Carrying Their Light Forward

The Jackson & Millie Spader Foundation was born from the deepest kind of love — a father’s love for his children.
Jackson (6) and Millie (almost 3) were radiant, joyful souls who filled their home with music, dirt-kitchen adventures, laughter, and love. Though their lives were cut short, their light remains — and through this foundation, we carry that light forward.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: to spread acts of love and kindness, support the mental health of first responders, and create healing spaces for children and families.

Every dollar raised helps us:

Support First Responder Mental Health through programs like St. Louis CISM and BackStoppers.
Build Playgrounds of Healing by partnering with Where Angels Play, bringing joy and remembrance to communities.
Provide Resources for Grief & Healing to families and first responders navigating loss.
Inspire Everyday Kindness — from sponsoring a meal to planting flowers in a local park.

This is more than a foundation — it’s a movement of hope, healing, and heart.
By giving today, you’re helping us carry forward the love and light of Jackson & Millie into the world.

✨ In their honor, with our hearts — thank you for being part of this journey. ✨

The Jackson & Millie Spader Foundation is a Missouri nonprofit corporation with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status pending. Contributions support the Foundation’s mission and may not yet be tax-deductible.