​Suicide is not chosen.  It happens when the pain exceeds the ability to cope.

Bob Whelan

Community Volunteer

Marilyn Cameron

Community Volunteer

Bill Wheeler

Jacob's Father

Our Mission

What's Happening

our beginnings

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The Jacob Wheeler Foundation was founded by Bill, Lisa and Abigail Wheeler in memory of their son and brother, Jacob Wheeler.  Jacob tragically died on January 1, 2014 at the age of 15.  He was active in soccer and swimming earning Academic All-State recognition in 2014 for both sports.  He was a sensitive and compassionate person who tried to remain out of the limelight.  

Awareness

Support

Scholarship

The Jacob Wheeler Foundation beginnings have been made possible through the gifts of "everlasting friendships".  Love and memories shared from generations past and extending to generations forward.  We are forever grateful for family and friends much needed in this effort.


  • Butte Survivors of Suicide Loss Grief Support Group - meets on the 2nd Thursday of each Month at Holy Spirit Parish in Butte.  It is located at 4201 Continental Dr., Butte, MT  59701 (house on church property).  The meeting time is 7 PM.  For information, call or text 490-1536.
  • March 15, 2018 - Deadline for receiving scholarship applications
  • March, 17 2018- Sponsoring the TASC (Teens Advocating a Safe Community) St. Patrick's Day youth activities in Butte
  • March 23, 2018 - MHA Health Summit - Bill and Lisa on panel for Suicide Loss Experience
​Jacob Wheeler Foundation

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The Jacob Wheeler Foundation provides memorial scholarships and support to the community through activities that promote suicide awareness and prevention and offer survivor support.

The Jacob Wheeler Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization.  

Founded in memory of Jacob Wheeler