My name is Chris Maher. On May 15th, 2026, my nineteen-year-old son Collin died by suicide. He had ADHD from the first grade and twelve years of caring, capable treatment — and was never once screened for the emotional dysregulation that took his life, because our system doesn't look for it.
This foundation exists to change that: to find the children who carry this hidden risk, and to reach them before a crisis — so that the next child who looks exactly as Collin did is found in time.
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, any time, day or night.
What parents, schools, and supporters can do today.
Finding the hidden risk behind youth suicide — before the crisis. In memory of Collin Charles Maher.
The son we lost, and the young man who inspired this work.
The gap that took Collin — and the plan to close it.
What is the Cocoa Classic?
The Cocoa Classic 5k Run is an exciting event for all participants!
It's a fun and fast race on a USATF-certified course that can be a personal challenge and a chance to qualify for the Peachtree Road Race.
Get ready to put on your running shoes and have an unforgettable experience filled with excitement, accomplishment, and a little sweetness!
Learn more about the Cocoa Classic through our media coverage:
https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/sandy-springs
https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/collin-maher-runner-donates-shoes-lake-forest-elementary
https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2025/02/04/5k-shoes-that-fit-sandy-springs/
https://www.runnersworld.com/news/a43866904/teen-runner-donates-600-pairs-of-shoes/
Elevate the memory.
Forget the t-shirt at the finish line; this race ends with a YETI cup for every finisher!
