About the speedy foundation

The Speedy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization named after 3-time Olympian, Jeret "Speedy" Peterson of Boise, ID and Park City, UT, someone near and dear to us who we lost to suicide. Speedy was a champion for mental health, sharing his own struggles openly in a time before it was socially acceptable to do.

Our Mission

Our mission is to prevent suicide and take action for mental health. We believe that through education and awareness we can help individuals, organizations, and communities end mental health stigma, spark meaningful conversations, and create suicide prevention champions out of EVERYONE.

We are suicide prevention advocates by way of education and conversation.

We believe:

Suicide can be prevented by advocating for those who struggle with mental illness.
Suicide can be prevented by promoting conversation to end the stigma surrounding mental illness.
Suicide can be prevented by providing mental health education.

Our Motto

If you can talk about suicide, you can talk about anything.

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Statement

At The Speedy Foundation, we believe that justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) are essential to suicide prevention. When individuals feel seen, valued, and supported, they are more likely to reach out for help and find hope in their communities. Belonging is a powerful protective factor against suicide, and we are committed to fostering a world where everyone—regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, socioeconomic status, or lived experience—knows they belong.

We recognize that systemic injustices and inequities create barriers to mental health support, especially for historically marginalized communities. By addressing these disparities, amplifying underrepresented voices, and ensuring equitable access to life-saving resources, we strive to create spaces of true inclusion and connection.

Through our work, we commit to:

Justice: Challenging systemic inequalities that prevent access to mental health care.
Equity: Ensuring that support is available and accessible to all, especially those who have been historically underserved.
Diversity: Honoring the unique identities, experiences, and voices within our communities.
Inclusion: Creating spaces where everyone feels safe, heard, and empowered.

Belonging saves lives. When people feel connected to a community that values them, they are more likely to seek support, build resilience, and find hope. At The Speedy Foundation, we are dedicated to building a future where no one has to struggle alone—because you are worthy, you are needed, and you belong.

geographic reach

The Speedy Foundation originated in Idaho and Utah and has since expanded our reach to include the states of Nevada, California, and beyond. Despite being a remote organization, we are proud to have a diverse team of individuals who are passionate about advancing our mission and driving positive change in the world.

Land Acknowledgement

The Speedy Foundation honors the sovereignty of all Indigenous nations, their lands, and their waters. We recognize that these boundaries and territories are representations of the sacred. This is an honoring of Indigenous resilience past, present, and future. In an effort to respect and recognize their intrinsic ties to the land, we acknowledge that the work of The Speedy Foundation is located on the traditional territory of the Washoe, Shoshone, Bannock, Paiute, and Ute peoples and beyond. We make this acknowledgment as an act of reconciliation and express gratitude for these lands where we live, work, and play.