jason's friends foundation

Imagine a place where childhood cancer fades into the background, replaced by laughter and adventure—Camp Courage is just that spot, opening its doors this August.

Make a difference by participating in the 26th annual Bowl for Jason's Friends event at El MarkO Lanes in Casper.

"We exceeded what we brought in last year," Eades told K2 Radio News. "After a few minor expenses, it looks like we raised OVER $375,000."

Thankful Thursdays, sponsored by Townsquare Media, has returned for the season and they have started out with a bang - raising nearly $9,000 for the Jason's Friends Foundation.

Van Dyken delivered an impassioned, funny and, most of all, inspiring speech to the attendees of the 23rd Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming Awards and Recognition Breakfast on Wednesday morning.

Since its inception in 1996, the Jason's Friends Foundation has raised more than $5 million, according to its founders. It has been a constant source of support, a constant pillar in the community of Casper and now, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming are honoring the Jason's Friends Foundation, specifically its founders - Jason's parents- Rocky and Lisa Eades.