Inspired Generosity Award
2023
Just Keep Smiling
Gardendale, Ala.
Just Keep Smiling helps families who have children facing critical or fatal illnesses. They help pay mortgage bills, utility bills, and day-to-day living expenses.
Just Keep Smilling does all of this so parents can concentrate on being with their children through hospital stays, doctor's appointments, and other necessary activities that go with suffering from a debilitating illness.
Most importantly, the nonprofit provides emotional support from those who have lived through similar circumstances.
This organization was founded by three incredible women who had each lost a child - through accident, disease, and congenital defect. Unfortunately, they have first-hand knowledge of the emotional strength and financial resources required to keep one's head above water during such a difficult time.
For other families to receive assistance from someone who has been there and survived is an extra level of validation and understanding.
"Iit just exponentially helps families in ways we'll never know this side of heaven," said Executive Director Jeanne Busby.
Find out more about Just Keep Smiling.