Student Visionaries of the Year Charlotte
Jade Smith | Team Unite Into the Light
Jade's Student Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser
Thank you for your support of my Student Visionaries of the Year Campaign! Please visit SVOYCharlotte23.givesmart.com to make your donation to my campaign. All you need to do is click on "items" in the upper lefthand corner, then scroll down until you find "Team Unite Into the Light."
2 WEEKS LEFT!
I actually cannot believe how fast this campaign has been and it has really changed my entire life in so many positive ways. I am so honored that I was even considered to be a nominee, let alone selected. I wanted to share many updates of what I have been doing so far... and what I have been involved in for the spreading awareness of my team and our commitment. Please feel free to share this information with your contacts, family and/or friends.
Spectrum News:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-unite-into-the-light-with-jade-amaya/id1491997423?i=1000599331085
In these last few days I want to encourage us all to come together and really strive for more, more with this cause, more with whatever you may be passionate about. Because we all can do something and contribute and impact whatever we really put our time into. And if you would like to support me I would be more than honored to have you, so we can all be part of the now and change in our society.
Your support is impacting your community for those in need!
Happy Friday everyone!
I wanted to share somehting that truly touched me this week, recently I have discovered a very important local cause that has impacted many individuals with a huge need called the Local Financial Assistance Programs that LLS has begun to fund. It really touched my heart this week because this program provides grants so that they can use these finances as assistance wherever they need as they care for their loved ones or themselves. They had $50,000 for North Carolina, and a little less than month, all of the money was completely gone. If that doesn't say something about how there is continuously such a great need for many of our friends, family, people we may even know, I don't know what does.
I think it is so great how you all have supported me, I have constantly read all of the comments and feedback I have received. But this is such a personal, close connection to me as far as location so it really resonated with me and I wanted to share, because it shows how impactful this fundraiser is impacting the lives of individuals in our family, friend groups, even strangers.
If you feel that this really uplifted you or encouraged you to take your donation further, please don't hesistate to share my fundraising link: https://events.lls.org/nc/svoyclt23/jsmith with your friends, family, coworkers, possibly even on your social media platforms.
For a cure, Jade
I can't even describe how much your support means!
We have made great progress towards our goal of raising $70,000 but we still have work to do before the Grand Finale on March 3rd. Speaking on behalf of my entire team, we are so lucky to be surrounded by such amazing people! All of the amazing friends, family members, and supporters your dedication truly means so much to me and so many indidviduals across the world. It is truly so amazing to see how we have all come together to make an impact and difference, together!
Team Unite Into The Light's KICKOFF!
Kickoff has officially began, and we are almost 48 hours since Team Unite Into The Light's campaign begun! And I am more than excited to begin these next seven intense fundrasing weeks, in my efforts alongside my team members to see aganist cancer.
It was such a great way to end of the amazing Kickoff night celebration seeing all the other inspiring candidates and co-candidates and supporting such a great cause that happened to be on my sweet-sixteen!
68 Comments
Cary M. Grant
Jada, thank you for your leadership in undertaking this fundraising activity to raise money and awareness for patients with LLS. Your dedication and initiative as a volunteer is an inspiration to others. Your vision with this fundraiser reminds me of a quote I read by President Theodore Roosevelt - “Believe you can and you are halfway there.” All the best. Cary M. Grant
Sean and Latisha Langston
Keep up the good work for such a worthy cause.
Darryl and Stacey Jackson
For Jade Smith - CLT Student visionaries of the year
John & Tammy Martin
Hello Jade! Great job on promoting a great cause. Good luck to you on reaching your goal!
Bethany Manimbo
Jade - this is a wonderful initiative and we are so proud of you! Love, Bethany and Joe Manimbo
Terri Bolton
Thank you for your efforts in raising awareness and funds for LLS. I participated in their "Hike for Discovery" Fund Raiser a few years ago and was thrilled to take part in an amazing team hiking experience in the Grand Canyon. My niece was diagnosed with leukemia more than 30 years ago and is thriving because of research contributions of LLS.
Dwight & Stacey Morgan/Cre8tive Leap Entertainment Inc.
