— By Jerry Carino, Asbury Park Press, May 13, 2024

“I’m hoping this will inspire somebody else to tell their story and make a difference in somebody else’s life,” Christine Moore said. “I say in the documentary and I say all the time: ‘I cannot have lost my son for nothing. Something good has to come from this.’”

— By Judy O’Gorman Alvarez, The Two River Times, May 2, 2024

In addition to helping people deal with grief, Sanchez – following the call from most mental health professionals – wants to erase the stigma of suicide. Comments suggesting a person with suicidal tendencies is somehow less worthy of grief or wondering why steps were not taken beforehand, he said, can be damaging.

“Changing the language a little bit helps,” he said.

"We aren’t just highlighting the struggles; we're showcasing the strength and resilience of the human spirit…Together, we can transform stories of sorrow into narratives of strength and hope."

“Right now, John co-founded a foundation he’s helping to build with his longtime friend and legendary photographer Danny Sanchez. It’s called Mary’s Garden and its mission is to offer hope and healing to those who have lost a loved one to suicide through a series of videos that share stories. Their inaugural event is in collaboration with the YMCA and will be held at The Vogel on May 14. I’ve been watching John and the other board members pour so much energy into building Mary’s Garden. It’s hard work, and it’s hard not to be proud of John for taking on such a project.'“