Jay’s Juniors sending kids with life-altering conditions to Disney

Founded in 2014, Jay’s Juniors is a non-profit program that over the years has provided hundreds of sick children and financially struggling families, with a memorable family vacation during the holiday season.

Each year, metro-Detroit children between the ages of 3-17, who have life-altering or life-threatening conditions, are nominated by family or friends within the community to be part of this all-expense-paid experience of a lifetime.

The large group of Jay’s Juniors children that are selected for the trip, along with their families, all take this entire trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. together.

How to nominate a child

Nominations are being accepted now through Oct. 18, for the 2026 trip taking place Dec. 1-5.  For more information, rules, criteria, and to nominate a child, click here.

Detroit media personality Jay Towers founded Jay’s Juniors with the mission to provide a fun-filled environment for these brave children, and some time away from the harsh realities of doctors’ visits, treatments, and long hospital stays.

It’s a chance for them to experience the pure joy and magic of childhood.

All-inclusive trip

The 5-day, 4-night experience at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, includes airfare, airport parking, hotel rooms at the Disney resorts, park admission tickets and activations, ground transportation, food, spending money, and most importantly happiness and memories for each, and every member of the family.

“One of the greatest gifts we can give these children, and their families, is time together without the weight of everyday worries,” said Towers.

“Watching them make new memories, share laughter, and enjoy experiences they may never have imagined, is the reason why I started Jay’s Juniors.”