About Us
The Claire Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Lexington, Kentucky.
Our mission
The Claire Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3). Our goal is to aid families who have been diagnosed with a complicated pregnancy by providing financial support and other resources that may be necessary in their journey. We are dedicated to supporting individuals facing the challenges of difficult pregnancies, deliveries, or infant loss — offering care and grief baskets, scholarships, and a source of compassion when it is needed most.
Our Team
The people who pour their hearts into carrying families through.
President
Brandon and Jill have been married for over 10 years. Together they have four children — Silas, Sammy, Audrey, and Claire in Heaven. Brandon is a physician's assistant at Kentucky Orthopedics and Spine. He loves to cycle and work out, and has hiked Mt. Whitney, the highest mountain in the continental U.S.
Vice President
Jill and Brandon have been married for over 10 years. Originally from western Kentucky, she has lived in Lexington for over a decade. Jill is the mother to Claire and three other children at home. She spent 12 years as an educator and, after some time at home with her kids, returned to education in 2025 — she currently works as a guidance counselor at Mary E. Britton Middle School. She played college basketball at Murray State University.
Secretary
Jamie resides in Lexington, Kentucky. She is married to Glenn, and together they've started enjoying retired life. Jamie has two children and three grandchildren whom she loves dearly. She enjoys traveling with Glenn and visiting her grandbabies often.
Treasurer
Kevin has been married to his wife, Krystal, for 22 years. They have two children. Kevin works as an Engineering Manager at Toyota. He and his wife love to support their kids in their many activities. A fun fact: Kevin has a twin brother and has competed in 16 half marathons.
Board Member
Chrystal resides in Lexington, Kentucky and has been married to Matt for 26 years. Together they have one son, Hunter. Chrystal owns her own business, Bluegrass Cottages, Inc., with Matt. She loves anything related to fitness and nutrition and enjoys time with family.
Board Member
Susan joins the Claire Foundation as a trusted friend and passionate supporter of our mission. She serves as Director of Athletics Communications and Public Relations for the University of Kentucky athletics department, working primarily as the director of communications for the Wildcats' football team. With more than two decades of experience in leadership, communication, and relationship building, Susan has earned national recognition in collegiate athletics and is widely respected for her dedication and professionalism.
Board Member
Julie joins the Claire Foundation with a heart for people and a deep commitment to serving others. She and her husband, Jim — married nearly 31 years — have become dear friends to our family, and their encouragement has meant more than words can express. Originally from West Palm Beach, Florida, Julie is the proud mom of Parker and Noah. She serves as the Associate Director of the Multilingual and Gifted & Talented Department for Fayette County Public Schools, where her compassion and leadership show in all she does. When she isn't serving others, she treasures time with family, staying active, walking her dog Maggie, and a good round of golf.
Partnering Organization
The artisans of the Woven Together in Western Kentucky Basket Guild handcraft beautiful, one-of-a-kind baskets through their dedicated Claire Foundation Baskets program. Their woven gifts form the heart of the care and grief baskets we deliver to families — each one made with skill, time, and love. We are deeply grateful for this partnership rooted in western Kentucky. Visit WTWKY →
Advisory Board
Trusted voices who help shape how we support families through medical hardship and loss.
Advisory Board
Zach is Jill's twin brother. He is an adult pulmonary and critical care physician and the Director of Pulmonary Hypertension at the Indiana University School of Medicine. Though he works with adults, being an ICU doctor means grief and loss are everyday parts of his work — and walking with people through their most difficult times is one of the things he finds most rewarding about his career.
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