Our Story

The beginning of Sandal Blue

Founded by survivors, for survivors, our mission is to bring comfort, connection, and real-life resources to others walking the long, overwhelming road after a motor vehicle accident.

Trevor (dad) and Seantae (mom) were rewarding their 14-year-old twins (Cameron and Owen) with a backpacking trip for getting great grades in school. While they were driving on a two-lane highway, a vehicle passed a semi-truck and failed to see them. The vehicles hit head on at highway speeds. Between them, their injuries covered almost an entire body. 3 were critical and they all faced a very long road of recovery. They were grateful for all the help they received throughout their whole journey – but always wished there were more resources available and help from people who really understood. Sandal Blue Foundation was born just one year after their accident.

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About Us

Sandal Blue Foundation

Our Mission

Our Mission

Today, Sandal Blue Foundation offers hospital visits, recovery kits, a growing resource hub, and educational outreach programs—all built on lived experience and compassion. Whether you're a survivor, caregiver, or supporter, we’re here to walk beside you, every step of the way.
Our Name

Our Name

It may initially seem like an odd title for a non-profit. But when we were in a motor vehicle accident, first responders quickly entered a ‘John Doe’ name into the system for Trevor, so they could begin his chart. ‘Sandal Blue’ was Trevor’s trauma name. It remained that way for many days and it stuck with us.
Our Logo

Our Logo

After a motor vehicle accident, everyone has their own peaks and valleys to deal with. We were involved in our accident on the way to go backpacking - and have noticed so many similarities between recovery and backpacking in the mountains. Each individual has their own unique set of challenges as they climb their peaks, taking it all one step at a time.
Our Team

Who is behind the mission?

Seantae Jackson

Co-Founder & Executive Director

Trevor Jackson

Co-Founder & Secretary

Tina West

Treasurer

Leisa Wallace

Working Board Member & Business Development Manager

Micah Widen

Advisor
We Need You!

We're currently building relationships with:

Volunteers & Survivor Families

If you’re a survivor, caregiver, or someone who wants to serve, we’d love to connect. Survivor families help shape our programs with real-life insight, and volunteers help us deliver support—like assembling Recovery & Resiliency Kits, sharing resources, and building a community where no one heals alone.

Hospitals & Healthcare Systems

We partner with hospitals to bring survivor-led support into recovery—through patient advocacy, bedside (or virtual) visits, and trauma-informed education for staff and students. We currently have access through Primary Children’s Hospital and serve Northern Utah most easily, but hospital safety rules, scheduling, and geography can affect whether an in-person visit is possible—virtual support is often available.

Nonprofits & Community Organizations

We collaborate with nonprofits and community partners to expand the safety net for survivors and families. Whether it’s referrals, co-hosted events, education workshops, or shared resources, we’re here to strengthen what already exists and make sure survivors can find help faster.

Business & Corporate Sponsors

Businesses can power tangible hope through sponsorships and giving—funding Recovery & Resiliency Kits, building our Trauma Recovery Resource Hub, or supporting survivor visits and outreach. Corporate partners can also help through matching gifts, employee volunteer days, and in-kind donations that directly impact families rebuilding after trauma.

Journalists & Media Platforms

Media partners help amplify survivor voices with dignity and purpose—shining a light on recovery, safety, and the realities families face after serious crashes. If you’re a journalist, podcaster, or creator, we’re available for interviews and stories that educate, protect, and share hope without sensationalizing trauma.

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