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WHO WE ARE

We're a non-profit with a bold commitment to
suicide prevention

OUR MISSION

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WHAT WE DO

Beacon for Hope Suicide Prevention advances the conversation around proactive suicide prevention and mental health education through outreach, education, and action.

EDUCATION

Beacon for Hope Suicide Prevention provides key education and training to our community through research and the development of ongoing programs, training, and content promoting awareness around is relevant to mental wellness and suicide prevention

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RESOURCES

We produce and compile innovative, fact-based resources that bring knowledge, insights, and implications to the field of mental wellness and suicide prevention in our community.

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SUPPORT

We provide support to community members and continually advocate for suicide prevention and mental wellness at the local, state, and national level through key partnerships with the Kansas Suicide Prevention Coalition and the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

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HOPE

Beacon for Hope Suicide Prevention's core goal is to provide hope to those who have lost a loved one to suicide, who have struggled themselves, and those who are currently struggling. We seek to be a guiding light in our community above all else.

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THE FACTS

Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, many adults think about suicide or have made an attempt. In 2022, it is estimated that 13.2 million people in the U.S. seriously thought about suicide, including the 3.8 million that made a plan for suicide and the 1.6 million who attempted suicide.

RESOURCES

STRONGER THAN THE STORM PODCAST

Join Beacon for Hope’s Stronger Than the Storm Podcast, hosted by Founder Melissa Owen and Board Member Kenny Rodriguez, as they tackle the difficult but essential conversations about suicide prevention, mental wellness, and the power of reaching out.

Through real stories, expert insights, and open discussions, we aim to break the stigma and provide hope to those who need it most. Tune in monthly on Spotify and YouTube and be part of the conversation that saves lives.

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Creating a safer, more affirming world free from stigma is possible

Your donation can make a life-saving difference. Every contribution helps us provide essential resources, suicide prevention training, education, and support for those in need. By donating, you are helping to bring hope, raise awareness, and equip communities with the tools to prevent suicide. Together, we can create a world where no one feels alone in their struggles.