Jackson's Pay It Forward Foundation

09/09/2026

08/30/2026

🎉 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 🎉

We are officially 5 MONTHS AWAY from the next Jackson’s Pay It Forward Foundation (JPIFF) Benefit Auction! 💙✨

January may feel a little ways away, but we’re already working behind the scenes to make this our BIGGEST and most impactful auction yet! 🙌

🎟️ TICKETS GO ON SALE CYBER MONDAY!
📅 November 30
💲 $65 per ticket

Every proceed raised goes directly toward providing financial relief, hope, and support to local families with children facing critical illnesses or injuries. 💙

And we need YOU to help make it happen! 🫶

✨ HERE’S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED: ✨

🎁 DONATE AN ITEM
Have a unique experience, vacation rental, high-quality product, handmade item, or something special others would love to bid on? We’re officially building our 2027 bid book!

🤝 BECOME A SPONSOR
Showcase your business while supporting local families. We have fantastic sponsorship opportunities available!

📣 SPREAD THE WORD
Save the date, share this post, tag your friends, and start gathering your auction crew!

🌟 Together, we can turn generosity into hope and make a real difference in the lives of local families.

📅 SAVE THE DATE — JANUARY 30, 2027!
🎟️ Tickets: $65 each | On sale Cyber Monday, 11/30

📩 Interested in donating or becoming a sponsor? Message us directly at [email protected].

08/26/2026

🎉 Just 2 days away! 🎉

The countdown is on! In just 2 days, we’ll be celebrating 20 incredible years of Jackson’s Pay It Forward Foundation, and we hope you’ll join us!

📅 Thursday, August 27
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Hereth Park | Lewiston

Whether you’ve volunteered, donated, attended an event, or simply supported our mission, this celebration is for YOU.

08/21/2026

Please welcome, Tanner Dickeson!

Tanner was born and raised in the Valley, where he lives today with his wife, Lakia, and their three daughters, Rheya, Evangeline, and Delilah. The family enjoys traveling and spending time throughout the Pacific Northwest. Tanner is currently completing his master’s degree at the University of Idaho and is a veteran of the United States Air Force. He also owns and operates Bob’s Garage Doors, a third-generation family-owned business.

Tanner was a childhood friend of Jackson’s, meeting in preschool and remaining close through sports, church activities, and the many years that followed. His connection to the foundation began in its earliest stages, and he has been there from the beginning—helping get the falls up and running, cleaning up and working at the Auction, and delivering baskets alongside his mother and fellow board member, Jennifer.

Tanner’s commitment to Jackson’s legacy has been a constant throughout his life. He has worn a JPIFF camo bracelet every day since he was 13 years old, even having backups shipped to him while overseas so he would never be without one.
Tanner is honored and excited to join the JPIFF board as Treasurer. He looks forward to giving back to local families and the community while helping carry forward the values, friendship, and legacy that Jackson stood for.

08/17/2026

🎉 Only 10 days until we celebrate 20 years of paying it forward! 💙

For the past 20 years, Jackson’s Pay It Forward Foundation has been blessed by an incredible community that has helped us bring hope, smiles, and support to so many children and families. We can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with all of you!

📅 Thursday, August 27
📍 Hereth Park | Lewiston
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM

Join us for:
🍦 FREE ice cream treats from our friends at Green Machine Ice Cream
🎉 Family fun
✨ The unveiling of our special 20th Anniversary logo
❤️ A celebration of two decades of kindness, generosity, and community.

Whether you’ve supported us from the beginning or are just getting to know our mission, we’d love for you to celebrate with us. Invite your family, bring a friend, and help us make this anniversary one to remember!

08/12/2026

We are excited to introduce another incredible JPIFF Board Member, Wyatt Baldwin!

Wyatt was born and raised in the LC Valley and now works as a Financial Advisor with Stifel Investments.

He has been involved with Jackson’s Pay It Forward Foundation since its very beginning. For those who may not know, Jackson was Wyatt’s brother, making the Foundation deeply personal and especially meaningful to him.Over the years, Wyatt has dedicated countless hours to supporting the Foundation and volunteering at the Falls. His passion for giving back and honoring Jackson’s legacy has helped shape the Foundation into what it is today.

The Foundation has become a true family commitment. His wife, Chelsey, plays a significant role in its success, and their two sons, Ryker and Nash, are already learning the importance of service by spending time helping with Foundation events and activities.

08/04/2026

🎉 20 YEARS OF PAYING IT FORWARD! 🎉

Join us as we celebrate this special milestone!

📅 Thursday, August 27
📍 Hereth Park | Lewiston
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM

🍦 FREE ice cream treats courtesy of our amazing friends at Green Machine Ice Cream!

✨ Be among the first to see the unveiling of our 20th Anniversary logo and help us celebrate two decades of kindness, generosity, and community.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come celebrate with us. We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

07/23/2026

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Kelly Hall, Lori Mai, and Greg Kalbfleish for their many years of dedicated sesrvice on our Board of Directors. Your time, leadership, and unwavering commitment have made a lasting impact on our organization and the community we serve. We appreciate your dedication, generosity, and the difference you have made over the years!

We're excited to introduce one of our incredible JPIFF Board Members, Tileena Johnson!

Tileena Johnson is a mother of three (Adison, Layla, and Sawyer), and married to Aric. A proud Lapwai native, she now calls Lewiston home, where her family's busy schedule revolves around supporting their children's athletic pursuits and raising 4H pigs. Tileena works in the petroleum industry, selling bulk fuel throughout the Pacific Northwest for Coleman Oil.

In 2020, Tileena and her family were honored to be recipients of a JPIFF basket during a difficult time. That experience left a lasting impact and inspired her to become more involved with the organization. Today, she is proud to serve on the board, helping ensure other families receive the same compassion and support her own family once experienced.

Today, Tileena proudly serves on the JPIFF Board, helping ensure other families receive the same love, support, and encouragement that meant so much to her own.

07/13/2026

✨ Summer Children's Matinee Series 2026 ✨

​Enjoy a magical movie experience every Monday-Wednesday, with showtimes starting at 11:30! There is a sensory-friendly auditorium designated for every CMS Showing for a more inclusive viewing experience!

Tickets are just $1.00 for both kids and parents! Plus, you can grab a special matinee combo—a child-size popcorn and a 12 oz soda—for only $3.50 throughout the series.

A huge thank you to our amazing partners, Village Cinemas, for helping us bring this event to our community!

​Take a look at what's coming to Village Cinemas! Which one is your family most excited to see?

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07/10/2026

We are incredibly honored to share a few of the heartfelt thank-you messages we’ve received from the families you’ve impacted. These words are a reminder that your support is so much more than financial assistance—it provides hope, comfort, encouragement, and peace during challenging times.

Because of you, children are receiving life-saving medical care, parents can focus on their child’s healing instead of financial stress.