongest, bravest boy we know! He loves Disney movies, sponge bob, Christmas music, his dogs, loves to visit [...]

  • Nicole

    Meet Nicole! Meet Nicole: Nicole is a 16 year-old teenager who was born with hip dysplasia. At one point her hip got to a point of no return and they had to replace it when she was 12 years old. To this day, she has had an additional 5 [...]

  • Rylee

    Meet Rylee! I would like to tell you a little bit about our youngest daughter, Rylee, who was born with Spina Bifida.  Rylee is 7 years old, is in second grade, has a great sense of humor, lots of personality and a little bit of sass!  She doesn't mind [...]

  • Tanae

    Meet Tanae! Ms. Tanae is 14 , she is very active , shes always been in adaptive sports, cheerleading, martial arts, involved in church, and just loves and wants to be with friends and family. She loves going to the mall with a friend she follows and being independant.Tanae [...]

  • Xavier

    Meet Xavier! Xavier is a fun loving 7yr boy. Loves superheroes, Naruto Shippuden, anime, listening to music, playing video games, eating pizza, hotdogs and candy. He loves spending time with his family, especially going to the movie theater and playing with his 2 brothers David 8 and Gabriel 5.  [...]

  • Amanda

    Meet Amanda! Amanda is an amazing 17 year old. She has the biggest, brightest blue eyes. She can light up a room with her beautiful smile. She loves watching people and interacting with everyone she meets. She has the most amazing, happy, personality and is a complete joy to [...]

  • RJ

    Meet RJ! My name is R.J. Kilcher and I am super excited about being a Jay’s Junior and I still cannot believe that I was picked. I am 11 years old, in the sixth grade and I Homeschool. I have Cerebral Palsy and some other stuff. Cerebral Palsy does [...]

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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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.