Jaclyn Maxwell + family
Join the Flock, Inc. recipient
Join the Flock, Inc.
supporting families impacted by cancer
Our mission is to bring hope, comfort, and financial relief to families navigating the difficult journey of cancer.
RM Lathan
Join the Flock, Inc. recipient
Join the Flock, Inc.
together we fight
Our purpose is to bring joy and financial relief to families affected by cancer by covering what is typically their largest monthly expense: housing.
Maggie Reinholtz +
family Join the Flock, Inc. recipient
Join the Flock, Inc.
fly high together
Through compassionate support and community generosity, we strive to offer the light of relief and stability during one of life’s darkest and most challenging times.
nominate a loved one
Jennifer's impact
With your help, we’ve raised
over half a million dollars
and counting to cover monthly housing payments for recipients across the country.
The idea for Join the Flock, Inc. was born from Jennifer’s desire to alleviate the financial burdens that often weigh heavily on families battling cancer. She understood that while medical treatments and emotional support are crucial, the day-to-day expenses–especially something as essential as a housing payment–can become overwhelming for families already stretched thin. Jennifer envisioned a community where people could come together to lift this burden, allowing families to focus on what truly matters: being there for their loved one.
With this vision in mind, in 2018 Jennifer, alongside her husband Mario Lazo and her friends Keeli and Jamie Simpson, founded Join the Flock, Inc., a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We are dedicated to spreading joy and providing financial relief to families in need by gifting monthly mortgage payments through a community-led nomination process. Our community of friends and family rallied together to continue Join the Flock, Inc. after Jennifer’s passing in 2019, ensuring that the power of Jennifer’s empathy and strength lives on.
a heartfelt beginning
Jennifer Edens Lazo’s story is one of compassion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of those facing unimaginable challenges. As someone who witnessed the profound impact of cancer on her own family, Jennifer felt a deep calling to do more than just offer words of comfort–she wanted to create a tangible change.
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Do you know a family battling cancer who could use a helping hand? Nominate them for support from Join the Flock, Inc.! We’re dedicated to easing their financial burden by providing monthly housing payments, so they can focus on what matters most—their loved ones. Your nomination could be a lifeline, offering them the stability and relief they need during this challenging time.
How does a nomination work?
Once a nomination is submitted, it enters our review process. Please keep in mind that we are an 100% volunteer-run organization and receive hundreds of nominations each month. Because of this, it takes time before we can review each submission. We do encourage you to have friends and family enter submissions for the same person, but do request that you only submit once per person. If selected, the nominator will be contacted by a volunteer. If your nomination is not selected and a volunteer does not contact you, please know you are still making a meaningful contribution to our community by helping us understand the needs of those we serve. Our impact is only limited by the resources we have, and every donation allows us to help more nominated families. So help us make a meaningful difference—submit your nomination today and give them the support they truly deserve.
nominate your loved one
The idea for Join the Flock, Inc. was born from Jennifer’s desire to alleviate the financial burdens that often weigh heavily on families battling cancer. She understood that while medical treatments and emotional support are crucial, the day-to-day expenses–especially something as essential as a housing payment–can become overwhelming for families already stretched thin. Jennifer envisioned a community where people could come together to lift this burden, allowing families to focus on what truly matters; being there for their loved one.
a heartfelt beginning
Jennifer Edens Lazo’s story is one of compassion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of those facing unimaginable challenges. As someone who witnessed the profound impact of cancer on her own family, Jennifer felt a deep calling to do more than just offer words of comfort–she wanted to create a tangible change.
With this vision in mind, in 2018 Jennifer founded Join the Flock, Inc., a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We are dedicated to spreading joy and providing financial relief to families in need by gifting monthly mortgage payments through a community-led nomination process. Our community of friends and family rallied together to continue Join the Flock, Inc. after Jennifer’s passing in 2019, ensuring that the power of Jennifer’s empathy and strength lives on.
The idea for Join the Flock, Inc. was born from Jennifer’s desire to alleviate the financial burdens that often weigh heavily on families battling cancer. She understood that while medical treatments and emotional support are crucial, the day-to-day expenses–especially something as essential as a housing payment–can become overwhelming for families already stretched thin. Jennifer envisioned a community where people could come together to lift this burden, allowing families to focus on what truly matters; being there for their loved one.
With this vision in mind, in 2018 Jennifer founded Join the Flock, Inc., a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We are dedicated to spreading joy and providing financial relief to families in need by gifting monthly mortgage payments through a community-led nomination process. Our community of friends and family rallied together to continue Join the Flock, Inc. after Jennifer’s passing in 2019, ensuring that the power of Jennifer’s empathy and strength lives on.
a heartfelt beginning
Jennifer Edens Lazo’s story is one of compassion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of those facing unimaginable challenges. As someone who witnessed the profound impact of cancer on her own family, Jennifer felt a deep calling to do more than just offer words of comfort–she wanted to create a tangible change.
supporting families impacted by cancer