HELP US ELIMINATE RIP CURRENT DEATHS
The Je'Sani Smith Foundation's purpose is to save lives by providing education, awareness, and water skills training on beach safety, seaward-flowing water currents, and other coastal hazards. Increasing awareness of natural conditions that pose an imminent danger and risk at our beaches, such as rip currents, is a crucial component to improve public health and safety.
Je’Sani Inspires Us All To Be Safe
Je’Sani Smith, a good-natured, popular high school athlete, loved nature, especially the beach. On April 11, 2019, eight days after his 18th birthday, he was swept away by a rip current at Whitecap beach in Corpus Christi, Texas (Padre Island). Although he was a great athlete and swimmer, the rip current was stronger.
Whether you're racing for a personal best or just soaking in the ocean breeze, our Surviving The Rip 5K/10K is an unforgettable experience!
April is Beach Safety Awareness Month, and every step you take helps fund essential beach safety programs that save lives!
This event isn't just about running – it’s about supporting a cause that matters.
Don’t miss out! Sign up with the link below!
Je'Sani Smith Foundation Beach Safely Course
In this free 1-hour course developed with the PowerUp Mighty Network, you'll discover the secrets of staying safe and having a blast at the beach.
From understanding rip currents to decoding beach warning flags, we've got you covered. You'll also meet our Beach Safely Champions, including experts in ocean safety and coastal AI.
A login must be created to access the program.
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Our goals are to eliminate the number of deaths, rescues and illnesses due to seaward-flowing water currents and other coastal hazards by raising awareness and providing water safety training and education programs to students, communities and beach-goers.
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The Je'Sani Smith Foundation is managed by a Board of Directors.
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Donations to the Foundation go towards the mission of the organization; including education programs regarding water safety through the Je'Sani Smith Beach Safety Alert and the Je'Sani Smith Scholarship Fund.
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Current projects include the Je'sani Smith Beach Safety Alert Task force - a team of community volunteers promoting water safety.
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Visit a local beach safety event near you! We hold monthly community meetings and recruit volunteers for future campaigns.
Public Service Announcements
Know Before You Go
Wear or use floatation devices in deeper water
If someone is in distress call for help immediately. Don’t Wait!
Do your part and encourage others to “Know Before You Go.”
Review our tips for rip current awareness so you can #BEachSAFEly
Get Involved with JSF!
Sharing information on rip currents and other coastal hazards takes a community and we've been lucky to have many volunteers step up and help save lives. Contact us using the form below to find out how you can help or sign up at our Volunteer page.
