Jayana Gonzales Memorial Fund

Many have followed Jayana Gonzalez from San Jose over the last two years as she met every challenge with such grace and bravery. Nothing was fair about Jayana’s battle over the last year. Rhino virus caused inflammation, she was intubated and relied on steroids to reduce inflammation. No matter what her team and parents tried, her body never fully recovered which kept Jayana in ICU for most of 2025. She lost her ability to walk, talk, swallow, and no longer could use her hands. Most recently she could not move her eyes, yet deep within, her love radiated through the entire room touching all who cared for her

Jayana’s parents stayed by her side 24/7, filling Jayana’s days with love and joy. Jayana’s sister, Janaya, was born in the hospital last July and continued to live in ICU with mom and dad by Jayana’s side until January 2nd when Jayana passed peacefully through Heaven’s gates.

Jayana was a beautiful, sweet girl that loved her mom and dad and five siblings. She was so funny, sassy and full of life. The strongest lil fighter ever. She never gave up, all the way to the end.

Mariah and Johnny, her parents from San Jose, CA, are planning a celebration of life later this month. As a young family raising six children, they would appreciate any help to cover the cost. We’re committed to see Jayana’s life celebrated. Please consider donating a tax deductible contribution to this page or by check with memo “Jayana” to Tough2gether Foundation, 2201 Columbian Rd, Wamego, KS 66547.

Every bit given assures Mariah and Johnny that Jayana’s journey was seen, her life mattered far beyond those who were directly blessed by her laughter and many were inspired by her love for her family even in her hardest days.

We accept donations in other ways:

Venmo - Paypal

Mail checks to Tough2gether Foundation: 2201 Columbian Rd, Wamego, KS 66547

Tax-Deductible Giving Notice:

Donations made to Tough2gether Foundation are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. While funds raised in connection with this family will directly support them, all donations are made to Tough2gether Foundation and may also be used to support other families facing pediatric cancer, related programs, and charitable initiatives at the Foundation’s discretion.