Who we are

We are a group of Sam’s family and close friends, who when confronted with Sam’s passing from suicide in 2020 decided to honor him by devoting our time and energy to supporting mental health awareness and suicide prevention causes.

Our Mission is simple - to create awareness and promote prevention related to suicide and depression, and provide hope to those affected by it.

Since 2021, we have raised over $300,000 that was donated to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the Northside Youth Organization, the Hidden Opponent and We Stand Together, and we are currently funding a mental health focused academic research project spearheaded by Texas Tech professor Eric Rasmussen.

We miss Sam dearly. Sam was a tremendous athlete and competitor, a loved friend, brother, and son and the funniest person in the room. Unfortunately, his story of a life cut short by suicide is far too common in today’s world, especially among young adults. We will always remember Sam for the incredible impact he had on others during his time here, but through our organization’s efforts, it is our hope that he will be remembered more by the positive impact his story has created long after his passing.