Macon Business Raised Funds for Student Family
Macon Made Nutrition donated proceeds from a signature tea to support the family of Jayde Wooten.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Philanthropy
Macon Made Nutrition has launched a fundraising effort to support the family of Jayde Wooten, a 4-year-old student who died in an accident on September 19, 2026. The shop is contributing a portion of sales from a specialty blue drink and stickers to the family.
Why it matters
The fundraiser offers the local community a way to provide direct financial support to the grieving family of the young student following the recent tragedy. Business owner efforts like this often serve as a focal point for neighborhood mourning and solidarity.
The shop is donating 50% of proceeds from the Jayde tea and 100% of proceeds from sticker sales. These items are available at the 362 2nd Street storefront through September 25.
The players
Macon Made Nutrition
This local business operates a storefront on 2nd Street in Macon.
Jayde Wooten
A 4-year-old student who died following a recent accident.
The details
Macon Made Nutrition created a signature blue raspberry and pina colada tea named in honor of Jayde to benefit the student's family. In addition to in-store purchases at 362 2nd Street, the owner is delivering orders across the mid-state region.
Timeline
Jayde Wooten passed away following an accident on September 19, 2026.
The fundraising sales and deliveries officially began on September 23, 2026.
The final day to purchase the specialty tea and stickers is September 25, 2026.
Market Landscape
This initiative follows the pattern set by independent businesses leveraging their products to address immediate financial needs within the community. By utilizing their existing distribution network for charitable ends, local shops are increasingly functioning as hubs for regional solidarity.
Customers can support the Wooten family by purchasing the specialty tea or stickers at the 2nd Street location. Proceeds collected through the final day of the sale are directed toward assisting the family during their bereavement.
The takeaway
Small businesses can mobilize quickly to provide meaningful support to neighbors during times of crisis. Residents looking to participate should note that this specific fundraiser concludes at the end of the day.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts by visiting the Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WGXA.
