The experience that Jack Gives Back provided for our family was a once in a lifetime adventure for us as a whole family. A hands-on learning experience was provided to Huston, with every day at Island Dolphin Care catered to his needs and willingness to "see" new things. Recalling the time we had as a family brings tears to our eyes. It seems simple, but being able to pause from the daily efforts of parenting a differently abled child and the constant work on goals and what seems like a full-time job was a pure blessing. We were able to let go and simply spend a week as a family and for that alone we're forever grateful. -Becky N., 2022

There are no words to describe Island Dolphin Care and our time there.  The staff treated us like family.  Each day was filled with smiles, laughter and memories we will never forget. […]  Working together as a team and having our other children take part in therapy time with our daughter was so special to all of us.  We will be forever grateful to the Jack Gives Back foundation for this unique and unforgettable opportunity. -Jodie C., 2022

Our four boys have been through more obstacles in their short lives than most will experience in their lifetime. A few weeks ago, our family was given an unimaginable gift from Jack Tusick. With incredible generosity, Jack Gives Back gifted us a trip to Key Largo to swim with the dolphins at Island Dolphin Care. The trip was...awe inspiring. For the first time, our boys flew on an airplane and got to experience something that was entirely about them and their development, in the most fun way possible. Not only did our boys have an amazing time, but my husband and I had an epiphany. We always knew our boys we capable, but we were pushed outside of our comfort zone traveling with 4 children under 7 (3 with Autism). And with this opportunity, we realized that even our kids can thrive in that environment. They too can be the kids on the plane that everyone compliments on how good they were. Not to mention, my mother, my mother-in-law, my husband and I all had an amazing time in beautiful Key Largo. It was not only an educational trip for the boys, it was truly a carefree vacation for the family. In a way, Jack Gives Back opened up our minds to all that our kids CAN do instead of all the things they can’t. It was a trip that was truly food for our souls, and we are flooded with appreciation. Thank you so much for doing what you do. We are so lucky to have gotten to experience everyone and everything at Island Dolphin Care. - The Dittrich Family, 2018

Andrew's time at Island Dolphin Care was a huge blessing for him.  He had gone through a very difficult time physically leading up to this, as he suffered a stress fractured foot -- in addition to his daily challenges with having cerebral palsy.  That meant more pain -- more time at doctors -- and more of being put on the sidelines in his life.  Our beautiful "joy boy" had lost his smile. His time at Island Dolphin Care brought back his smile! He felt included and confident again and he enjoyed every moment of it. Thank you Jack Gives Back Foundation for bringing this huge blessing into Andrew's life.  This trip was a catalyst for him for better times ahead and we are forever grateful! - Kellie B., 2018