Walk for wishes 2019
Meeting LA Rams mascot, Rampage
Getting miked up for a KTLA interview
Getting miked up for a KTLA interview
Jackson kicked off the 2019 Walk For Wishes event in March, hosted by Make-A-Wish greater Los Angeles. He was interviewed on stage and did an amazing job! He is pictured here with his mom and brother.
Getting miked up for a KTLA interview
Getting miked up for a KTLA interview
Getting miked up for a KTLA interview
KTLA was on hand for the Walk for Wishes event. Lynette Romero interviewed Jackson on live TV about his medical journey and the book.
South Pasadena, CALIFORNIA
Medical Odyssey Inspires Young Author’s Book for Kids
Jackson Grant is helping others after figuring out how to help himself. Five years ago, the now 15-year-old South Pasadena resident was diagnosed with a benign but inoperable brain tumor. Since then, he’s had 31 MRIs.
EMPORIA, KANSAS
Emporia Public Library uses grant to share gift of knowledge
For the second year in a row, the Emporia Public Library received the American Society of Radiologic Technologists National Library Partnership Grant for $1,000. This year they received copies of The Donut That Roared to share with readers. READ MORE
PEKIN, ILLINOIS
Children’s book with local ties to be displayed in 200 public libraries
A children’s book by Joan Yordy Brasher, daughter of John and Norma Yordy of Pekin, will be featured in displays in 200 public library systems in 35 states during National Radiologic Technology Week, Nov. 3–9. Radiologic Technology Week is an annual celebration that marks the discovery of the x-ray by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen on Nov. 8, 1895.
Hanging out with the sponsors
Hanging out with the sponsors
Hanging out with the sponsors
Mattel was one of many sponsors of Walk for Wishes.
Enjoying the games
Hanging out with the sponsors
Hanging out with the sponsors
Little bro Isaiah was busy taking part in the fun activities at the event.
2018 press
Jackson on KTLA
"Bumblebee" premiere
"Bumblebee" premiere
Jackson spoke to KTLA about his Make-A-Wish trip to New Zealand and his upcoming children's book, The Donut That Roared!
"Bumblebee" premiere
"Bumblebee" premiere
"Bumblebee" premiere
Ronald McDonald House provided a red carpet experience for Jackson and Isaiah at the John Cena film, "Bumble Bee."
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Wish Gala 2018
Wish Gala 2018
Wish Gala 2018
Jackson was a red carpet interviewer for the 2018 Make-A-Wish Gala in L.A. He interviewed celebrities like Nick Cannon, This is Us actor Kevin Bates, members of New Republic, Youtube stars the Merrill Twins and Bruno Mars.
First Pitch
Wish Gala 2018
Wish Gala 2018
Jackson was asked to throw out the first pitch at a Los Angeles area high school baseball game, and spoke about his medical journey to students and their parents.