Our Story

A student-led nonprofit built alongside professional paramedics — because emergency preparedness should be accessible to everyone, everywhere.

How We Started

Born out of urgency.
Built by students.

Just In Case of Emergency was founded by a group of high school students who recognized a critical gap: most people don't know what to do in an emergency. Working alongside professional paramedics and first responders, we built a nonprofit dedicated to closing that gap — one community at a time.

We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Every program we run, every article we publish, and every workshop we host is driven by one belief: preparedness saves lives, and everyone deserves access to it.

Today, JICE operates chapters across the country, hosts in-person and virtual training events, and publishes free emergency education resources for students, families, and businesses alike.

JICE workshop in action

Our Impact

From workshops to online resources, JICE is reaching communities across the country.

50+

Workshops and training events conducted

10+

Active state chapters nationwide

500+

Student volunteers trained and engaged

100%

Free resources — no cost to the community

How We Work

Three pillars of preparedness

Everything we do falls under one of three core programs, each designed to make preparedness accessible at every level.

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Online Awareness

We publish free, expert-reviewed articles and guides covering everything from CPR basics to disaster planning — making life-saving knowledge available to anyone with an internet connection.

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Official Training

In partnership with certified paramedics and first responders, we deliver hands-on CPR, AED, and first-aid training workshops for schools, businesses, and community organizations.

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First-Aid Resources

From printable emergency checklists to supply guides, we create practical tools that help individuals and families build emergency kits and response plans tailored to their needs.

The People Behind JICE

Meet our team

JICE is run entirely by students from across the country, supported by professional advisors and paramedic partners.