Jack May

Meet Jack May

At 16 years old and a high school junior from Burlington, North Carolina, Jack has always stood out, not only as an exceptional student at the top of his class, but also as an extraordinarily talented athlete.

Jack’s favorite sport is baseball, and this past summer he played catcher, his favorite position, for the Orioles Scout baseball team out of Charlotte, North Carolina. Throughout his time with the Orioles, Jack competed at premier venues across the Southeast, including East Cobb and LakePoint in Georgia, showcasing his skills in front of college coaches and scouts. A dedicated and accomplished player, Jack earned a spot on his high school varsity baseball team at Western Alamance High School as a freshman and played in every game, a testament to both his talent and relentless work ethic.

A gifted multi-sport athlete, Jack also played basketball and football throughout his youth and was honored as Athlete of the Year in eighth grade, recognizing his dedication, versatility, leadership, and commitment both on and off the field.

On July 25, 2026, while attending a collegiate summer baseball league game, Jack’s life changed in an instant when he sustained a catastrophic traumatic spinal cord injury. Following emergency treatment and surgery, Jack was transferred to the renowned Shepherd Center in Atlanta, Georgia, one of the nation’s leading hospitals for spinal cord injury rehabilitation. Since then, he has been working tirelessly through intensive therapy and recovery programs, focusing each day on maximizing his recovery.

While the challenges he faces are immense, Jack has approached rehabilitation with the same fortitude, determination, grit, and competitive spirit that defined him as an athlete. Every day, he brings the same commitment to recovery that he once brought to early morning workouts, practices, games, and training sessions. Whether in the therapy gym, occupational therapy sessions, or rehabilitation exercises, Jack continues to push himself with the same relentless work ethic that helped him excel in sports. His perseverance inspires his family, friends, therapists, and everyone involved in his care.

Jack’s passion, skill, and leadership on the field are matched only by his character off the field. Known for his kindness, genuine warmth, positivity, and infectious smile, he has always been the kind of teammate and friend who makes everyone around him feel included and supported. Even in the face of unimaginable adversity, Jack continues to inspire those around him with his courage, resilience, and unwavering determination.

How You Can Help Support Jack:

Family and friends of Jack May are raising funds through the nonprofit organization Help Hope Live to help meet the significant financial challenges resulting from his catastrophic spinal cord injury.

To support Jack in his fight for recovery, we have partnered with Help Hope Live because all contributions are professionally managed, tax-deductible for donors, and used exclusively for Jack’s uninsured medical and related expenses. The costs associated with spinal cord injury recovery extend far beyond what insurance covers and are essential to maximize Jack’s recovery.

Donate: Any amount directly assists with Jack’s medical, rehabilitation, and accessibility needs.

Share: Help spread the word by sharing Jack’s story with friends, family, colleagues, and social networks.

Leave Encouragement: Please post a message of love and support in the Guestbook to help keep Jack’s spirits high.

Your donation will help ease the tremendous financial burden on Jack and his family while providing access to the therapies, equipment, and resources that give him the best opportunity to maximize his recovery.

Every contribution, prayer, share, and act of support helps fuel Jack’s journey forward. Thank you for helping him continue to fight with the same heart, determination, and grit that have always defined him. We are grateful to have you as part of Team Jack – The Ultimate Comeback!