On May 5, 2024, our world changed forever. Our sweet, kind-hearted son Sammy, just 10 years old, took his own life after enduring relentless bullying. Though surrounded by friends and love, he believed this was the only escape from the pain.
Sammy had a heart of gold. He was full of love, joy, and potential. In his memory, we created Sammy’s Tree Foundation to spark change — not just in our community, but around the world.
Suicide is the second leading cause of death in children. That’s not just a heartbreaking statistic — it’s one we can control, and we will change. No child should ever feel like they are alone or that their life doesn’t matter.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: to prevent bullying and youth suicide through love, empathy, respect, and compassion. We believe that by teaching these values, one small step at a time, we can build a better, safer world for all children.
Thank you for taking the time to visit us and support our journey. Together, we can make a difference — for Sammy, and for every child who needs a voice.
With love,
The Teusch Family
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission.