If you know Jen, you know.

You know her laugh before you even see her. You know the volume, the humor, the honesty, the way she makes people feel instantly comfortable. You know how deeply she loves her people, her students, her animals, her family, and pretty much everyone lucky enough to cross her path.

Jen is the kind of person who shows up. Loudly. Generously. Fully.

And now, it’s our turn to show up for her.

Shortly before celebrating her 43rd birthday, Jen was diagnosed with breast cancer. While there are still many unknowns ahead, we do know this: her treatment journey will be long and intense. She will begin aggressive chemotherapy at the end of May, followed by weekly treatments throughout the summer, surgery, and likely radiation afterward.

Through all of this, she is still Jen. Tough. Smart. Funny. A force.

But even the strongest people should not have to carry this kind of weight alone.

As many of you know, Jen and Dennis are raising two amazing kids, Daphne and Jasper, while balancing careers dedicated to caring for others. Between medical expenses, missed work, daily family needs, and the many unexpected costs that come with treatment, we want to help relieve as much pressure as possible so Jen can focus on healing.

If you are able to donate, thank you. Truly. No amount is too small.

And if you cannot donate right now, sharing this page, sending a meal, helping with the kids, checking in, or simply keeping Jen and her family in your thoughts means more than you know.

Jen and Dennis are fortunate to live in a community that shows up for its people.

Let’s show up for Jen.