WHAT WE DO
What We Do
At Silver Lining of Hope, we stand with survivors, families of the missing and murdered, and those left behind in cold or uncharged cases. We bridge families and the justice system to bring truth, accountability, and HOPE.
We're Here To Help
Are you a family member searching for answers in an unsolved or uncharged homicide, a suspicious death, or a missing person case?
Are you a detective, prosecutor, or part of a law enforcement team working a difficult case?
Silver Lining of Hope is here to stand with you.
Reach out today to see how we can help.
Our Mission
Silver Lining of Hope, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing a spectrum of injustices: missing persons, the "forgotten," cold cases, unsolved and uncharged homicides, domestic violence, and more.
We work on both sides of the system: alongside the families of the voiceless and with law enforcement, detectives, and prosecutors to investigate cases and renew hope.
We are a voice for the voiceless, a bridge between families and the justice system, and an advocate for change—committed to preventing violence and standing with those left behind.
Vision
A Silver Lining of Hope, Inc envisions a world where no family is left behind—where abuse is recognized before it turns fatal, the missing are urgently searched for, and the murdered are not forgotten.
In this future, survivors are heard and protected, professionals are trained to act on red flags, and trauma-informed systems respond with urgency—not apathy. Justice is not delayed or denied. Research informs policy, evidence leads to accountability, and the lived experiences of survivors help shape a safer, more responsive world.
We imagine a system that learns from its failures—and chooses to do better. For each victim still with us, and every one lost too soon.
"A Silver Lining of Hope"
What is, "A Silver Lining of Hope?"
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It means.. Even in the darkest storms, there can be light. A Silver Lining of Hope was created to honor Megan's mother, Leslie "Hope" Houston, whose life was so much more than the way she died. Her story will not end as “just another statistic.”
Instead, her name carries forward a mission—to renew hope for others, and to help families and survivors find their own silver lining of hope.
STATUS & TAX DEDUCTIBILITY
Silver Lining of Hope, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Our EIN is 39-2169099.
vision
When tragedy strikes.. We want to make sure justice isn’t buried, or delayed. We aim to help build stronger, clearer protocols for law enforcement. We want officers, medical professionals, EMTs, and others on the front lines to be not just aware—but, fully trained in how to recognize and respond to domestic violence in all of its forms. We believe trauma-informed, domestic violence, and strangulation education must be required across every frontline system—from emergency rooms to police departments to EMS. Because what’s missed in an ER… What’s dismissed during a call to 911… What’s overlooked during wellness checks... When the dominant aggressor is wrongly chosen.. Can be the difference between life and death—Justice, or none at all. And when tragedy does strike, we want to be there for the families who don’t know where to turn, what to ask, or how to even begin advocating for their loved one. Silver Lining of Hope exists to be that person—for as many prosecutors, detectives, families, survivors, and cases as we can reach.
goals
Our goal is to work across, with and alongside medical, legal, and investigative systems to •Support families who’ve lost a loved one and or are fighting for answers •Bridge the gaps between families and professionals—prosecutors, detectives, coroners, medical experts •Analyze case materials —including police reports, medical records, imaging, and autopsy reports—through a forensic and evidence-informed lens. •Train professionals using evidence-based tools and protocols such as identifying who the aggressor is, trauma response, and documentation •Collaborate with experts —forensic pathologists, nurses, prosecutors, advocates—to improve investigative procedures and institutional responses •Influence policy and reform, especially in cases where victims cannot speak for themselves
your support helps us...
Your support will help launch Silver Lining of Hope officially and allow us to •File for 501(c)(3) nonprofit status to access grants, offer tax-deductible receipts, and operate with full legal standing •Offer direct case support to families navigating unexplained injuries, missed evidence, or fatal domestic violence outcomes •Expand our website into a 24/7 digital resource hub for families, survivors, law enforcement, medical professionals, and prosecutors •Create, print, and share evidence-based forensic guides and toolkits—resources for survivors, families, and frontline responders. •Build a volunteer team of advisors from across legal, forensic, and investigative fields to help us in our mission. •Fund travel, conferences, and outreach, allowing us to advocate, and connect with the professionals and families who need us most.