JAKE'S STORY

On November 30, 2013, a joyful Thanksgiving weekend turned into an unimaginable tragedy when 2-year-old Jake slipped out a back door while visiting family in New Smyrna Beach and fell into the Intracoastal Waterway. Despite every effort to save him, Jake could not be revived.

In an instant, our lives changed forever.

From this heartbreaking loss, the Live Like Jake Foundation was born with a mission to prevent childhood drowning through awareness, lifesaving self-rescue swim scholarships, and financial and emotional support for families affected by drowning.

Jake was a joyful, kind-hearted little boy who found happiness in life's simplest moments. His gentle spirit touched everyone he met and continues to inspire us every day.

Support for Families When It Matters Most

WHAT IT MEANS TO
LIVE LIKE JAKE

After losing Jake, we asked ourselves what it truly means to Live Like Jake.

To us, it means seeing the world through the eyes of a child—finding joy in life's simplest moments, choosing kindness, sharing smiles, and living with gratitude.

Jake's gentle spirit continues to inspire us every day. Through his legacy, we hope to save lives, support families, and encourage others to live with the same love and joy Jake brought into the world.

Support For Families
When It Matters Most

When a child experiences a drowning incident, families face overwhelming emotional and financial challenges. The Live Like Jake Foundation provides financial and emotional support to families during these incredibly difficult times, helping ease some of the burdens so they can focus on what matters most—their child and family.

Through compassion, community, and the generosity of our supporters, we strive to bring hope and comfort to families when they need it most.