About Us
Our Mission
Abby’s Joy is a foundation created in the memory of Abigail Lynn Bramlett, a child who lived happily, artistically, and adventurously, inspiring everyone she met. Our foundation is designed to help the children affected by DIPG and their families. We do not focus on research and experimental procedures. At Abby’s Joy, our sole mission is to make every moment count, because after all, that is what we will carry with us forever regardless of any outcome.
Coping
To those associated with DIPG, we understand it is difficult to rest without answers. As a caregiver, or even a patient, it is very easy to slip into an attitude of constant research to find a fix. At Abby's Joy, we support each individual's decision on how to navigate this journey. We encourage you, however, to step away from the keyboard and place your focus on the one area that desperately needs you the most. That is your loved one who is living with DIPG. Take care of yourself to best take care of that person and we are here to help in every way we possibly can.
Whether you are a caregiver, friend or patient looking for help, or an individual looking to contribute, please do not hesitate to reach out! The circumstances test your mind, body, and soul, and having experienced it all before, we hope our input will ease your mind.
Contributions
As a nonprofit organization we are funded entirely by the contributions of those who wish to help, and when it comes to assistance, we joyfully accept anything that it is one’s heart to give. At Abby’s Joy, there are many ways to get involved, each differencing in level of commitment with which we want to establish for everyone’s complete understanding. See our definitions below to get a feel for each and every way you can get involved today!
Giving
Donations - A monetary donation of any amount is joyfully accepted by Abby’s Joy, for which we are eternally grateful. These funds directly contribute to events, operations, and applications for assistance from families struggling with a DIPG Diagnosis. If it is in your heart give more, we humbly suggest that you or your organization consider Sponsoring an Abby’s Joy Event or create a recurring Partnership to ensure the fire your ember has ignited burns even brighter!
Partnership - Similar to a one-time monetary donation, Partnership with Abby’s Joy implies that an individual or business commits to giving a set amount to Abby’s Joy on a recurring, monthly basis. As a Partnership Benefit, this would entitle you to your name or your company’s branding on our Partnership Page where we include a backlink to your website or Facebook Page. Having stepped up to the challenge, we wish to reward you for your excellence which can also be displayed on your own digital outreach as a supporter of Abby’s Joy
Sponsorship - Similar to a one-time monetary donation but confined to set parameters, an Abby’s Joy Sponsorship implies an individual or organization supports a particular Abby’s Joy Event. If you would like to Sponsor one of our events, please see the Sponsorship Information Page here to begin the process. Upon the finalization of your Sponsorship, your name or company’s branding will be added to the webpage corresponding with the event, as well as added to all Sponsorship branding and print material at the event. We simply cannot show enough appreciation for our sponsors in the past as well as in the future, and we urge all visitors to see our event pages to check these fantastic businesses and the wonderful people who run them.
Volunteering
At Abby’s Joy we have 2 forms of volunteers, each pertaining to the individuals commitment:
Event Volunteer - In a similar manor to our acceptance of donations, a commitment of time is equally valuable and we happily accept anything you are willing to offer! When it comes to events there is much to do, and as such, we appreciate your commitment whether that is just one hour or the entire length of the event. No singular task will ever ask too much, and there are no shortages of tasks to fill the time. If you are interested in volunteering for one of Abby’s Joy’s events, please see the link below where we will sort out the details in the time preceding the event.
Advocate Volunteer - If Abby’s Joy has touched your heart, and you feel the drive to help, we would love to utilize the assistance and time you have to offer. For individuals looking to help Abby’s Joy on a consistent basis whether one event to the next or all year long, this is the selection for you! To learn more about Abby’s Joy and meet the team, please see the link below for Advocate Volunteer Information and Applications.
Go Gold For September
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. As a fundraiser for Abby’s Joy, we will be giving away golden lightbulbs with every donation over $10. Our goal this year is to paint Wise County gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Click below to find out how to Go Gold.