About Us
Providing a resource for those who have been touched by suicide and making a difference in the prevention of suicide
through education and awareness programs.
Who We Are
On October 28, 2004 our son, Stephen Lee Puckett took his own life. We found there was no specific suicide grief support in our community. We have come to find that grief related to a suicide is very complex, intense and traumatic for the ones left behind.
We began a support group in 2006 for suicide survivors. In May of that year we began a monthly newsletter which goes out to 600+ people. We have also become advocates for suicide prevention in our county and surrounding areas as well.
Our Organization's Mission
"Providing a resource for those who have been touched by suicide and making a difference in the precention of suicide through education and awareness."
Who We Serve
Iredell and surrounding counties in NC.
Our Programs
Monthly grief support group.
Various suicide prevention and awareness workshops.
Upcoming Events
October 18th
Out of the Darkness Walk
Freedom Park
Charlotte, NC
| Year Founded : |
2005 |
| 501(c)(3) Ruling Year : |
2006 |
What Sets Us Apart
90% of all suicides have a treatable illness.
Objectives for This Fiscal Year
Increasing awareness of the tragedy of suicide. Raising funds to present more workshops.
Recent Accomplishments
ASIST training program.
In 2007 we joined with others to host the first Out of the Darkness community walk in Charlotte, NC. The proceeds from this event help with research and education programs to prevent suicide save lives, increase national awareness about depression and suicide, and assist survivors of suicide loss.
Our 2008 Out of the Darkness walk will be held in Charlotte on October 18th.
