Jane's Shared Housing Foundation
A California 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing safe, supportive shared housing for at-risk youth, individuals in recovery, and vulnerable adults — guided by the SMILE Philosophy.
Jane's Shared Housing Foundation was founded in November 2022 by George Knowlton III to honor the memory of his wife, Jane Knowlton — who believed that stable, sustainable housing should never depend on luck or circumstance.
We create welcoming shared living spaces for adults and youth who benefit from communal support — offering not just a roof, but a community, life-skills coaching, and a real path forward.
Every decision runs through the SMILE Philosophy: Safe. Moral. Inclusive. Linguistically clear. Rich in Experiential value.
"A home is not just four walls. It is the place where people feel safe enough to become who they are meant to be."
We exist for people often left behind by traditional housing systems. We meet everyone where they are — without judgment.
Teens and young adults facing homelessness, crisis, or lack of stable housing — including those served by Taylor's House.
Adults maintaining sobriety who need a supportive shared home with community accountability.
Adults with developmental disabilities who thrive in structured, supported shared living environments.
Those experiencing mental health challenges who benefit from stable housing, community, and care connections.
Veterans facing housing instability who deserve a safe, respectful home environment after their service.
Older adults who benefit from communal living — reducing isolation and building meaningful community.
People whose income makes safe, private housing unaffordable — shared housing creates dignified options.
Anyone facing housing instability from job loss, medical crisis, or circumstance — we meet you where you are.
Questions about eligibility or referring someone to our programs?
Contact Our TeamTaylor's House is our flagship program — safe housing combined with comprehensive youth mental health resources for teens struggling with crisis situations, including self-harm. Named in loving memory of Taylor Rose Knowlton.
Every warm meal, every supportive conversation, every moment of safety within its walls carries Taylor's spirit forward — a gentle promise that her light will continue to guide young people who feel lost or unseen.
"She had a natural way of caring for others, offering comfort through small, quiet gestures that carried deep meaning. A kind smile when someone felt left out. A gentle word when a friend was hurting."
In a meaningful twist of fate, both Jane and Taylor shared the same birthday — October 21st — a quiet reminder of the light they brought into the world.
Honor Her Memory — Give to Taylor's House
Every giving stream is clearly labeled so you always know exactly where your donation goes. All gifts through Jane's Shared Housing Foundation are tax-deductible (EIN 88-4290321).
In memory of Taylor Rose Knowlton — safe housing & healing for teens in crisis
Your gift funds safe housing, mental health support, life-skills coaching, and community programming for teens who have nowhere safe to turn. Every dollar builds the haven Taylor deserved.
♡ Donate to Taylor's HouseTax-deductible · EIN: 88-4290321 · 501(c)(3)
Support operations, life-skills programs, and future housing for all populations
General fund gifts support ongoing operations — rent subsidies, life-skills programs, property down payments, housekeeping services, and expanding our reach to serve veterans, seniors, individuals in recovery, and those with disabilities.
Donate to the FoundationTax-deductible · EIN: 88-4290321 · 501(c)(3)
Support the mission to put 50,000 books in young people's hands nationwide
George Knowlton III is a featured co-author of Life is a Battle and We Will Win (Vol. II). JSHF is the official nonprofit charitable fundraising partner for the 2026-27 national tour. Your tax-deductible donation supports book distribution and Taylor's House.
Support the TourTax-deductible through JSHF · EIN: 88-4290321
In Lieu of Flowers
Honor Taylor's memory with a gift to Taylor's House.
A donation in lieu of flowers is a beautiful way to carry Taylor's gentle spirit forward for other young people who need it.
Our homes provide everything residents need to feel safe, supported, and capable of building a better future.
Jane's Shared Housing Foundation is proud to partner with board-certified pediatrician and award-winning author Dr. Jasmine Zapata, MD, MPH — founder of Motivational M.D. Enterprises — and the We Will Win book movement.
George Knowlton III is a featured co-author in Volume II, listed "in loving memory of daughter Taylor Rose." His chapter raises awareness about youth mental health and suicide prevention.
