Lending a hand to local families since 2006
Jack’s Helping Hand assists more than 300 individuals in San Luis Obispo County. We provide programs that meet the unique challenges of children who have cancer, are medically fragile, or have special needs in our community.
What We Do
We assist local children with special needs and cancer
How We Do It
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What Our Clients Say
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In the News
SOLD OUT! Our 19th Annual Auction & BBQ Celebration is officially at capacity. Thank you to our incredible community for the overwhelming support—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! A special thank you to our Premier Sponsors: Noreen Martin-Hulburd and Chris Hulburd Family, Adventist Health Central Coast, and Paso Robles Horse Park
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We hope you got to celebrate the amazing moms in your life this past weekend! 💐
To the incredible mothers in our Jack’s Helping Hand family, your strength, love, and endless care inspire us daily. Thank you for all that you do 💚
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After 19 incredible years, who has more fun than us at Jack’s Helping Hand’s Annual BBQ & Auction?! We can’t wait to show our gratitude to each and every one of you this year on Saturday, June 28!
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This week, during #NationalVolunteerWeek, we express our gratitude to all of our incredible volunteers! Jack’s Helping Hand would not be as successful without their dedication!
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We are seeking volunteers for our Annual Auction and BBQ, scheduled for June 28th at the Santa Margarita Ranch. For more information on volunteering, please get in touch with Riley at [email protected] or call the office at (805) 547-1914
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Every month, we highlight a child so you can learn about the wonderful children we help in our community. Meet Izabella!
Izabella is a resilient 5-year-old who was diagnosed with Gorlin Syndrome-PTCH1, a rare genetic condition. During an ultrasound in utero, doctors discovered a cleft, which was the first indication that she would be born with Gorlin Syndrome. After her birth, a blood test confirmed the diagnosis, and further complications were revealed, including hydrocephalus and a small brain tumor. Since then, Izabella has undergone nearly 10 surgeries, including cleft lip and palate repair, ear tube placement, and strabismus surgery on both eyes. In addition to her physical challenges, she also experiences speech and developmental delays.
Despite all of this, Bella is truly a ray of sunshine. She meets every obstacle with joy and determination, never letting her medical journey dim her spirit. Seeing her face countless procedures, scans, and hospital visits while still radiating love and happiness is nothing short of humbling. She loves to color, play with her baby dolls, explore the world around her, and help others whenever she can.
“Jack’s Helping Hand has been a critical source of support for Izabella and our family, providing gas and food cards as well as hotel stays for appointments at Valley Children’s Hospital and Sansum Clinic. Thanks to your help, our family was able to attend every surgery and medical visit, even during times when money was tight. It ensured that Izabella never missed the care she needed.”
-Martindell Family
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The 2nd Annual Little Riders Go to College event at the Oppenheimer Family Equine Center was a huge success! Thank you to Sarah Stewart for organizing and to the Cal Poly Animal Science and Kinesiology students for giving our riders an unforgettable day of adaptive horse riding and fun activities. #JacksHelpingHand #CalPolyAnimalScience #LittleRidersGoToCollege #CalPolyEquine #AdaptiveEquineTherapy #HorseTherapy #JHH2006
Earlier this month, we celebrated International Women’s Day!
Meet the Jack’s Helping Hand team— this group of strong women is essential to the operations and success of Jack’s Helping Hand.
Leslie Orradre, Executive Director
Noelle Laird, Administrative Assistant and Marketing Coordinator
Jill Gentilly, Assistance Program Coordinator
Bonnie Burt, Equestrian and Imagination Park Coordinator
Leah Nielsen, Financial Associate
Riley Sherlock, Event and Volunteer Coordinator
Gabby Perez, Community Outreach and Program Translator
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Brandee Tronstad and Cynthia Miyahara are exceptional instructors in the Little Swimmers and Water Warriors programs. With remarkable skill and patience, they have helped countless Jack’s Helping Hand children build confidence and develop a love for the water. Their keen ability to recognize each child’s unique behaviors and abilities allows them to tailor their approach, ensuring every child learns water skills in a way that works best for them. We are deeply grateful for their unwavering dedication and the positive impact they continue to make!
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