JHW Foundation

The Watkins family is working tirelessly to launch this new organization in a continuing effort to raise awareness about a pervasive issue facing our “children”.

A human life is a story told by God.
Hans Christian Andersen

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The JHW Foundation is a not-for-profit foundation aimed at combating substance abuse and addiction in young people. The Foundation, named in honor of John Henry Watkins, III, aims to aid in the rehabilitation of youth by donation to existing treatment facilities, the sponsoring of individuals through all steps of the rehabilitative process, and the implementation of an educational program to be administered at the high school level. We are happy to say that 100% of donations to The JHW Foundation will go to helping these young men and women in a full recovery. We feel that our mission is vital to addressing a growing problem in our community’s youth, and that our Foundation can help a multitude of people.

Henry had grown accustomed to winning. He was a leader in academics, in athletics and in relationships. He had a team spirit and a sharp wit about him and often encouraged others to achieve their best. Henry’s close-knit family also offered him stability socially and financially. After successfully completing his studies at St. Christopher’s, Henry enrolled at James Madison University with a bright future in view.  But Henry discovered one challenge that he had never anticipated: addiction to pain medication. He never suspected that he was “hard wired” for this disease. With the love and support of family and friends, Henry fought diligently toward recovery. But on September 19, 2010, alcohol and pain killers won the battle. Henry left his family and friends behind to sort out what could have been a quite preventable death. 
What would you be willing to do to keep your child or a loved one from the fate that claimed Henry?

The JHW Foundation was established in memory of our son, John Henry Watkins, by one of his close friends, Kevin Meyer. The JHW Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to the aid of young men and women facing substance abuse problems.

Company Overview
The purpose of The JHW Foundation is to advance education regarding substance abuse addiction, assist in the rehabilitation, and to promote healthy living by aiding individuals and establishments that help young men and women, between the ages of 14 and 25, who suffer from addiction to alcohol and other substances; facilitate their acceptance of sobriety and foster recovery.
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