Why This Mission Is Urgent — NAMI Data
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people ages 10–24 in the United States.
In 2023, 20% of U.S. high school students had serious thoughts of suicide — more than 1 in 5 seriously considered attempting it.
"If this movement helps save even one life, it will be worth it." — Dr. Jasmine Zapata, MD, MPH
Dr. Zapata began this mission while training as a pediatrician, after watching children arrive in the ICU in crisis following suicide attempts. That experience called her to reach young people before they ever get there. She has since led two national tours reaching 2,000+ youth, with books translated into Swahili and Korean.
Partnership note: Donations through JSHF are tax-deductible under our 501(c)(3) status (EIN 88-4290321). Direct sponsorships with Motivational M.D. Enterprises (an LLC) are business partnerships — consult your tax advisor.
Tour stops: Madison, WI · Atlanta, GA · Raleigh, NC · Brooklyn, NY · Brandon, MS · Birmingham, AL · Webster, MA · Flint, MI · New Haven, CT · Clarksville, TN · San Diego, CA · Kenya and more
7 Giving Levels — Every Donation Puts Books in Young Hands
Donors choose: receive books directly for your own distribution, OR have JSHF distribute on your behalf during the national tour.
George's journey of service started when he was just ten years old, volunteering with Special Olympics. Even then, he saw how a simple act of kindness could change someone's day. As he grew, he kept showing up — latch-key programs, youth sports coaching, mission projects locally and around the world.
That belief grew into the SMILE Philosophy — creating solutions that are Safe, Moral, Inclusive, clear in their Language, and rich in Experiential value.
"When I lost Jane, I wanted to honor the way she lived. She believed stable, sustainable housing should never depend on luck or circumstance. To carry that belief forward, I founded Jane's Shared Housing Foundation."
That same heart continues through Taylor's House — created in loving memory of George's daughter, Taylor Rose Knowlton. Both Jane and Taylor shared the same birthday, October 21st, a quiet reminder of the light they brought into the world.
Today, George carries their story forward as a co-author of Life is a Battle and We Will Win (Vol. II) — sharing Taylor's story with 50,000 young people across the country.
A Life Well Loved — Taylor Rose Knowlton Through the Years
📰 New York Today, May 2025: "George Knowlton is rewriting the rules of real estate. He's setting a new standard — where investors grow communities, not just wealth."
Both books are available as free digital downloads — George's gift to founders, investors, and anyone building a life with purpose. Published by Amazon Experts Publishing. Also available on Amazon. Featured in New York Today, May 2025.
The Wealthy & Healthy Approach to AI-Powered Business Innovation
Possibly the most disruptive AI growth strategy book ever released to the public — and it's 100% free. Discover how to scale smarter, not harder, with the SMILE framework and AI-powered systems.
Published by Amazon Experts Publishing · Also on Amazon Kindle
Helping Purpose-Driven Investors Build Ethical Wealth
Discover the AI-powered SMILE philosophy to grow your wealth with purpose, peace of mind, and zero compromise. Real estate investing for people who believe business can have a soul — and still scale.
Published by Amazon Experts Publishing · Also on Amazon Kindle
Five values. One way of living, building, and caring for people. Every decision at Jane's Shared Housing Foundation runs through this standard.
Well-maintained homes with clear security protocols. Every resident deserves to feel physically and emotionally safe.
We do the right thing, even when it costs us. Our word is our bond — to residents, donors, and the community.
Welcoming environments that respect every resident's dignity. No person is turned away for who they are.
Transparent, plain-language communication with residents, partners, and donors. Say it simply. Make sure it lands.
Every program, event, and interaction should feel worth more than it costs. That's the joy and community part.
Quick Reference
Jane's Shared Housing Foundation (EIN: 88-4290321) is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit incorporated November 9, 2022, by George Knowlton III. We provide safe, supportive shared housing in California for at-risk youth (Taylor's House), individuals in recovery, people with developmental disabilities, those with mental health challenges, veterans, seniors, and housing-insecure adults. All donations are tax-deductible. Donate at janessharedhousingfoundation.org or call (916) 232-5616.
