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This year, our nonprofit didn’t just show up, we showed up with purpose and results.

• Empowered 4 classrooms in Hazel Park, equipping students and teachers with critical support and resources that directly enhanced learning environments.
• Delivered 10 Thanksgiving dinner gift cards, ensuring families in need could gather around the table with dignity, warmth, and a full meal during the holidays.
• Supported 4 families during Christmas, helping create moments of joy, stability, and relief during a season that can otherwise bring financial strain.
• Purchased and distributed winter clothing for multiple families, providing essential protection against the cold and reinforcing that our community takes care of its own.
• Stepped in to assist 2 families impacted by cancer, offering meaningful relief during some of life’s most difficult and vulnerable moments.
• And beyond these milestones, we continued to serve quietly and consistently throughout the year — meeting urgent needs, filling critical gaps, and strengthening families across our community.

• Empowering the Next Generation of Skilled Professionals
  • In 2026, we will invest in the future workforce by equipping high school students entering the skilled trades with the tools they need to succeed. By removing financial barriers and placing essential equipment directly into their hands, we are not just giving tools — we are building confidence, independence, and career pathways that can change the trajectory of a young person’s life.
• Strengthening Classrooms, One Book at a Time
  • We will continue to support new teachers by helping them build vibrant classroom libraries. Every book placed on a shelf represents opportunity — an opportunity to inspire imagination, strengthen literacy, and foster a lifelong love of learning. By investing in educators, we invest in every child they teach.
• Serving and Uplifting Our Community
  • Our commitment extends beyond programs — it extends to people. In 2026, we will deepen our outreach efforts to better support community members facing challenges. Through intentional partnerships and direct assistance, we aim to meet real needs with compassion, responsiveness, and action.
• Championing Youth Through Recreation
  • We will sponsor a local youth soccer or baseball team to promote teamwork, discipline, and healthy lifestyles. Supporting youth athletics means more than putting our name on a jersey — it means standing behind young people as they grow in confidence, leadership, and resilience both on and off the field.

Recently, BeLikeJacob received a heartfelt request about a young boy in urgent need of help. This young boy had been removed from his home due to unfortunate circumstances and was placed in the care of a relative. While his caregiver welcomed him with open arms, she is expecting her first child and was facing significant challenges to provide the essentials he needed—school supplies, clothes, and basic necessities.

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we were able to step in and provide school supplies and other resources to help this family through a tough transition.

This story is a powerful reminder of how a little support can make a big difference. Together, we helped a child feel prepared and excited for school, giving him hope and stability during a challenging time. Here’s what the caregiver shared after receiving the assistance:

“Thank you so much for your donation of school supplies. It has helped us tremendously during a difficult time. He was so excited to pack his book bag for school. Thank you again. God bless 🙏🫶🏻”

If you’d like to continue supporting children like this, please consider donating or volunteering with us. Every small act of kindness goes a long way in creating brighter futures. Thank you for being part of this journey of hope and compassion. 💛

Supporting multiple elementary school classrooms with supplies for 2nd, 4th, and 5th graders. Here’s a snapshot of the positive impact your donations are making and a quote from one of the teachers

Captured photo from the BeLikeJacob Weekend Campout, honoring Jacob’s memory and celebrating his spirit.

BeLikeJacob with help from your donations was able to create and deliver Chemo Care Packages for Patients at Henry Ford Hospital in Michigan. Thank you all who continue to support.