Lending a hand to local families since 2006

Jack’s Helping Hand assists more than 300 individuals in San Luis Obispo County. We provide programs that meet the unique challenges of children who have cancer, are medically fragile, or have special needs in our community.

What We Do

We assist local children with special needs and cancer

How We Do It

Through financial assistance and programs

How We Can Help You

Apply for assistance

What Our Clients Say

Woodman twins

Meet the Woodman twins! They were born at just 26 weeks. Austin weighed 1 pound 12 ounces at birth and Easton weighed 2 pounds 6 ounces. They spent 131 days at the NICU. Austin underwent three surgeries in Santa Barbara. The twins are now 7 years old and living a happy, healthy life.

Ethan

Meet Ethan! Ethan was in an accident that fractured his spine. Jack’s Helping Hand was able to help his family with the initial medical expenses. Ethan is now a part of our Water Warriors program.

Mercy

Meet Mercy! Mercy was born with half of a heart, a condition called termed Double Inlet Left Ventricle. Mercy has survived three open heart surgeries. Jack’s Helping Hand has been able to help Mercy and her family to meet her medical needs.

Claire

Meet Claire! Claire has a rare type of cancer and has been undergoing three years of treatment. Claire has attended Camp Reach for the Stars, and Jack’s Helping Hand has been so happy to assist her family in every way we can.

Thank you to our local sponsors

In the News

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the thousands of children impacted by this disease. According to the National Cancer Institute, over 14,000 children ages 0 to 19 will be diagnosed with cancer in the US this year. At Jack’s Helping Hand, we are able to support local families as they navigate the challenges of childhood cancer. While the diagnosis is heartbreaking, we are continually inspired by the unwavering love of families, the generosity of our community, and, most of all, the resilience of these brave children 💚



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Meet Nemo, a lovely new pony for our therapeutic riding lessons at the Imagination Park! He is an important addition to our growing herd of lesson horses, and we look forward to lots of fun times ahead with our new friend, Nemo!



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Our mission is to provide community programs that meet the unique challenges of children with cancer, disabilities or special needs. Learn more about our story, and let us know how we can support you in yours 💚
Visit https://www.jackshelpinghand.org/



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Introducing our new Little Riders Instructor— Peggy!
Peggy Bucquoy joined us this past May as an additional instructor for our Little Riders program.
She brings a full package of experience with her degree from Cal Poly in Animal Science, lots of horse management and riding skills, and a teaching credential in Biology!
She and her family (4 children!) live near the Imagination Park Equine Center, and they have all been very helpful and supportive to us. She has even let her new pony, Nemo, move to the Park as our newest lesson horse!
Peggy is working towards her PATH Certification in therapeutic riding instruction, and we look forward to growing and expanding our therapeutic riding program together!



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Jack’s Helping Hand has partnered with For Goodness Cakes Central Coast to bring a smile to Charlee’s face as she bravely battles cancer with Barbie-themed cupcakes! For Goodness Cakes is a nonprofit organization that spreads love and joy to youth overcoming adversity by delivering special birthday baked goods. Thank you for making Charlee’s day extra sweet!



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When a child is diagnosed with a medical condition, families often get hit with a staggering amount of medical jargon, bills, and uncertainty. Jack’s Helping Hand is honored to help families with gas, food, and lodging during these difficult times to ensure children can get to their appointments, families can stay together, and parents can feel more secure. Our Assistance Program is available to any family with a child under 21 with medical needs. Check out our website or call our office for more information!



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