We created the J. Carson Capik Foundation after the tragic loss of our oldest son, Carson, to suicide. This heartbreaking event motivated us to turn our loss and grief into a mission to help others. Our goals are lofty but rooted in our local community: to help prevent similar tragedies by creating awareness of teenage suicide, providing resources to help teens navigate through difficult times, offering annual memorial “Be the Light” scholarships for local students, and more opportunities in the future. We never knew what the future would hold for Carson, but we always thought the world would know his name. We are determined to grow this foundation in Carson’s just as we watched him grow during his time with us. Although the journey is challenging, we are proud of what we have achieved so far.