OUR MISSION
The Jon Francis Foundation (JFF) is dedicated to saving lives through wilderness safety and education. JFF supports families who have suffered the loss of a loved one in the wilderness with knowledge and search resources.
OUR IMPACT
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Dedicated to enhancing the safety and knowledge of wilderness enthusiasts. Our FREE online educational materials empower campers, climbers, hikers, and hunters and provide them with essential preparation skills.
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Our advocacy led to the permanent improvement of Minnesota law enforcement practices in missing person cases through the passing of Brandon's Law. This legislation serves as a model policy, setting the standard for reporting missing persons and establishing a crucial precedent for other states to follow.
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Developed robust processes and procedures for searching for missing individuals, emphasizing collaboration between families, law enforcement, and search and rescue professionals.
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Our commitment to helping families in distress has resulted in JFF's participation in over 40 missing persons searches, providing support during times of trauma and uncertainty.
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We have shed light on the challenging and emotional journey of grief and loss recovery.
Wildness Safety Information
Foundation News
Jon Francis Foundation featured on Communities that KARE March 20, 2023
Jon Francis Foundation featured on Communities that KARE March 20, 2023
Bringing Jon Home
& Grief Travelers
David Francis, Jon Francis Foundation Executive Director, has written two excellent books. You can purchase them on Amazon or write David at jonfrancisfoundation@gmail.com. Proceeds from book sales benefit the Jon Francis Foundation.
OUR LOGO IS A CAIRN
A cairn is a manmade pile of stones, often in a conical form. They may mark the summit of a mountain or a memorial. Placed at regular intervals, they indicate a path across barren terrain or climbing routes.
The Jon Francis Foundation (JFF), like a cairn, provides knowledge and acts as a guide to others who find themselves unwilling travelers on an unfamiliar path.