Past Kids & Families
Meet our past Jay’s Juniors
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.

Meet Eleanor! She is 3-years-old and was born with Down Syndrome and a congenital heart defect. She spent 6 weeks in the NICU and had open heart surgery at 4 weeks old where she won the hearts of everyone on her team. Eleanor is full of energy and is [...]
Meet Antonio! He is 16-years-old and was born at 35 weeks. Shortly after turning two-months-old, he started having seizures. He was in & out of the hospital over 500 times for the first five years of his life. Doctors didn't think he would live very long. Antonio is nonverbal and [...]
Meet Sarabeth & Amelia! Amelia and Sarabeth were born 6 weeks premature as thoracopagus conjoined twins At Mott’s Children Hospital. They spent 100 days their first year of life in ICU; then were sent home with Mom and Dad to grow and wait for their big surgery. They spent their first 14 months [...]
Meet Alivia! Meet Alivia! She's 7-years-old and in the 2nd grade. Alivia was born with Spina Bifida and she has a bunch of the other medical diagnoses that go hand-in -and with her form of SB. Alivia is the happiest and sweetest child. She loves playing the recorder and [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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! [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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.