To all of Sean Costello's Friends, I would like you to know about the Sean Costello Memorial Fund for Bipolar Research. Sean overcame many challenges, not the least of which was severe shyness and social anxiety. He demonstrated unbelievable strength to triumph and blaze paths that others could not even dream of. With this in mind, the foundation has specific goals:

* To support research for early intervention and diagnosis
* To provide support for families
* To research the connection between bipolar disorder and social anxiety
* To lobby for health care policy change to afford help before damage is irreparable
* To provide funds for musicians who suffer such emotional challenges, but who often have no health insurance and who live in a world riddled with triggers that encourage relapse.

Eventually, it would be my dream to have a center for recovery for musicians and artists, with treatment modalities appropriate for their biochemistry and unique gifts for communication and introspection. I would ask that you consider contributing to this fund as well as providing us with any ideas that you may have for furthering its cause. Sean's life was one of giving in every way he knew how, and I would like to continue that spirit in his honor.

You can donate by emailing tray@bbandt.com or mailing donation to The Sean Costello Memorial Fund for Bipolar Research at BB&T 3620 Tramore Pointe Parkway Austell GA 30106. I thank you for all of your support of Sean and hope you will contiune to spread his music to all you know. It is the legacy he deserves and would be humbly proud to receive.

- Debbie Smith (Sean's Mom)