Our Mission

Compassion, connection, and care for grieving families.

At The Isla Jade Foundation, we understand the profound heartbreak that accompanies stillbirth, miscarriage and infant loss. Our mission is not only to raise awareness about these often-silent losses but also to stand alongside affected families, offering them the support, care, and resources they need during this unimaginably difficult time. We recognize that the grief experienced in these moments is deeply personal and life-altering, and we are dedicated to ensuring that no family feels alone in their journey. Through compassionate outreach, we strive to provide a safe space for understanding and validation, allowing families to navigate their loss with the comfort of knowing they are supported.

Honor & Legacy

Every Caring Cradle we place carries the name of a baby who is deeply loved and forever remembered. Through these donations, we honor their lives and give their families the opportunity to transform their loss into legacy.

Our Team

  • Jessica Smith

    FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

  • Samantha LaSpisa

    DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY - VOLUNTEER BASED

  • Manpreet Parmar

    DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY - VOLUNTEER BASED

Our Families

  • Vincenzo Salvatore's Mom

    “It’s great to have support where you didn’t expect it, because honestly, my support at home wasn’t much. And now I do [have a support system]. I have one here and at home now, and it’s amazing what The Isla Jade Foundation has done.”

  • Sage Renee Kelly’s Family

    “Thank you for all of the support you have given me. If it wasn’t for [The Isla Jade Foundation], I probably wouldn’t be as strong as I am today.”

  • "Somethings can not be fixed. They can only be carried."

    It’s OK That You’re Not OK
    by Megan Devine

  • "Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives"

    The Body Keeps The Score
    by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.

  • "Here you are not alone. And here you are welcome, exactly as you are."

    Unexpecting
    by Rachel Lewis

  • "The deep sense of loss does not evaporate with the passing of time"

    Holding Onto Love After You’ve Lost A Baby
    by Gary Chapman, PhD and Candy McVicar