Our Story

To the outside world, Charlie was known as the successful owner of a 5-star HVAC business: dependable, hardworking, and genuinely kind. But behind that strength, he was quietly fighting a battle few ever saw.

He didn’t hide his struggle because he lacked character — he hid it because he loved deeply. He wanted to protect the people he cared about most, even if it meant carrying his pain alone.

When we lost him four years ago. I experienced firsthand the confusion, isolation, and stigma that so often follow overdose loss. I felt the whispers. I felt the judgment. And I felt how deeply alone grief can feel when it isn’t understood.

September’s Honey Foundation was born from that loss — and from deep love.

It was created to honor lives lost to addiction and overdose, and to walk alongside families navigating a kind of grief that few are prepared for. Too often, families grieving addiction-related loss are met with silence or shame. We believe no one should have to suffer in silence, and no one should have to grieve in the dark.

September’s Honey exists to bring light into dark seasons — offering comfort, remembrance, and hope to those who are hurting. Through faith-based outreach, prayer, and practical guidance, we strive to remind families that their loved one mattered, their grief is valid, and healing is possible.

We chose the name September’s Honey because even in the most bitter seasons of life, God still provides moments of sweetness, purpose, and restoration. Our mission is not to replace professional or clinical services, but to stand beside families with open hearts, gentle encouragement, and resources that point toward healing, support, and God’s enduring love.