Who we are
& why we’re here
We aid in suicide prevention efforts by promoting cultural awareness, outreach, education, and advocacy through community led events
Inspired by the memory of Michael Thomas Keyes who was lost to suicide in 2011, the mission of Team 20 S.O.S. (Strike Out Suicide) is to aid in the cultural awareness and acknowledgement of depression and other mental health issues that contribute to the prevalence of suicide.
In celebration of Michael’s love of softball, Team 20 S.O.S. hosts annual softball tournaments to raise money and support for suicide prevention hotlines, depression treatment facilities, community centers, and hospitals.
Through personal testimony of recovering sufferers and casual conversations among participants, affected individuals can gain solace in knowing that they do not fight depression alone.
As we remove the stigmas associated with mental illness through advocacy, outreach, and education, we will be able to help save the lives of those that are experiencing the type of excruciating suffering that Michael did.
We’re Team 20, and we’ll always be here to step up to the plate and fight for you.
John C. Keyes, President
Mike’s older brother.
John started Team 20 S.O.S. to help other families overcome the pain, fear, and fate of suicide. Providing information to help them understand this is a disease and there is hope.
John T. Keyes, Vice President
Mike’s father.
”Pops”, as many refer to him, has a passion to provide information on warning signs of depression and suicide to everyone.
Deborah G. Keyes, Treasurer
Mike’s mother.
“Momma Keyes”, as she is affectionately known, has battled depression for over 40 years of her life. She knows how crippling the disease can be and personally makes it her mission to help anyone who might be even the slightest bit sad get the help they need.
Stacey L. Keyes, Secretary
Mike’s sister-in-law.
Stacey is committed to changing the stigma of depression by helping remove the shame and secrecy of this disease.