Events That Heal and Unite

Pro skateboarders John Gardner, Wes Kremer and Brandon Turner skated with attendees, judged a skate contest, and facilitated a conversation about mental health, physical well-being, and suicide in a safe space for teens and young adults.

Hosted at Four Lakes Snowsports in Lisle, this annual event honors the lives of Max Wijangco and another young man from the Four Lakes community who both lost their lives to suicide.

As avid snowboarders and friends from Four Lakes, Max and Sean’s legacy lives on through this event. The Rail Jam draws people of all ages from throughout the Chicago community and beyond for a day or competition, comraderie, and remembrance.

Little Pops Pizza and Cupcakery 51 are the proud sponors of this event, donating dozens of cupcakes and tasty pizzas. Four Lakes in Lisle is kind enough to dedicate the space and employees who help to make this event possible every year.

In September 2023, Max’s Mission hosted QPR training at Metea Valley High School. The 90-minute training equips participants to help save lives during a mental health crisis by teaching them practical skills, much like CPR for physical health emergencies.

In September 2023, Max’s Mission hosted QPR training at Metea Valley High School. The 90-minute training equips participants to help save lives during a mental health crisis by teaching them practical skills, much like CPR for physical health emergencies.