Honoring the vibrant spirit of Jessica “Jaye” Kogut Lezark by bringing our community together to create moments of kindness, connection, and hope.
Jaye’s Best Days was created in memory of Jessica “Jaye” Kogut Lezark and inspired by one of her final wishes: to continue helping others live more of their best days.
What began as a way to honor one extraordinary life has grown into a commitment to bring people together, support meaningful causes, and create opportunities for kindness, connection, and community.
“Our work is rooted in a simple idea: a best day does not have to be extravagant. Sometimes it is a moment of relief, a new connection, a helping hand, a family memory, or simply knowing that someone showed up when it mattered.”
Jaye had a way of finding joy in life and sharing it with the people around her. She loved photography, music, Zumba, animals, gardening, fishing, snowboarding, and the experiences that made life feel full.
After being diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer, Jaye faced an extraordinarily difficult chapter of her life without losing sight of the people and things she loved.
One of her wishes was that the people around her continue helping others live out their own best days. Jaye’s Best Days exists to carry that wish forward.
Through community events, partnerships, outreach, and acts of support, we hope to create moments that remind people that even one good day can matter more than we realize.
Written by Dasha in loving memory of Jaye, Dakota’s Walk is a heartwarming children’s picture book told through the gentle eyes of Dakota, a loyal Greater Swiss Mountain Dog who shares life’s sweetest adventures with the person she loves most.
As Dakota quietly witnesses subtle changes in her favorite human, the story warmly guides young readers and families through themes of unconditional love, companionship, empathy, and the enduring comfort of cherished memories.
Proceeds and awareness from the book help support initiatives that bring comfort, happiness, and more “best days” to families and animals across our community.
To honor Jaye’s legacy by creating opportunities for people to experience more of their best days through community, compassion, connection, and meaningful support.
We believe kindness matters, especially when someone needs it most.
We believe meaningful moments can bring light during difficult seasons.
We believe people can accomplish more when they show up for one another.
We believe even small acts of generosity can create lasting impact.
Guided by friends, family, and community members dedicated to stewarding Jaye’s mission with integrity and heartfelt dedication.
Steering foundation initiatives, community partnerships, and carrying Jaye’s vision forward.
Coordinating shelter relationships, vendor participation, and community-centered fundraisers.
Ensuring transparency, 501(c)(3) public charity compliance, and purposeful impact.
