About Us

The Life Ring Foundation is a direct impact 501{c}3 public charity. The Foundation operates with a fraction of the administrative and infrastructure expenses of other comparable public charities. We pride ourselves on constructing the shortest distances possible between means and needs. The Life Ring Foundation was founded by Jessica and Kelly Woolwine, out of genuine passion to make Southwest Virginia a happier and healthier place even if it happens one person at a time. Through journey and experience, the primary focus of the foundation today, is the awareness, care, cure, and treatment of childhood cancer.

Fighting Kids’ Cancer is Life Ring Foundation’s five-year initiative to transform the state of care for children diagnosed with cancer in Southwest Virginia. 100% of the money raised will be used to add desperately needed resources to what will be the new pediatric cancer treatment center in Roanoke Valley. Our goal is to change the narrative in which kids have to leave Roanoke to receive treatment to one that transforms our region as a hub for families to move to receive proper care.