About Jordan’s Wish
The Story Behind Jordan’s Wish
Jordan Leigh O’Malley was just 17 years old when she was diagnosed with Glioblastoma. What followed was a journey marked by resilience, faith, and an unwavering spirit.
After undergoing brain surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, Jordan faced months of physical therapy due to left-sided paralysis. With determination and courage, she relearned how to walk and regained the everyday abilities many take for granted.
Despite the challenges, Jordan continued to live fully. She played in her final volleyball game, scoring 11 aces in a row, and ran track, even when it meant finishing last. Her strength wasn’t defined by outcomes, but by her perseverance and joy in every moment.
As her illness progressed, Jordan remained hopeful, positive, and grounded in her faith. During her final Christmas, she was honored with the “12 Days of Christmas,” creating meaningful memories with family and friends.
Jordan passed away on March 13, 2016.
In her final days, she asked her family and friends to promise one thing: to help other families facing the same journey.
Jordan’s Wish was created to carry that promise forward.
Our Mission
Our mission is to directly support families facing severe illness through financial assistance, emotional support and practical resources.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a community for families facing severe illness so they may feel supported, uplifted, and never alone.
Our Impact
Since 2016, Jordan’s Wish has supported families facing serious illness through both financial and emotional care.
Each year, we typically support:
- Multiple families navigating critical illness
- High school seniors through scholarship opportunities
- Ongoing community care through meals, visits, and support
Every act of generosity directly impacts a family in need.
Meet the Team | Board of Directors
Belinda Freed & Dean Freed
Belinda and Dean founded Jordan’s Wish to honor their daughter’s life and fulfill her final wish to help other families facing serious illness. Their leadership is rooted in personal experience, compassion, and a desire to bring hope to others walking a similar path.
Lauren Beebe
Lauren plays a vital role in continuing Jordan’s legacy, bringing both heart and perspective to the mission through her deep connection to Jordan and the families served.
Kandis Lancaster
A close friend of Jordan, Kandis is committed to supporting families and helping grow the impact of Jordan’s Wish within the community.
Sarah Snedeger
Sarah brings a passion for service and community involvement, helping ensure families receive meaningful and timely support.
Allison Berhorst
Allison oversees financial stewardship, ensuring transparency and integrity in how funds are managed and distributed to families in need.
Team Jordan
From the moment Jordan was diagnosed with glioblastoma in 2013, a community began to form around her. That community became known as Team Jordan.
Today, Team Jordan continues to stand behind Jordan’s Wish, made up of friends, family members, and supporters who have walked alongside Jordan and her family from the very beginning. Their continued involvement helps extend care, compassion, and practical support to families facing similar journeys.