As we kick-off our second full school year at Jane’s Fund, we were surprised to discover some of the challenges children face in some of the under-resourced schools we serve.

Remarkable 19-year-old DJ, diagnosed with medulloblastoma just over a year ago, can no longer care for himself.

This summer was unforgettable for 55 youth (ages 8-13) who attended a week-long sleep away camp, offering a safe environment to grow, learn, and create lifelong memories.

Sometimes a text can share news you wished you never received. But sometimes, a text can be a message that changes your day (week, month, life!) for the better!

At Jane's Fund we know that kids who play sports are proven to be leaders, struggle less with mental illness, and are more likely to graduate from high school.

16-year-old Antione and his family thought life was busy with work and school until he was diagnosed with a high grade brain glioma without a cure.

Before Jane's Fund existed, the Harrells were fortunate to have the opportunity to meet with the leadership team at West Charlotte High School.

Play Like Jane is a weekly lacrosse enrichment, funded by Jane's Fund and run through the Greater Enrichment Program (GEP) at Merry Oaks International Academy.

After two years of chemo, bone marrow transplants, and other invasive treatments, Jose enrolled in a drug trial, hoping to buy more time.

For five years, Luke endured treatment, relapses and progressions until heaven became his miracle when he passed away at 17 years old.

Nicole Matthews has been an educator for 20 years. She currently teaches the 3rd grade at Sugar Creek Charter School and is beloved by the entire community.

15-year-old Cooper has been fighting a cancerous tumor in his abdomen since November 2022. He's completed 8 cycles of chemotherapy and is now on cycle 4 of his second round.

Leon was diagnosed with a soft tissue sarcoma in his head and neck at the age of 18. He underwent chemotherapy and radiation, but ultimately the disease progressed despite treatment.

Precious 5-year-old Harper battled cancer for 3.5 years (most of her much-too-short life).

The first graders at Oakhurst STEAM Academy are studying characteristics of birds and how to care for them in their literacy class, and the needs of plants and animals in their science class.

Though this story is hard to read, it is one very much worth telling. We have waited several months to share it with you and hope you'll find a quiet moment to take it in.

This year, Jane's Fund will donate over 1,000 brand new laptops DIRECTLY to CMS high school graduates so they can launch into secondary education prepared for success. 

You may remember our partner Sport Mode One. Jane's Fund proudly sponsors summer camps and year-long basketball clinics through SMO, helping bridge communities through sports.

After her diagnosis with brain cancer, Jill chose to continue with her plans to move to Charlotte and attend Belmont Abbey for college.

Sterling Elementary School serves almost 700 students, grades PreK-5, with a majority of students identifying English as their second language.