OUR MISSION
Team Jakey aims to save lives and End The Stigma around mental illness and suicide through community engagement and events that foster open conversation, promote resilience with education, and ensure access to resources.

OUR VISION
A world that prioritizes mental health, where resources are accessible for all – and a culture that champions open communication and rallies to support those living with and affected by mental illness. 

The Team Jakey Foundation was founded in 2014 after losing Jake Zeller to suicide.

As a way to honor Jake, the Zeller family came together and hosted the inaugural Gentleman Jake Memorial Cornhole Tournament that brought friends and family together and raised $2,400 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).

Team Jakey fights to End the Stigma with community events, local partnerships, and speaking engagements. Since 2014, Team Jakey has raised over $500,000 for suicide prevention, supporting groups like the AFSP and Provident Behavioral Health in St. Louis.


Over $500,000 for suicide prevention, supporting groups like the AFSP and Provident Behavioral Health in St. Louis.

Worked side by side with St. Louis area organizations and companies, including St. Louis CITY SC, and Keeley Construction, to provide education and awareness surrounding mental health and suicide prevention.

Team Jakey member, the late Mike Otten spearheaded the launch of MLS’ Tackle the Struggle initiative, in which the St. Louis SC received an award from the MLS.

Team Jakey member, Sam Zeller, appeared on the AFSP’s Survivor Day 2023 panel discussion broadcast nationwide.

Appearances on KMOV and KTRS The Big D Show With Heidi Glaus.

Appearances and collaborations with the Mostly Superheroes Podcast, More To Say with Randi Naughton, and Fox 2 News.

Featured as 4 Hands’ Charity on Tap at Alamo Drafthouse.

Hosted community events like Drink for a Cause and Taps for Team Jakey.

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