OUR STARS
We are so grateful to our Performers. Check out our local Superstars who joined us at Jake’s Gigantic Give.
We are so grateful to our Performers. Check out our local Superstars who joined us at Jake’s Gigantic Give.
Jacob may not be able to see, but boy does he have vision. We have seen family, friends and community rally together to fight against devastating neurodegenerative illnesses. Over $2 million has been raised to support research, awareness and education in the prevention and treatment of neurodegenerative illnesses. Thousands of children have created hundreds of […]
Check out our incredible video from the last Jake’s Gigantic Give. It’s amazing to watch the kids experience the “gift of giving”! We can’t wait for NOVEMBER 24th and 25TH! Thanks to RioCan we have officially secured a venue – the former Kromer Radio building – 420 Bathurst Street SAVE THE DATE! Tickets go on […]
According to Peter: How did you come to be involved with Jacob’s Ladder? I heard about Jacob’s Ladder from one of my employees. She mentioned what a family focused event the Gigantic Give was, and the wonderful work that they do. I love the idea of kids learning about what it means to be charitable […]
According to Ellen: Faith and Jordan are such a dynamic couple with values that I admire. They have been friends and supporters of Jacob’s Ladder for years. I am always amazed by their philanthropic spirit, their community support of so many causes, their dedication and loyalty. These are special friends to have and these values […]
According to Carlo: How did you come to be involved with Jacob’s Ladder? We were introduced to Jacob’s Ladder by Lisa Borden from Borden Communications. Being such a great cause made it an easy decision (in fact it is an honour). What does your affiliation with Jacob’s Ladder and (Jake’s Gigantic Give specifically) bring to […]
According to Ellen: I can’t even imagine a Jacob’s Ladder event without the Amazing Baldini making us all smile. For 12 years Baldini has been there at every event engaging and entertaining all of our young and young at heart attendees. He’s our magical friend with a magical heart. According to Baldini: How did you […]
According to Ellen: I always looked up to Michael as a child and now admire him as a grown woman. Michael’s rare combination of hilarious quick wit with classic one liners and massive heart make him the unique special person that he is. Right from day one he has been loading our van to the […]
According to Ellen: When our youngest sons, both named Ben were just two years old they bonded as friends and so did Dara and I. The Bens are inseparable! Five years ago, Dara and I were sitting in Jacob’s room as I was contemplating where to send Jacob for camp. Her reaction, ?He’ll go to […]
According to Ellen: “Ellen, I have someone for you to meet!” This came from a friend who had previously met Susan. In just seconds after our first meeting, I knew why my friend wanted me to meet special Susan. Susan’s huge heart has transpired her actions into making such a huge difference in the lives […]