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The Jed Foundation (JED) is a non-profit organization that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for teens and young adults in the United States.[2] Phil and Donna Satow started the organization in 2000[1] after their youngest son Jed died by suicide in college in 1998.[3]

Founded2000; 26 years ago (2000)[1]
Region served
United States
MethodEducation
Key people
Phil and Donna Satow
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The Jed Foundation (JED)
Founded2000; 26 years ago (2000)[1]
Region served
United States
MethodEducation
Key people
Phil and Donna Satow
Websitewww.jedfoundation.org
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In April 2026, it was announced that The Jed Foundation plans to merge with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to further expand upon the goal of suicide prevention.[4]

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