Jacob's Afghan friends supported him and his mission, and honored his legacy. Now they need your help. Their work for peace, justice, and human rights have put their lives in danger. We have a way to help one of Jacob’s friends and wife escape Afghanistan, but we need to raise the funding first. We look forward to telling you their story when their lives are safe.
Several of the songs from Soldier’s Heart were inspired by the Afghans Jacob met when he returned to the country in 2011. In his album’s song book, he said he made the album in part to raise funds for other veterans to experience what he did on his return trip. While that dream may not come to pass in the near future, the next best thing is to provide the same friendship, support, and hospitality to the Afghans who showed it to Jacob.
“When Jacob came to visit us in Kabul, he sang his heart out for us, just like he did across the States for you. We may not remember the song, but his voice and spirit is what each of us wants, a spirit seizing peace within and without.”