When 9-year-old Adi Jane was diagnosed with brain cancer in October 2024, her world changed overnight. Between treatments and hospital visits at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, she and her family found comfort and care at the Ronald McDonald House (RMH). For six weeks, RMH became their home away from home.
During her stay, Adi noticed aluminum pop tabs being collected throughout the house. Curious, she learned that the tabs are recycled, and the proceeds help fund RMH programs for families like hers. Inspired by this simple yet powerful act of giving, Adi set out to collect as many pop tabs as she could. What began as a small goal (to fill one container) quickly grew into a heartfelt mission.
With the support of her family, friends, schools and community, Adi collected nearly 400 pounds of pop tabs in just two months, raising approximately $500 for Ronald McDonald House Charities. Her generosity and determination didn’t stop there. Now, she’s dreaming even bigger. She has a goal to break the world record by collecting 4,000 pounds of pop tabs in a single year.
“I hope the Ronald McDonald House gets some amazing things for the kids and be able to have many families stay there!” Adi says.
Adi’s mission is about more than pop tabs; it’s about love and the power of giving back. Even while bravely facing her own health challenges, she’s inspiring others to find ways to make a difference, no matter how small the gesture may seem. Every pop tab she collects represents a moment of hope and a reminder that kindness truly adds up.
When she looks to the future, Adi dreams of becoming a veterinarian or a teacher. Those careers reflect her deep compassion and love for both animals and people.
Through her heart, courage and commitment to helping others, Adi Jane is turning her challenges into a powerful movement rooted in generosity and empathy. She’s collecting pop tabs and hope, one tiny piece at a time.
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