Patrick Heinold was 17 years old when he took his life on February 4th, 2017. Patrick was the last person anyone expected to fall to suicide, as he was everyone's best friend and favorite person, and thrived in all that he did. Patrick was a member of the Bolles' Men's Varsity Basketball Team and also participated in band and Junior Mentors while attending The Bolles School as a junior. Patrick was a member of the Parking Ministry at Christ's Church and was an active member of Young Life. Patrick's legacy will forever live on in how he treated others, befriended everyone he met, and embodied Christ in everything he did. We will miss and love you forever Patrick.
To promote suicide prevention through programs dedicated to the well-being and mental health of our nation's teens.
Encouraged by Local Young Life and American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) organizations.
The Patrick Heinold Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity. Tax ID # 82-3435159.
Patrick's teammates / classmates came up with the idea of a 3v3 Basketball Tournament in his honor. The ringleaders were Collin Grasher, Mackie Garwood, Jacob Glassman, Will Shepherd, Davey Crouch, Josiah Johnson, and Rushton Roberts. The Bolles School graciously hosted the 1st Annual Patrick's 3v3 Basketball Tournament on Saturday March 17th, 2018 (Saint Patrick's Day!)
We cannot thank them enough for the time, effort and love that got this off the ground and running. There were many solid parent's behind the scene as well and of course all the volunteers! We are Blessed. Hank, Kristin and Paige Heinold
We also funded the local Young Life organization with $5,000 for their summer camp scholarship program.
The 1st Annual Patrick's 3v3 Basketball Tournament on March 17, 2018 at The Bolles School was successful. This event's proceeds funded the local Northeast Florida Chapter of American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) with $5,000 for their programs.
'Have you thought about hurting yourself?' | Parents of young man who took his life say hard conversations are key When Patrick Heinold took his own life, his parents say no one saw it coming. Now they're inviting everyone to a basketball/volleyball tourney to raise awareness.
The Patrick Heinold Foundation video on Oct 8, 2021 with the Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute. Sunday, October 10th, 2021 was World Mental Health Day. This day is to help spread global awareness about mental health issues. In this video, Hank and Kristin Heinold share their story about their son, Patrick, and their foundation. JOI believes that your mental health and well-being should be a priority every day. If you or someone needs help, please call 800-273-8255 or text LIFE to 741741.
First Coast News segment with Coach Mike Gillespie Sr. ----- Why? Why? Why? Suicides leave local families with painful questions. First Coast News April 2, 2019
Collin Grasher, Will Shepherd and Davey Crouch interviewed by Jeannie Blaylock - First Coast News segment on 1st Annual Patrick's 3v3 Basketball Tournament on March 17, 2018
Jacksonville players team up for teen suicide prevention Basketball tournament honors Bolles student who took his own life. Watch video of the tournament. By Ashley Spicer - Reporter, anchor Posted: 6:29 PM, March 17, 2018 Updated: 10:15 AM, March 19, 2018
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The Patrick Heinold Foundation, Inc.
3840-1 Williamsburg Park Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32257.
The Patrick Heinold Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity. Tax ID # 82-3435159.