June 24th will mark the 27th birthday of Jason Jolkowski, who disappeared at the age of 19 from his family’s driveway in Omaha, Nebraska, on June 13, 2001. He has not been seen or heard from since. His cell phone has never been used, and his bank account has never been accessed. He simply disappeared without a trace one morning while he was outside bringing in trash cans.
His mother, Kelly Jolkowski, founded Project Jason with this mission: “to create and increase public awareness of missing people through a variety of outreach and educational activities. Project Jason seeks to bring hope and assistance to families of the missing by providing resources and support.”
These resources include flyers, personal ID kits, state legislation, and more. In a bid to raise $2,700 by October 6th, the fifth anniversary of the organization, Project Jason is seeking donations of $27. You can read details about the fund raising campaign here, and you can make donations by credit card or paypal on the website.
There is something that leaps across cyber space when you look at your picture posted in your blog. I believe that is a definite kindness in your heart. Thank you so much for writing about Project Jason. It is such a sad event when a son is suddenly whisked away from a family. No goodbyes, no last touches. Bless you for sharing this story.
Michelle, thank you so much for sharing Jason’s story. It means the world to all of us at Project Jason.