The Morgan family is proud to support JADE SMITH and Team Unite Into The Light and LLS in the fight against cancer! Kind regards, Dwight and Stacey Morgan
Mike Dunston
Good luck Jade!
Michael Quan
Best of luck with your campaign, Jade. Stay visionary! This is a great cause.
Anonymous
So proud of you, Jade!!! Pray you reach your goals for such a worthy cause.
Syrinda Paige
Happy to support you Jade. Keep doing great things!
James & Whitney Steiner
Many blessings!
Rae George
Dear Marlon & Jade, I am a two time cancer survivor of Breast Cancer from 2003-2009 and Lymphoma from 2019 to 2022. I donated my old Buick to the cancer society. Best regards. Rae George
Carmen blackmon
May God do exceedingly and abundantly above all you can ask think or hope for! Blessing upon your team!
Lori Edes
Let's find a cure for cancer! We got this!
Cary Grant
All the best, Jade. Thanks for sharing your passion and motivation to help improve these patients’ lives.
Jewel Davis
Soror Shirley, Wishing you well. Miss seeing yo. Best wishes to Jade. Soror Jewel
Jacqueline alexander
Expressing my love for all those courageous individuals fighting blood cancers! May God continue to encourage and bless you.
Kathleen McCardel
My best friend, my youngest sister, died at 55 from cancer. I miss her everyday… This is a worthy cause; thank you Jade!
John & Tammy Martin
Good luck Jade! You are doing an awesome job! John & Tammy Martin
Michael Quan
Keep going, Jade! You inspire us.
Khiry Clark
We love you Jade!
Judy King
In honor of Judy King, Multiple Myeloma survivor. Received bone marrow transplant in 2010.
Veronica Williams
Our family is blessed with two courageous women, Shirley, who has fought the battle and won, and Jade, who carries on the baton to win the battle for many. Both of you are my heroes. Love and many blessings.
Kim Famous
Keep up the good fight. You Inspire!!
HELEN O JOHNSON
Jade I am proud of you taking on such a challenging goal. I hope that my small part will bring you closer to your goal. Marlon you are an awesome Dad! Love you both! Octavia
Susan Luchey
Jade- Congratulations on being a change maker and young leader. I have followed your growth an leadership journey since you were a little girl through your Dad's stories, always filled with both pride and challenge. Pride because you are an amazing human and challenge because it seems, from a young age, you have stepped into challenges with courage and poise. I am happy to support this effort in memory of my brother-in-law who passed away from leukemia six years ago, Keep of the good work, Susan Luchey
Robert Lancas
Jade, Congrats! Lead from the front but follow your heart. You are an amazing young lady. Love & Blessing, Mr. Bean
Bernice Feaster, The Scholar Mom Team
I am so very proud of you, Jade. You are Simply The BEST! I have lost two great friends to this disease. Cheryl Hopkins and Daphne Durham both were my best girlfriends. It was my honor to nominate you for Student Visionary of the Year. I knew you would take it to another level. Your Scholar Mom will always be here for you. You will surpass your GOAL! Keep up the Great Work! Mrs. Bernice Feaster
John Green
Thanks for your hard work and dedication, Jade! Keep up the great work!
Beth Domsten
Thanks Jade for all your hard work in bringing awareness and helping raise funds for LLS. I have had loved ones die of a brain stem tumor, leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. I think it is wonderful that LLS is committed to finding a cure. I know from experience that the bills can pile up fast! God bless you for helping to provide hope to the patients and families who are battling blood cancers. Keep up the great work! May the Lord grant you favor, success, and the fulfillment of your goal/vision beyond what you could ask or imagine. Psalm 72:18 - God surpasses every expectation. (TPT) God Bless you! Blessings!! ❤️😊
Louise Robinson
With great love!
Reggie Singleton
Salute to sister Jade Smith and Team for a wonderful cause
JEROME DAVIS
Keep up the great community work QUEEN Jade!
Gregory Russ
My mom was a breast cancer survivor who fought diligently for others battling this disease.
