Join us to fight
youth suicide
Jack Connor died by suicide on September 1, 2017 at the age of fourteen after remaining silent about his thoughts of self-harm.
The Jack Connor Foundation was created to help youth suffering from mental health issues or suicidal thoughts to find a voice, a way to speak up, to connect with each other and to find help.
In Indiana, Jack’s story is not uncommon.
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Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for ages 10-19.
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Almost 7% of high school students report making a suicide attempt.
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Over 14% of high school students report suicidal thoughts.
We’re on a Mission to…
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Fight youth suicide by providing real, practical tools that empower and encourage youth to speak out when they are struggling with mental health issues.
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Inform and educate caregivers on how best to reach youth who are struggling, how to immediately respond to youth when they divulge mental health issues and also how to connect them to community resources for help.
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Partner with compassionate, like-minded and innovative mental health professionals who will lend their expertise to our mission.
Mental Health Resources
for students, parents, schools and communities
We’ve gathered resources on mental health and suicide prevention to help teens, parents, schools and community members. Check out our resources by clicking the link below.
If someone tells you they’re thinking about suicide, here is a real conversation guide to help you have an open and honest conversation — even if you aren’t a trained mental health professional.
What to Say If Someone Tells You They’re Thinking About Suicide…
You’re Invited to Our
3rd Annual Golf Outing
Join us on October 14th at Eagle Creek Golf Club for a day of golf, community, and giving back. This event is not just about swinging clubs but also about making a difference in the lives of young people struggling with mental health issues.
We Need Your Help
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Donate
You can make a donation by visiting this page. Please contact us with any questions about your donation.
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Volunteer
We are looking for partners to help our organization. Contact us if you’re interested.
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Attend
Come to our fundraising events to learn more about our foundation and help us reach fundraising goals
