About Us

The Hope for B.E.S.T. (Be the End to Silent Thoughts) is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for mental health awareness programs and resources for students in Lorain County. After losing my triplet brother, Dan Best, to death by suicide, I decided to turn a tragedy into a purpose. The Hope for B.E.S.T. mission is "to raise awareness and provide support for individuals facing mental health challenges by fostering education, compassion, and access to resources that empower communities to prioritize mental well-being and break the stigma surrounding mental health." Now more than ever, there is an epidemic of mental health issues among our youth, and they need our help. I have written a book called, by all means...JUST SAY IT and for the past three years, held an annual event that has raised $30K, with all proceeds going to mental health awareness programs in schools. The Hope for B.E.S.T. will be holding another event this September called The Hope for B.E.S.T. "Fest".