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The Power of Jae Boots

Some call them Cowboy Boots, some call them Magic Boots – here at the Foundation, we call them Jae Boots. The Foundation was created with the idea that if Jae’s friend Jason had just slowed down and bought his buddy Jae a pair of Cowboy Boots (something Jae loved dearly), had a real conversation about mental health, depression and suicide, and made two commitments, things could have been different.

In a world full of technology and distractions the idea was simple. What if we took an hour out of our day to slow down and share Jae’s story, gift someone a pair of Cowboy Boots, and Check-In and see how they are ACTUALLY doing. Love them up and make some commitments. Once someone gets their Jae Boots, they serve as a reminder to check-in on those around us, be bold enough to have conversations around mental health, and even give us the strength to put our boots on and ask for help if needed.

Creating Boot-Check moments is why the Foundation exists, and the Boot is the ultimate tool to create those moments. We have heard and seen countless stories of how something so simple can do such amazing things. Some call that simple thing a Cowboy Boot, some call it a Magic Boot – here at the Foundation, we call it a Jae Boot.

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"Going through the Jae Foundation allowed me to finally admit the struggles I have gone through in my life. Instead of keeping all of the negative pieces locked away, I gained the courage to stand taller and admit my struggles. Through this, I have shared my story with many others to encourage them and let them know that they aren't struggling alone. My Jae Boots stand as a promise to myself to be open with my struggles and to understand that no matter what I'm going through, I'm never going through it alone."
- Ally Unger
"Cowboy Boots: An object that is known so well. But there is something so different between a pair of Jae Boots and normal boots. Jae boots show that being strong is talking and listening about struggles in one’s life. Jae Boots represent a community that comes together to rise. For me personally, my Jae boots have helped me come face to face with the reality of my struggles and knowing that it’s okay to feel this way. Not only that but it has helped me to understand that others have a story that I am not aware of, and they might need a lending hand. That’s why I wear my Jae Boots, to check in with myself, family, friends, and community. Because together, we can get through this storm called life."
- Kayle Maloney
"The Jae Foundation and the Boot-Check experience has been a personal life saver. As a veteran with a TBI and PTSD, suicidal ideation has been a demon for years. As I began the journey to recovery and sobriety, this demon often came to the forefront of my thinking. I met a Jae Foundation Team member and instantly he understood! He shared the Boot-Check experience with me and for the first time in my life, I didn't feel alone in my struggle. Since my Boot-Check, life is so much better. I've had the opportunity to bring in a nephew, a friend and a "stranger" for the same life changing experience! Thank you for being there, being available and saving lives."
- Veteran
"My Jae Story began February 2023 losing my daughter to suicide; knowing nothing about the Jae Foundation I had seen the building but nothing more. It was set up for me to do a Boot-Check. I was extremely raw and emotional; at the end I was set up to visit with NAN (Linda) , the in-house counselor. She recommended and set up that I attend the retreat for families of lost ones. IT WAS A LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCE! It was also very raw and emotional. I arrived unable to look at pictures of my daughter to leaving sharing her pictures and talking proudly of her. I continue talking about her and the Jae Foundation hoping to prevent another family from having to experience losing a loved one. I have become a self-proclaimed ambassador of Jae's. They have given me a purpose. Thank you Jason, Jamie and the rest of the team!"
- Dan Glodowski
"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support during a tough period in my life. My boots weren't just footwear, they were a symbol of the immense support I had behind me. Knowing I had such a strong support group gave me the courage to keep going when times were tough."
- Cian McDonald
"Dear Jae Foundation, I hope this letter finds you well. At the beginning of September, you came to Wyoming to give us our Jae Boots. I knew Jae's Story a bit before you came , but up until earlier this month, I had no idea how much that would apply to me. Earlier this year, my sister attempted to end her life. She has always had trouble with her mental health, but I had no idea that it had accelerated to that point. This was a tipping point for me. I hate the lack of feeling out of control in any situation I face, and this simply made it much worse for me. It was when your Foundation came to town and told us Jae's Story that I realized it was time to seek some help for myself. I am now going to counseling every other week to seek help for the anxiety that has been plaguing me for months. I simply have your Foundation to thank for that. So, again, thank you! Your Foundation is doing the work that is so desperately needed in rural Wyoming!"
- A High School Senior, Class of 2026
"Dear Friend of the Jae Foundation, As a Senior of the Class of 2026, my entire class was able to get their Jae Boots. My Jae Boots mean so much to me that I can hardly put into words. My Jae Boots are a reminder that I am loved and every time I put on my boots, no matter what I am going through, I instantly stand a bit taller and know that I have so many people in my corner and that I am capable of getting through anything. I am so grateful to have my Jae Boots. I just wanted to say thanks! Your generosity matters."
- A High School Senior, Class of 2026
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If this is an emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

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