Roots & Wings

Roots & Wings

The JoLynn Way

Roots & Wings

The JoLynn Way

Giving every life roots to grow and wings to soar.

Welcome to Roots & Wings — a nonprofit inspired by JoLynn, whose life was a beautiful blend of strength, compassion, and joy. We carry her legacy forward by rescuing animals, uplifting women, and nurturing the bonds that make us whole. This is more than a mission. It's the JoLynn Way.

Continue JoLynn's Legacy

Through acts of kindness, rescue, education, and empowerment — grounded in love, lifted by purpose.

Our Mission

We honor JoLynn's memory by creating a world where every person has the support they need to grow strong roots and spread their wings to soar.

Our Vision

A community where compassion drives action, where every individual is empowered to reach their full potential, and where love creates lasting change.

Our Core Values

These fundamental principles guide everything we do and shape how we serve our community.

Compassion

We approach every interaction with empathy, understanding, and genuine care for those we serve.

Empowerment

We believe in the potential of every individual and provide tools and support to help them thrive.

Community

We foster connections and build supportive networks that strengthen our entire community.

Integrity

We operate with transparency, honesty, and accountability in all our actions and decisions.

Upcoming Events

Join us in making a difference in our community.

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Annual Gala: Wings of Hope

4/15/2024
Grand Ballroom, Downtown Convention Center

Join us for an elegant evening celebrating our mission and the lives we've touched together.

245/300 registered
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Community Sports Day

3/22/2024
Riverside Park

A fun-filled day of sports activities for families and children in our programs.

89/150 registered

Stories of Impact

Hear from the people whose lives have been touched by our programs and community.

"This program gave me hope when I had none. The support and guidance I received helped me rebuild my life and create a safe home for my children."
Sarah M.
Program Graduate
Jo's Nest
"The mentorship I received through Squirrel Squad changed my perspective on what's possible. I'm now in college pursuing my dreams!"
Marcus T.
Youth Participant
Squirrel Squad
"Volunteering with Roots & Wings has been incredibly rewarding. Seeing the direct impact of our kindness projects motivates me every day."
Jennifer L.
Community Volunteer
Kindness Projects

Latest Stories

Stay updated with our latest news and impact stories.

Impact Stories
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The Power of Community: How We're Making a Difference

Discover how our community-driven approach is creating lasting change in the lives of those we serve.

By Sarah Johnson2/15/2024
Success Stories
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Success Story: Maria's Journey to Independence

Follow Maria's inspiring transformation from crisis to confidence through our Jo's Nest program.

By Dr. Emily Chen2/10/2024

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us in continuing JoLynn's legacy of compassion, empowerment, and community building.