The Jess Roskelley Foundation exists to promote public projects and provide access to the wild places cherished by Jess, while preserving his legacy as a lifelong Spokane, Washington native and international elite alpinist. The Jess Roskelley Foundation exists to promote public projects and outdoor activities that will benefit generations to come and provide access to the wild places cherished by Jess, while preserving his legacy as a lifelong Spokane, Washington native and elite international alpinist. The Foundation funds public park playground features.