Jamie's Joy

05/14/2026

GET YOUR TICKETS at WWW.JamiesJoy.org at the donate now button. *Suggested donation $50 for adults 13 and up, 6-12 $25 and under 5 always free. This helps to offset the cost of the event, so every dollar raised in silent auction goes to the youth, and we mean every dollar, as Jamie’s Joy has always be volunteer run, ensuring all funds raised goes to help kids. * no one is turned away, come as you are and give what you can.

In addition to all the great performances and speakers, with Chuck E. Cheese just added from 3-4 PM WE ARE WORKING ON A HUGE SILENT AUCTION including many of the favs

Restaurants, shopping sprees, theme parks, movies, plays, even an overnight stay at the beach, items of self-care, beauty and pampering, along with home décor and practical needs. There is something for everyone. So, bring your wallet and plan to get great deals while helping our youth.

GET YOUR TICKETS at WWW.JamiesJoy.org at the donate now button. If you’ve been in past years (last held in 2017) you’ll remember the fun, magic, deep and meaningful time we had. If you haven’t been you won’t want to miss this event.

Can’t come, consider a tax-deductible donation (any time), and please add Jamie’s Joy to your regular gifting. To date Jamie’s Joy has raised nearly 90,000 to support youth, and families to thrive here in SD, CA and around the globe! We are proud and our hearts are warmed by the generosity of the community who see Jamie's Spirit of Love * Joy * Peace * Connection * and become part of making his Spirit known around the world, through the support of this small but mighty fund, The Jamie's Joy Fund @ the San Diego Foundation

Our 2026 main recipients, whom will be present so you can meet these wonderful programs, and the kids they serve to make a difference in the lives of these youth.

SD Cheer & Dance www.sandiegoshowallstars.com
City Heights Music School www.cityheightsmusicschool.org,
Artful Mind www.artfulmind.org
Sunshine Baseball www.sunshinelittleleague.com,
with continued annual support for the Save a Child Foundation, Ramana’s Garden, The Compassionate Friends, and other local City Heights community projects where Jamie lived.

A fuller list of presenters and entertainment is on attached flyer.

Get your tickets NOW at www.JamiesJoy.org You donation will be noted at registration day of event, no ticket needed. But if you prefer a ticket, call 619-282-2553 and we can arrange that as well.

Your donation to attend, will more than pay itself back at the silent auction (SA), brimming with fabulous items, from the practical to the decadent, you will find so many great items, and shopping never felt this good, knowing that every dollar raised in the SA goes to support the youth above.

Only 24 days- We can't wait to see you there
June 6, 2026 2-6 PM
3770 Alta Dena Ave 92105

04/13/2026

Jamie's Joy proudly presents our Community Fair and Fundraiser June 6, 2026 at the Unity Center 3770 Alta Dena 92105
Indoor and outdoor venue, great food, lots of fun stuff to do for kids and fun-loving people of all ages. Plus moving, motivating and amazing stories. and all for a great cause Jamie's Joy is raising money for All Star Dance and Cheer, City Heights Music School, Sunshine Little League, and Artful Mind. See below to get your tix or go to www.JamiesJoy.org and hit the give now button to make you tax-deductible contribution and join us in June as we celebrate Jamie's 30th birthday with Love*Joy*Peace* Connection* Call 619-282-2553 or email [email protected] for more info

04/06/2026

This is a poem I wrote this about a year after my sweet son Jamie passed suddenly in a car crash on 4.24.2002, it will be 24 years since I've held my beautiful boy physically but not a day goes by that I don't hold the memory of him, the love we shared, and the deep sense that there is always someone missing. It is a both/and that will remain until I take my last breath and leave my body to reunite in Spirit with all those that left theirs, many too soon, many suddenly and too young, some over time having left a long and full life. I miss them all, but none as much as my sweet boy Jamie.

02/18/2026

Jamie's Joy honors the life and legacy of Jessie Jackson. A true American hero and champion of all of us. Long live the Rainbow Coalition. KEEP HOPE ALIVE!!!!

Rainbow PUSH Coalition founder Jesse Jackson spoke at the 1988 Democratic National Convention in Atlanta after losing the party's nomination to Massachusetts...

01/29/2026

SAVE THE DATE! June 6, 2026, 3 to 7 PM

Jamie's Joy is hosting a fun festival and fund-raising event on June 6th, 2026, at Wrigley Hall and outdoor venue: 3770 Alta Dena Ave 92105. All your favorites, music, kid's (of all ages) activities, music performances and hands on opportunities, great food selections, tasty sweets, a variety non-alcohol beverage. All for the best causes helping kids thrive and honoring Jamie's 30th b-day!!!

This is a sober/ family friendly event, all ages welcome.

