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.

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  • Adalynn

    Meet Adalynn! Meet Adalynn who is 10-years-old! She is known for her contagious smile and spreads joy everywhere she goes! She was diagnosed with quadriplegic, spastic, cerebral palsy around 10-months-old. She enjoys cheerleading with her CL Spirit, Cheerabilities team. She also LOVES the bus, going to school and shopping. [...]

  • Silas

    Meet Silas! He's 3-years-old and has always been a very happy and positive individual. He maintained his attitude even when he was sick everyday and didn’t have much energy. He continued to be himself after his Leukemia diagnosis (April 10th 2021), and through all the poking and surgeries with [...]

  • Mihail

    Meet Mihail! He goes by Mike and has had a rough few years. He's autistic and was bullied so badly in school that he ended up in the hospital. On top of that, he lost his beloved grandparents and not long after his dad in a horrible car accident. [...]

  • Andrew

    Meet Evan! He is 5 years old, and has a mutation of his GRIN1 gene. Unfortunately, this gene affects the receptors in his brain that are responsible for memory and learning, and the mutation has caused a lot of health issues and 24-hour care. He has multiple seizures every day [...]

  • Courage

    Meet Courage! She's 7-years-old and so full of love and hope that it's contagious. She has 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Courage likes to paint, dance and sing. She can't wait to get to school just to see who else she can help and what she can learn. When [...]

  • Juliana

    Meet Juliana! At the beginning of April, while on vacation, Juliana started having some pain in her left arm. After a couple of trips to the hospital, her parents received the worst call of their entire lives. Juliana was diagnosed with B Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Juliana’s strength and [...]

  • Jackson

    Meet Jackson! He's 13-years-old and was diagnosed with Sickle Cell Anemia at one week old. From six months to 10 years old, he had to get blood transfusions once every two to three weeks. That caused him to have iron overload which brought on more issues. Jackson underwent a [...]

  • Ajene

    Meet Ajene! She's 15-years-old and sustained a spinal cord injury from a gun shot wound a few months ago. She leans on her two brothers and sister for support since this tragedy and is grateful for their bond. Life has changed so drastically and she misses dancing and doing [...]

  • Sarah

    Meet Sarah! She is everybody's best friend and a walking, talking bundle of love, joy and energy. She loves superheroes, Star Wars, and LOVES princesses. She never stops trying to make everyone smile. When she was 2 and diagnosed with Kawasaki disease, we thought that was tough... Then she developed [...]

  • Tiffany

    Meet Tiffany! She was born with multiple complex congenital heart defects. Only half of her heart was functioning and the great vessels were in the wrong places so her blood flow did not allow oxygen to get to her organs. Her team of cardiac superheroes performed three open heart surgeries over [...]

  • Tessa

    Meet Tessa! She's a friendly, outgoing and energetic 10 year-old girl who happens to have Down syndrome. In addition to Down syndrome, Tessa also lives with autism and apraxia, which means more effort is required for her to communicate. Tessa spends her weekdays attending school in a blend of classes with other [...]

  • Marcel

    Meet Marcel! He's five-years-old and was diagnosed last year with stage 4 neuroblastoma. He had surgery to remove a tumor off of his spinal cord and a few months later went back into surgery through the stomach to try to get the rest of the cancer. Marcel has had [...]

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.