Hi my name is Amanda and I am fundraising for my chosen sister Jennifer Bates-McKenzie.

The Heart of Our Family

For those who know Jennifer, you know she is a lover of life and a lover of all humans. She is the person who doesn’t pick sides, doesn't hold grudges, and always finds the good in everyone she meets.

As a dedicated mother to Hayley, Dannae, and Kobe, a doting grandmother to Bryson, and a loving wife to her steadfast partner Ian, Jen has spent her life being the rock and the supporter for her family and friends. Now, it is our turn to be the rock for her.

The Battle Ahead

Jen is currently facing the fight of her life against Small Cell Carcinoma in her lung and liver. This diagnosis has changed everything in an instant. While her spirit remains as kind and resilient as ever, the physical and financial toll of this battle is immense.

Our goal is to ease the burden on Jen and Ian so they can focus entirely on her health and their time together.

How Your Support Helps

We are raising funds to ensure Jen can live as comfortably and safely as possible during her treatment. Your donations will go directly toward:

• Home Accessibility: Necessary modifications to her home environment to accommodate her comfort and mobility.

• Daily Expenses: Assisting with the "costs of living" that don’t stop just because health does.

• Medical Support: Helping cover the gaps in expenses associated with her ongoing care.

How You Can Help

1. Donate: No amount is too small. Every dollar is a message of love and a practical help toward Jen’s comfort.

2. Share: Please share this link on Facebook, Instagram, and through text. Spreading the word is just as vital as a donation.

3. Keep Jen in Your Thoughts: Your prayers, positive energy, and words of encouragement mean the world to Ian and the kids.