Unable to walk as her brain tumor grew, Jane was medically transported through the hospital to radiation treatments by a fellow teenager named Johnny. Wheeling Jane’s hospital bed through back hallways and elevators, Johnny shared with Jane that he was insecure about an upcoming interview because of his smile. Jane made sure her new friend had braces on before she died.

• Braces with orthodontic care: $5,500

“Jane’s spirit was always bright. I didn’t know she was dying as she reminded me to wear my rubber bands and shared secrets to getting my braces off quickly. The gift of braces is impossible to describe.” - JOHNNY

Born with several rows of teeth and a misaligned jaw, Austin will never smile without surgery to correct his birth deformities. Help Austin's hard-working mother of 5 provide the portion of surgery not covered by his dental insurance. 

• Oral Reconstruction of Austin's mouth: $2,850

Jane’s Fund volunteers define what it means to Shine Like Jane!

Here a few examples of what they’ve done all over Charlotte:

collected more than 300 new and gently used coats for families in Greater Enrichment Program

dropped off teacher appreciation treats to over 530 staff across five of Jane's Fund partner schools.

collected wish list gifts for 55 students at Ranson Middle School and Thomasboro Elementary- and delivered them along with a $100 bill for each staff member at both schools!

collected 130+ pairs of sneakers and cleats for students in our Play Like Jane lacrosse clinic and other after-school activities

purchase cleats for a student athlete : $40

give a teacher a holiday surprise: $100

purchase coats for the whole 2nd grade: $1,500