Author
Jackie Collins
COLLINS of Houston has a love for children and her newfound talent for writing, which led to the creation of a children’s book titled, I Just Do It Differently. She is dedicated to teaching children that with faith, all challenges can be overcome, even if approached differently. Active in community service, Jackie collaborates with churches, schools, and non-profits, reaching out to children of all ages.
About I Just Do It Differently
I Just Do It Differently is an inspiring children’s book based on the life of the late, renowned author, Meagan Collins. Despite being born blind at 24 weeks and given only 24 hours to live, Meagan defied all odds and lived a remarkable life until her unexpected passing at the age of 24. Written by her mother, Jackie Collins, the book gives insight to Meagan’s extraordinary journey, marked by resilience and strength, which led her to receive numerous accolades, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from President Biden, as well as appearances on television and radio.
Meagan’s story serves as a beacon of hope and perseverance. Although aimed at children, this book is a testament to the belief that we can achieve great things, even when we have to do it differently. Her mother, Jackie Collins, founded the non-profit organization, Meagan Collins, An Author with a Vision, Lives On, in order to keep her memory alive and to inspire others.
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Meet
The Author
Jackie Collins is the mother of the late, blind author, Meagan Collins, who passed away on May 1, 2022. She is the founder of a non-profit organization created in her honor, “Meagan Collins, An Author with a Vision, Lives On.” Her passion and love for children have always been strong, and after Meagan’s sudden passing, she discovered her gift.
Consequently, she is the proud author of a children’s book, I Just Do It Differently, inspired by Meagan’s life and the things she did differently.
She says, “My love for children has blossomed and I desire to help children understand, with God, all things are possible, even if you must do it differently.”
She actively works in the community with churches, schools, non-profit organizations, and children of all ages. Her belief is, we all have challenges; however, they don’t have to be physical challenges. Jackie has always had a love and passion for children. Although, Meagan was blind, she accomplished more than an average person could achieve in a lifetime. Jackie endorses Meagan’s motto, “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me. I just do it dIfferently.”
Left: C.B. and Jackie Collins, the founders of The Meagan Collins Foundation, “An Author With a Vision Lives On.” Top: Jackie and Meagan Collins.
The Meagan Collins Foundation –
An Author With A Vision Lives On
The Meagan Collins Foundation – An Author with a Vision Lives On,” was inspired and created based on the life of Meagan Rebecca Collins. Meagan was born at 24 weeks weighing 11.5 ounces and given 24 hours to live by the doctors and died leaving a legacy at 24 years old on May 1, 2022.
After realizing the need to encourage, motivate, equip and inspire students, Meagan’s foundation was created. The mission of “The Meagan Collins Foundation, “An Author with a Vision Lives On,” is to provide the necessary resources by first identifying the physical or mental challenge of each student.
“The Meagan Collins Foundation,” will partner with local school districts and churches in the community, Light House for the Blind, Texas Children Hospital, and other non-profit organizations to help identify children/students that would benefit from the “The Meagan Collins Foundation.” To keep her memory alive, the 501(c)3 foundation has been established in her name. Meagan Collins An Author With A Vision Lives On (EIN# 88-2203162). To donate via Zelle, send to anauthorwithavision@gmail.com. To donate via Cash App, send to $jyjcollins.