The Kalama community is preparing for a day of local support following the death of 17-year-old Jackie Hartley, who was killed in a car crash on February 20. According to reporting by Classic Hits 100.7 KLOG, the Kalama Redleaf location on 1st Street announced that it will donate 100 percent of its proceeds for one day to Hartley’s parents, Matt and Tammy Hartley.

The donation effort follows a wave of community fundraising that began shortly after the crash. A public GoFundMe campaign titled “Honoring Jackie’s Bright Spirit” states that contributions will be used to help the family cover funeral, burial, and related expenses. The campaign has drawn support from across Kalama and surrounding communities, reflecting the scale of the loss felt locally.

Redleaf’s one-day pledge adds a locally anchored act of support at a time when families and schools across Cowlitz County continue to navigate grief from sudden tragedies involving young people. Community-led fundraisers remain a common response across Southwest Washington, especially in smaller cities where local businesses often step forward to assist families facing unexpected costs.

Details about the cause of the February 20 crash have not been publicly released by officials as of March 2. No additional updates were available in the public record at the time of publication.

The fundraiser at the Kalama Redleaf is limited to the specific date announced by the business and is described in KLOG’s reporting as a one-day commitment. Members of the public seeking to support the Hartley family directly may refer to the information provided in the verified GoFundMe campaign.

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