Elderly Lady Embarks on Journey to Find Bone Marrow Donors

Gina Moore, founder of the Jada Basam Foundation, has walked hundreds of miles to raise awareness and enroll potential bone marrow donors in honor of her granddaughter, Jada, who received a life-saving transplant. Moore’s dedication to saving lives has taken her from Los Angeles to New York and across Europe, with her latest achievement being a 334-mile walk from Spokane to Seattle Children’s Hospital. Moore’s inspiring journey exemplifies her commitment to giving others a second chance at life, making her tonight’s Heart of America.

Gina Moore, a devoted grandmother, has made headlines by walking an astounding 334 miles from Spokane to Seattle Children’s Hospital in honor of her 17-year-old granddaughter, Jada. Jada, who battled acute myo leukemia, received a life-saving bone marrow transplant at the hospital, inspiring Gina to establish the Jada Basam Foundation. This incredible feat is just one of Gina’s many walks, as she has previously trekked from Los Angeles to New York and even traversed across Europe in a mission to meet and enroll potential bone marrow donors to help save lives.

Amidst her journey, Gina Moore expressed her deep-seated motivation to contribute to the well-being of others by providing them with a second chance at life, echoing the sentiment of love and compassion that drives her philanthropic endeavors. Gina’s unwavering commitment to raising awareness about the importance of bone marrow donations and her relentless efforts to expand the donor pool exemplify her selfless dedication to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need. Her actions resonate as a beacon of hope and solidarity for those battling life-threatening illnesses.

Gina Moore’s remarkable dedication and resilience in walking the talk in the name of love and altruism have captured the hearts and admiration of many, earning her the title of “Heart of America.” Through her inspirational journey and the establishment of the Jada Basam Foundation, Gina continues to embody the spirit of kindness and generosity, leaving a lasting legacy of compassion and courage that serves as a testament to the power of humanitarianism in saving lives and spreading love.


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