Jillian Rae Ludwig, my beloved niece, was a talented and kind young woman whose passion for music and community touched countless lives. Tragically, at just 18, she passed away on November 8, 2023, after being struck by a stray bullet while jogging near her college campus in Nashville, TN. She is deeply missed by all who knew her.
Jillian excelled in music from an early age, playing multiple instruments and performing around the Jersey Shore. She created "Playing it Forward" to raise funds for those in need in the music community. To honor her memory, her parents started the Rae of Light Foundation, and tee shirts are being sold to raise money for the charity and to continue her legacy of giving back. 100% of the proceeds from these sales will be donated to her foundation!
I created the artwork for the tee shirts with the hope that it will one day become a mural in her honor, and we are still looking for the perfect location to make that dream a reality. The design was inspired by Jillian’s love of the ocean, animals, flowers, and, most of all, music—capturing her spirit beautifully.
When you wear her wings on your back, you carry her memory with you. At the bottom of the wings is a Spotify scan code that, when scanned, takes you directly to her song, How Long, so her voice can stay with you too.
 
Unfortunately I do not keep these items in stock. They ship directly from the company. So the option for LOCAL PICKUP is not available. I have tried to keep the shipping cost as low as possible.
 
The unisex soft-style t-shirt puts a new spin on casual comfort. Made from very soft materials, this tee is 100% cotton for solid colors. Heather colors and sports grey include polyester. The shoulders have twill tape for improved durability. There are no side seams. The collar is made with ribbed knitting to prevent curling damage.
.: Made with 100% ring-spun cotton, a lightweight fabric (4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)), this unisex t-shirt feels like a bliss to wear all year round.
.: The classic fit with the crew neckline deliver a clean, versatile style that can match any occasion, whether it's formal or semi-formal.
.: All shirts feature a pearlized, tear-away label for total wearing comfort.
.: Made using ethically grown and harvested US cotton. Gildan is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production. This blank tee is certified by Oeko-Tex for safety and quality assurance.
.: Fabric blends: Heather colors - 35% ring-spun cotton, 65% polyester; Sport Grey and Antique colors - 90% cotton, 10% polyester, Graphite Heather - 50% ring-spun cotton, 50% polyester