JED responds to proposal to cut 988 services for LGBTQ+ youth

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people ages 12 to 24 in the United States. LGBTQ+ young people are approximately four times more likely to attempt suicide than their peers. Dire statistics, noted John MacPhee, CEO of the Jed Foundation (JED), responding to the FY 2026 budget proposal, which includes eliminating all funding for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline's LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Services.