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Be The Light

Creating space for conversation, connection, and hope around mental health and suicide prevention.

A community-rooted nonprofit supporting awareness, healing, and hope for those impacted by mental health challenges and loss.

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Awareness

We raise awareness around mental health and suicide prevention by creating space for open, honest conversation.

Our Mission

OUR PURPOSE

Education

We share practical tools that help people recognize when someone is struggling and know how to respond.

Connection

We bring people together so no one has to walk through hard moments alone.

OUR SERVICES

Be The Light Hope & Healing Mental Health Service

Individual Counseling

One-on-one support tailored to your story, needs, and pace in a safe, judgment-free space.

Grief & Loss Support

Compassionate care for those navigating loss, helping individuals process, heal, and find footing again.

Trauma-Informed Care

Support grounded in understanding trauma and its impact on mind, body, and emotions.

Holistic Approach

Care that honors the whole person, integrating emotional, mental, and personal well-being.

Safe & Welcoming Space

An environment rooted in dignity, trust, and compassion where every story is respected.

What started it all

11th Annual Smoke Your Butt Off Backyard BBQ

What started as a backyard cook-off has become a beloved community event, bringing families and neighbors together around food, fun, and friendly competition. 

Smoke Your Butt Off raises vital funds for suicide awareness, mental health support, and local Be The Light programs—all while giving space for both laughter and remembrance.

At its heart, the event reflects the spirit of Be The Light: community, compassion, and hope.

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Our Values

Compassion

Advocacy

Hope

Courage

Community

Impact Stories

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Me and my mom love coming down to shop at your store and support your cause of suicide awareness. We always have a great time seeing you guys and talking about life, and we always leave in such a great mood after being there.

We are north of Springfield, but we will gladly make the drive because your store means so much to so many people.

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The blessing box more than helped my household. Every single food item was useful ,used,and appreciated. It also shined a light letting us know people do still care. The time everybody put in  and love  we felt was immense. Thank you truly.

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Receiving the Blessing Box helped my family so much — we truly enjoyed the meal. It reminded me why I love living in a small town with such caring people. The contents were incredibly useful and easy to access; we had everything we needed for Thanksgiving, and my kids were even able to help make some of the food, which made it extra special.

Sponsors and partners

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