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Carson's Cause...
...supports efforts that improve community brain health to ultimately save loved ones from suicide.

THE MISSION

The mission of Carson’s Cause is to partner with schools and community groups to: 
  • recognize early symptoms of struggling brain health.
  • normalize discussion about it.
  • simplify access to care.
  • provide options for emergency help, including the 988 Suicide Lifeline.
While the fund exists to support all such efforts, those involving youth will be prioritized, because kids are tomorrow’s leaders, and they’ll be best equipped to make a difference having grown up with proper dialogue and tools.

THE MOTIVATION

Carson Ehde took his life at age 21 on Sept. 13, 2022, after a few months of depression-like symptoms and an inability to see a path toward wellness. He had expressed shame in his lack of motivation and frustration with poor access to effective treatment. 

Following his death, Carson’s family and friends channeled gifts and resources into a local fund that they hoped could prevent the same outcome in others. 

“We dream of a day when caring for our brains is no different from treating allergies, injuries or any other physical ailment,” they shared.

​“Kids in second grade learn about the importance of brushing their teeth. We hope a new generation of kids will grow up recognizing common brain ailments, knowing how to talk about them and having access to straightforward treatment — without shame, stigma or obstacles of an inadequate health care system. Had Carson and other suicide victims of his era been equipped in this way, we wonder if their outcomes could have been different.”

THE HOPE

Carson’s Cause hopes to build a future where the following is true:
  • All classrooms have a curriculum and plan that supports the brain health of all students.
  • All teens and young adults have the tools to navigate brain health issues and to seek help when needed.
  • Everyone recognizes brain health as an important component of general health and wellness.
To support our mission, consider a tax-deductible donation directly to Carson’s Cause
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TELEPHONE NUMBER
507-220-2424
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ADDRESS
P,O. Box 623
102 E. Main St.
Luverne, MN 56156
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  • Home
  • About
    • LACF History
    • News and Events
    • Contact Information
    • Board of Directors
  • Scholarship
    • PEO Scholarship
    • Hawes Scholarship
  • Become a Donor
    • Max Your Community
    • LHS 2184 Campaign
    • Carson’s Cause
    • $20 monthly gift
    • Benefits to the Donor
    • Donor Stories >
      • Harold and Mary Tilstra Story
      • Green/Sprecher Family Fund
      • Gene and Barb Ashby
      • Katie Hemme’s Story
      • LaRock Family Story
      • Eric Crabtree Memorial Story
      • Dinger Family DAF
    • Special Gifts
    • Donor List
    • Make a Donation
  • Grants
    • Apply Now
    • Grant Distribution Formula
    • Who Can Apply?
    • Application Information
    • Grant Review Process
    • Past Grant Earners
  • Partners
    • Generations
    • BackPack Program
    • Ben Franklin Lodge Masonic Temple
    • Big Buddies of Rock County
    • Blue Mound Area Theater
    • Child Guide
    • Childs Remembrance Garden
    • Coffee Contemporary Arts
    • Hinkly House Museum
    • Luv1LuvAll
    • Luverne Basketball Association
    • Luverne Community Education
    • Luverne Education/Legacy Fund (LELF)
    • Luverne Rotary Club
    • Luverne Volleyball Association
    • Maplewood Cemetery, Luverne
    • Rock County Ag Society
    • Rock County Food Shelf
    • Rock County Historical Society
    • Rock County Opportunities
    • Rock County Veterans Fund
    • Rock Ranch, Hills
    • Sanford Healing Gardens
    • Sanford Health Luverne
    • Sanford Hospice Luverne
    • Southwest Crisis Center
  • Awards
    • Outstanding Corportation/Business
    • Spirit of Philanthropy
    • Nonprofit Spotlight
  • Resources
    • Fund Advisor Portal
    • Frequently Used Forms
    • For Advisors >
      • CRT Zoom with Jayna Voss
      • Your Client and Philanthropic Planning
      • Frequently Asked Questions
      • Donor Advised Funds
  • Community Funds