Renny Griffith
Jade, Thank you for bringing light to such an important cause. You father and I are fraternity brothers and good friends. In addition, I just lost my first cousin to lymphoma last year. Good luck meeting your goal! Renny Griffith, M.D. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
Charles & Katherine Rose
A worthy cause to fight for. Great job!
Yolanda Sampson
Way to go Jade Smith and the Team Unite into The Light Team! Thank you very much for working feverishly and diligently to support the fight against cancer. May our LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST continue to bless the work of your hands! GOD bless you! Yolanda Sampson
Tanya Lynn Thomas
Thank You Lord for using these funds for your greater good.!
Cynthia R. Hill, M.D.
I’m happy support such an important organization. Thank you for your work Jade Smith and Team Unite into the Light.
Julie Leonard
Fabulous effort for a very important effort!
Sue Doyle
I lost my niece Taylor at 19...she was a cancer warrior and she changed my life! Thank you for what you're doing! ??
Young and Polite Childrens Dentistry
Congratulations
Anonymous
Blessings to all! Too much cancer! Hope this helps!
Daphne Lampley
I heard about this on Dr. Berry's live event. I admire and congratulate you. We are winning because of people like you!
Marissa Arber
Thank you Dr Berry for sharing Jade and her team. Marlon many blessings for your continued support and lifting your daughter to see the light. Blessings i am a survivor ??
Melissa Justice
I loved hearing you speak with your father and aunt and wish you lots of syccess.
Oris & Geneen Stuart
Jade, Keep up the great work!!
Tides
Jade, I am inspired by your leadership, commitment, and purpose! Your voice is a powerful one in addressing a disease that grossly impacts Black and brown communities. Keep up the great work. Janiece Evans-Page & Tides
Tarek Grantham
Thank you Jade and Team for your efforts to help find a cure for cancer. Cancer affects the lives of many individuals and families, and building support for researchers, medical professionals, and caregivers is awesome. I wish you the best and hope that this early work helps in your pursuit of a medical career. Our future health depends on the medical breakthroughs and advocacy that your generation will lead. With love, Uncle T
Vannie Gregory
Another supporter of Jade Smith really likes what she is doing! Vannie Gregory.
Marcia Phillips
Jade I was so moved by so presentation you did on Dr. Berry's Facebook live I wanted to support your efforts and say congratulations. You will make a phenomenal healthcare provider. Good luck with all your future endeavors.
Kim Norton
Good luck!
Carl & Swanzi Davis
Jade, we are so proud of you for stepping up and making a positive difference. May God continue blessing you and your UNITE INTO THE LIGHT team. Marlon, your father, is a very close friend and he is grateful to be your Dad. Continue uniting into the light. We appreciate you. Carl and Swanzi
Lynn Alexander Brancato
Jade, it is so wonderful to see you involved in the fight against blood cancer. There are so many promising breakthroughs in new therapies, giving hope to so many. Good luck to you and your team! Lynn A. Brancato
Aubrey Champ Fountain
Go Jade. We’re o proud of you. Love Unca Champ.
Andrew Givens
Congratulation Jade on this tremendous initiative to help others!
David C Johnson
Thanks Jade for your commitment to this worth cause!
Mariah Burgess
Jade, your leadership in this endeavor and championing a cause close to your heart is inspiring! I look forward to celebrating you as a Student Visionary!
Martha S Liddell
Great job Jayde! I deeply respect your dedication to helping others. - Dr. Liddell
Holly Horgan
Let’s eradicate blood cancer! Thank you, Jade, for your passion. It was great to “meet you” through Dr. Berry. ❤️
David Poindexter
Wishing you the best Jade. Congratulations on a great campaign and the hard work you're doing to help find a cure. David Poindexter
The Berry's
Good luck Jade with this phenomenal initiative. Much love Chann & Andrea Berry
Doug Bratton
Happy to support this worthwhile cause!
Felice Hightower Britt
Keep up the great and inspiring work you're doing.
Donna Hamilton
Congratulations Jade on your amazing fundraising! Thank you for all your hard work.
Melinda Harris-Peoples
Congratulations to Jade Smith. She is a wonderful young woman with character and humility. Love you, darling.
Brian Bolinger
Jade - I hope this donation isn’t too late. Best to you and your fundraising efforts!!