Jesse Parker was an avid runner who participated in Track and Field and Cross Country at Tomah High School. His coaches recall that no one was more enthusiastic teammate. He to run and he loved life. He was tragically killed in an automobile accident while on a family vacation on July 4th, 2009.
During his life, Jesse impacted many lives through his compassion, support for social causes, and protection of those in need. Our small community continues to remember his dreams. It is said a well lived life is an inspiration and Jesse's warmth and desire to help others continues to inspire. He planned a life of service as an engineer, providing clean water through the Peace Corps. He imagined a world where each of us gave our best to those in need.
IMAGINE...through your support Jesse's spirit has soared to those in need locally and around the world...
Clean water projects around the world...Thus far 4 wells in Haiti and 4 wells in Africa
Neighbor for Neighbor Food Pantry.
Soles for Souls...shoes for disadvantaged people...locally, in the US, and globally.
College scholarships for students pursuing a path of service to others.
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Local elementary scholarships.
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Scholarships for youth on global humanitarian missions.
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Local special needs recreation programs.
Boys & Girls club GREAT programs for disadvantaged youth.
Tomah Parks & Recreation activities for youth.
Monroe County Nurses to provide cribs and car seats to prevent Infant deaths.
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Fresh fruit for the Tomah Public Schools Backpack program for disadvangted youth.
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Domestic abuse support through the "Remembering Teresa" walk.
"You may say I'm a dreamer
but I'm not the only one..."