Sean Bushnell Memorial

Memorial for Sean Bushnell benefitting Robbie's Hope Foundation.

Sean went to high school with, and was a tennis teammate with Robbie, for whom this foundation is named. Robbie's Hope is helping increase awareness of suicide among young adults and teens.

Suicide is the second-leading cause of death among teens in the U.S. and the number one cause in Colorado, where Robbie’s Hope began. But what’s more staggering than the statistics is that there isn’t more being done to help the individuals affected most—teens.

It is our goal to empower the next generation to cope with the stress and pressure of modern society. To redefine what “good” actually looks like. To help teens recognize warning signs and realize they’re not alone. To allow them to feel their voices are being heard, letting them know it’s ok to ask for help, and giving them the tools and resources they need to rally together and talk openly about their struggles.

Through compassion, empathy and communication, we are building communities of support where it is not only acceptable, but normal, to talk about depression and anxiety.

What we are doing works...in the past 2 1/2 years the rate of teen suicide has been cut in half in Jefferson County Colorado, our backyard. We need to replicate our success in the other 3,005 counties in the United States. Together we can make that happen.