Mission Statement
Improving the lives of Children and Young Adults.
We will make a difference in the recipients' lives for those challenged physically, emotionally, financially or medically.
We will help people that cannot accomplish a life dream or a goal because of these limitations.
An Evening of Hope
Benefits Make-a-Wish Foundation
SJMF board members present a check donation for $40,000 to Make a Wish Foundation at a reception on November 8, 2008 hosted by Joe and Mary Joseph at their Naperville home.
The donation was from the proceeds of "Evening of Hope" held on September 27.
Lysacek and friends host "An Evening of Hope"
(News feature from icenetwork.com, Sept 29)
Congratulations to Evan on his gold medal win
at the World Figure Skating Championships!
SJMF Scholarship
Honors Stephanie's Memory
The recipient of this scholarship will be awarded funds to pursue academic ambitions with the courage, passion, valor, and strength that Stephanie showed while faced with overwhelming adversity.
For 2009, five (5) scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each will be awarded.
The individual must possess the strong desire to attend college and continue academic pursuits in the face of hardship and adversity. The hardship may be on a personal level or within their immediate family.
Application postmark deadline was May 1, 2009 and applications are currently being reviewed. For details, check the Scholarship page.
Click here to download an application form