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Speaking at West Springfield High
Recently, the Jack Jonah Foundation spoke to the students at West Springfield High School about the risks of substance use and the importance of speaking up if you see a friend struggling. The West Springfield CARE Coalition organized the days events for high school juniors and seniors in which Kirk Jonah, founder of the Jack Jonah Foundation spoke about losing his son Jack to an accidental heroin overdose in 2016. Dignitaries including the West Springfield Mayor Will Reichelt were in attendance.
Jack's Walk
On May 6th, 2023, we enjoyed a 5K walk around Ashley Reservoir in Holyoke, one of Jack's favorite places! We also hosted a virtual walk to bring awareness to our community about the opioid crisis and to honor those that we lost to Opioid Overdoses.
2023 Holyoke St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Jack Jonah Foundation will be marching in the 2023 Holyoke St. Patrick's Day Parade with the Town of West Springfield Contingent! Please look for us on the parade route Sunday, March 19th, 2023. We can't wait to see you all!
Saddle River Day School
On January 13th & 15th, JJF founder Kirk Jonah will share his story about what it means to live a fulfilling, substance-free life. He is thankful for the opportunity to speak with students and staff as well as the basketball players at their Saddle River Basketball Tournament.
Finding Hope in Grief Conference
Saturday, October 22, 2022 – 8:30 am to Sunday, October 23, 2022 - 1:00 pm
The conference is for anyone who self-identifies as bereaved from substance use-related causes in Massachusetts.
Jack's Walk
Join us for a 5K (3.1 mile) walk around Ashley Reservoir in Holyoke, one of Jack's favorite places! This year's walk will take place on May 14th, 2022 and is a way to bring awareness to our community about the opioid crisis and to honor those that we lost to Opioid Overdoses. Event starts at 9a.
2022 Holyoke St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Jack Jonah Foundation will be marching in the 2022 Holyoke St. Patrick's Day Parade with the Town of West Springfield Contingent! Please look for us on the parade route Sunday, March 20th, 2022. We can't wait to see you all!
Longmeadow Vs. West Side
Field Hockey Game
On Monday, September 20th at 3:45 pm, Founder Kirk Jonah will share his story about what it means to live a fulfilling, substance-free life. With all the accidental overdoses in our young adults, we are hoping to make a difference and lead by example when it comes to having a happy and safe lifestyle.
Both teams will be rocking their tie dye in support prior to the game and we encourage you to as well!