Clear answers about JSHF, Taylor's House, the We Will Win Book Tour, and how to get involved.
Jane's Shared Housing Foundation is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 88-4290321) incorporated November 9, 2022 by George Knowlton III. We create safe, supportive shared housing for at-risk youth, individuals in recovery, people with developmental disabilities, those with mental health challenges, veterans, seniors, and housing-insecure adults, guided by the SMILE Philosophy: Safety, Morality, Inclusivity, Linguistic Clarity, and Experiential Value.
Taylor's House is JSHF's flagship youth housing initiative — safe housing combined with mental health resources for teens in crisis, including self-harm situations. It is named in loving memory of Taylor Rose Knowlton and creates a compassionate space for healing, growth, and community. Every gift to Taylor's House funds housing, support services, life-skills coaching, and programs directly for youth.
Yes. All three giving streams — Taylor's House, the General Fund, and the We Will Win Book Tour — are processed through Jane's Shared Housing Foundation (EIN 88-4290321) and are tax-deductible under IRC Section 170 to the extent allowed by law. We provide donation receipts for all gifts. Please consult your tax advisor for your specific situation.
Life is a Battle and We Will Win: Stories of Hope and Resilience (Vol. II, 2026) is a youth empowerment anthology created by Dr. Jasmine Zapata, MD, MPH, founder of Motivational M.D. Enterprises. George Knowlton III is a featured co-author, sharing his healing journey after losing Taylor Rose and raising awareness about youth mental health and suicide prevention. The 2026-27 national tour aims to distribute 50,000 books to youth across the country. JSHF is the official nonprofit charitable fundraising partner — donations through JSHF are tax-deductible.
We serve at-risk youth (through Taylor's House), individuals in recovery maintaining sobriety, people with developmental disabilities, those experiencing mental health challenges, veterans, seniors, low-income individuals, and anyone facing housing insecurity in California. Our homes meet people where they are — without judgment.
Created by founder George Knowlton III, SMILE stands for: Safety (secure, well-maintained homes), Morality (doing the right thing, always), Inclusivity (welcoming all without judgment), Linguistic Clarity (plain, honest, transparent communication), and Experiential Value (programs and interactions that genuinely enrich life). It guides every decision across all SMILE Company organizations.
Three streams: (1) Taylor's House — donate at buy.stripe.com/00w8wPcWA5td2Cm6HW7ss00; (2) JSHF General Fund — Stripe link coming soon, contact [email protected]; (3) We Will Win Book Tour — Stripe link coming soon, contact George. All donations are tax-deductible through JSHF EIN 88-4290321. You can also donate "in lieu of flowers" to Taylor's House.
Yes — both books are 100% free as digital downloads. Smile & Scale (smileandscale.info) covers AI-powered business innovation through the SMILE framework. Invest With A SMILE (investwithasmile.com) covers ethical, purpose-driven real estate investing. Both are published by Amazon Experts Publishing and also available on Amazon. Both were featured in New York Today, May 2025.
We welcome volunteers to mentor youth, support program operations, assist with community events, provide professional skills (accounting, legal, marketing, medical), or help with property maintenance. Contact us at [email protected] or call (916) 232-5616.
Shared housing means multiple adults living together in a home, sharing common areas while maintaining private spaces. It is one of the most effective and affordable housing models for vulnerable populations — reducing cost per resident, creating built-in community and accountability, and allowing support services to reach more people. For individuals in recovery, youth in crisis, or adults with disabilities, shared housing is often the difference between stability and homelessness.
Every gift, every hour, every partnership moves us closer to a world where every person has a safe place to call home.
Fund housing, life-skills programs, youth support, and the We Will Win book tour. Choose the giving stream that moves your heart.
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Call (916) 232-5616Ask about donations, Taylor's House, the book tour, or volunteering.