Photos below from previous events, this year's flier for both our festival and our Jamie's Way clean up (4/25/26) attached.

01/20/2026

Wishing everyone the kind of peace Martin had in his final days knowing that he would give his life to make this world a better place. He was a true hero, & no one else in our history deserves a day more than him. Using our 1st amendment rights to demand our government lives up to the constitution, with all amendments and the Bill of Rights is the most patriotic thing we can do. So celebrate Martin by standing up to injustice every where. Hopeful MLK day.

11/28/2025

Jamie's Joy wishes everyone a heartwarming Thanksgiving that truly captures the sentiment of gratitude. We at Jamie's Joy are forever grateful for all the ways that you support our mission of supporting all things that bring Love*Joy*Peace*Connection. And for all the ways that Jamie shows us that even through he left his body his presence lives on. We see his heart in the form of sooo many heart shaped objects check out all the ones we've seen just this month

11/06/2025

I went on a walk in the Canyon today with a group of young Azalea Parksters and their parents. I was reminded of all the hikes we did on Cowles mountain, around Chollas Lake and Mission trails. Remembered how you loved nature in a fearless way. Wishing all the while you were there is your 29 y.o. body with your young tots hiking around. The moment was magic, it was tragic it was a whole life time ago and it was in this moment. Missing you then, in the bodies of babies and kids. Missing you even more as an adult son, perhaps with tots of your own. Always left wondering what could have been. Always Missing. You're always missing. Ilove you jamie and I love seeing all the kids of AP out enjoying the beautiful canyon you once roamed.

06/03/2025

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05/27/2025

I know Memorial Day is traditionally thought of as the day to honor service people out in debt and undoubtedly that was the fruit of the holiday created by created by Mother's who are protesting World War 1 hoping that their sons would not have to go and die And later turned into A general memory of all those who have served please work teaching A general memory of all those who have served and while I am truly grateful for all the people that have served not just in the military but in all ways in America and all the jobs that demand sacrifice From social workers to police officers to firemen and school teachers Many professions call for our service but also Memorial Day is more than just about the loss of life and wars some just
some complete uncalled for wars but for those who of us who have lost anybody special to us moral day can be a time to meet remember those loved ones so today on world day weekend the weekend that always commemorates my son who I lost at 5-years-old, It will always be marking both loss The little boy that was 5 years and 11 months old exactly one months shy of his sixth birthday when he passed away and it will be 29 years old this year and I miss both of them I missed the little boy that I didn't get a finished raising and I missed the man that he would be today so I honor all those that have served our country all those who have died for our life I also warn Most deeply for the sun that I didn't get to raise it will never see as an adult.
Memorial Day is traditionally recognized as a day to honor those who have served in the military. Originally, it was established by mothers protesting World War I, hoping their sons would not have to go to war and die. It later became a general remembrance of all who have served. And while I am truly grateful for all the people that have served, I extend that not just in the military but in all ways in jobs, causes, fights, protests, resistance and resources that has demanded sacrifice in order to truly live into our creed that all PEOPLE are created equal and due certain inalienable rights. I believe there are many ways to serve our country and have often recognized that many have sacrificed to build and defend these United States. Many professions that demand sacrifice, such as social workers, police officers, firemen, builders, change agents, politicians, teachers, lawyers and many others that have also sacrificed their lives for the good of the nation and to continue to help us push our democracy to be its best self, and even now when it feels we have so far to go, are tirelessly working.
Memorial Day also serves as a time for individuals to remember loved ones they have lost. On Memorial Day weekend, I commemorated my son’s 29th birth anniversary, as he passed away at the age of five years and 11 months, with friends and family who came out and engaged in manual labor to help clean and beautify his park and release butterflies in his honor and sang him Happy Birthday. And though it never quite fills the hole left in my heart, from missing him for the past 23 years, it does provide the love and comfort I need to make through each day, week, month, year without him. This year marks his 29th birthday years, and 23 years since his passing. So for me Memorial Day will forever be intertwined with that loss. So while reflecting on those who have served our country and died for our lives, I also acknowledge my grief for the loss of my son Jamie. I love you son.

03/27/2025

🎉 Come Celebrate Jamie’s 29th Birthday!!
Jamie’s Way Park Clean-Up and Butterfly Release! 🌿🦋

Join us in beautifying the park with yard work, gardening, kids activities, refreshments, and a special butterfly release at 1:30 PM.

📍Location: Corner of Jamie’s Way & Manzanita Drive - Azalea Park, City Heights 92105

Thank you for supporting Jamie’s joy and helping us spread joy and connection throughout our community and the world. For more info on all Jamie’s Joy activities, visit www.jamiesjoy.org