A heartfelt opportunity for those on a healing journey to experience WFF 2026.
💛 Jen Journey Scholarship 2026💛
Are you or someone you know facing health challenges that you know could be helped with a fruit-based diet, but don’t know where to start?🙏
The Jen Journey Scholarship provides opportunities for those with serious health challenges to attend the Woodstock Fruit Festival and transform their lives🍒
Jen’s story💖
Jennifer Faulisi first attended WFF in 2014 as an the assistant of presenter and Running Raw founder, Tim Van Orden.
It was around the time of the festival that Jen discovered a lump in her breast. Thankfully, at WFF, she was able to find help and emotional support from like-minded people and new friends💕
WFF presenter Janette Murray-Wakelin, who had healed her body from breast cancer through a raw vegan, fruit-based diet, lifestyle changes, and natural healing methods, was able to offer guidance to Jen.
Arnold Kauffman, another WFF presenter, supported Jen and offered her a new home and work opportunity at his vegan cafe, Arnold’s Way.
Long-term attendee Maria Sherow was also at Jen’s side; Maria’s daughter had healed herself from brain cancer by adopting a natural diet and lifestyle🍍🍎
After connecting with like-minded people at the festival and remembering how conventional cancer treatments had affected her mother, Jen felt motivated to adopt a natural approach to healing. She radically altered her diet, lifestyle and even where she lived💫🌴
In 2015, Jen was able to attend the festival a second time, thanks to the sponsorship and kindness of long-time attendee Lisa Gordon.
Even though Jen was experiencing health challenges, it was very helpful for her spirit to re-connect with her Woodstock family🌸
Although Jen had made progress at the Baja Health and Wellness Center run by Dr. Dan Rogers, a large tumor was found in her brain.
On April 4th, 2016, Jen passed from this world💐
The journey Jen traveled in her quest to heal naturally was an inspiration to many. People of all walks of life and from all corners of the earth followed her journey.
Jen’s life may have ended prematurely, but her spirit and love of life will live on in the inspiration and example she brought to the world🌻
To learn more about her story, visit Jen’s Facebook page.
✨ 2026 Scholarship Details
To honor Jen’s beautiful spirit, we are happy to re-open the Jen Journey Scholarship for WFF 2026.
• 1st place: Full entry to camp at the Woodstock Fruit Festival😍
• 2nd place (2 winners): 50% off entry to camp😎
📝 How to Apply
To apply, please submit:
• A 500–1000 word essay with the subject line “Jen Journey Scholarship”
• A short video introducing yourself
📧 Send your application to:
registration@thewoodstockfruitfestival.org
If you’re unable to record a video, you may include a recent photo instead.
🌱 What to Share
Your essay should include:
• Your current health journey and challenges
• Why you would like to attend the festival
• How this experience could support your healing and growth
The deadline for submission is April 31st, 2026‼
If you’ve already paid your deposit but are having trouble making the rest of your payments, you’re still eligible for this scholarship—please apply!
If you’re interested in contributing to the Jen Journey Scholarship as a donor, please visit our donation link.
No matter where you’re at on your health journey, your Woodstock family is with you💜
