When you get involved with the You Matter Foundation, you’re doing more than supporting a cause—you’re changing lives. Your contributions directly empower individuals through education, trauma-informed care, and community-building programs. Together, we can create safer, stronger communities where everyone feels supported and valued.
Every donation, volunteer hour, and partnership helps us make a tangible difference. By joining our mission, you become part of a movement that uplifts, educates, and empowers.
Your generosity fuels meaningful change. Here’s how we use your contributions to make a difference:
Provide workshops on trauma-informed care, peer support, and empowerment strategies.
Fund self-defense classes, outreach events, and awareness campaigns to strengthen local communities.
Investing in technology and resources to enhance the organization's ability to reach and impact more people.
Allocating funds for administrative and operational expenses to ensure the smooth functioning of the organization and its programs.
Your support enables me to go on mission trips within the United States and other countries, where I provide trauma-informed care and comprehensive situational awareness training to individuals in need. These mission trips aim to empower individuals to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and awareness in all aspects of their well-being.
There are many ways to make a difference through the You Matter Foundation:
Every contribution—big or small—helps us provide critical programs and services.
Offer your time and talents to support events, workshops, or outreach efforts.
Partner with us to fund specific initiatives and amplify your impact.
Collaborate with us to bring meaningful change to the community.
No matter how you choose to get involved, your support matters. Join us in making a lasting impact today.
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17
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Join me at my table display in Conneaut Lake PA to explore a fantastic selection of safety items and merchandise that I have available for you! 💛💙 Whether you're looking to enhance your personal safety or find the perfect gift, I've got something special just for you. Can't wait to see you there! 😊
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☀️𝐉o𝐢n u𝐬 𝐟o𝐫 𝐚n u𝐧f𝐨r𝐠e𝐭t𝐚b𝐥e c𝐞l𝐞b𝐫a𝐭i𝐨n i𝐧 𝐡o𝐧o𝐫 𝐨f a𝐥l t𝐡e a𝐦a𝐳i𝐧g m𝐨m𝐬 𝐨u𝐭 𝐭h𝐞r𝐞! W𝐡e𝐭h𝐞r y𝐨u’r𝐞 𝐝i𝐬c𝐨v𝐞r𝐢n𝐠 𝐧e𝐰 𝐟a𝐯o𝐫i𝐭e s𝐩o𝐭s o𝐫 𝐫e𝐯i𝐬i𝐭i𝐧g b𝐞l𝐨v𝐞d l𝐨c𝐚l g𝐞m𝐬, t𝐡i𝐬 𝐞v𝐞n𝐭 𝐩r𝐨m𝐢s𝐞s e𝐱c𝐞p𝐭i𝐨n𝐚l d𝐞a𝐥s a𝐧d d𝐞l𝐢g𝐡t𝐟u𝐥 𝐬u𝐫p𝐫i𝐬e𝐬.
🅔🅥🅔🅝🅣 🅗🅘🅖🅗🅛🅘🅖🅗🅣🅢:
- Explore & Discover: Visit your favorite participating businesses and uncover some hidden treasures along the way.
- Grand Prize Giveaway: Every business you visit grants you an additional entry for a chance to win our fabulous Grand Prize, generously contributed by all participating businesses!
Participating Businesses Include:
- 𝘓𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦&𝘚𝘱𝘢
- 𝘌𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘎𝘭𝘰𝘸
- 𝘙𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘦’𝘴
- 𝘉𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘢’𝘴 𝘚𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯
- 𝘚𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘦𝘢𝘩𝘳𝘢𝘺’𝘴 𝘉𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦
- 𝘗𝘈 𝘞𝘢𝘬𝘦 & 𝘚𝘬𝘢𝘵𝘦
- 𝘙𝘢𝘭𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘏𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘦
- 𝘏𝘢𝘯𝘬’𝘴 𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘻𝘦𝘯 𝘊𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘥
- 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘍𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘐𝘯𝘤
- 𝘉𝘢𝘺𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘏𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴
- 𝘓𝘪𝘯𝘹 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘎𝘰
Special Partnership:
- Proudly presented in collaboration with Visit Crawford!
𝐂e𝐥e𝐛r𝐚t𝐞 𝐭h𝐞 𝐥o𝐯e a𝐧d a𝐩p𝐫e𝐜i𝐚t𝐢o𝐧 𝐟o𝐫 𝐦o𝐭h𝐞r𝐬 𝐞v𝐞r𝐲w𝐡e𝐫e b𝐲 𝐬u𝐩p𝐨r𝐭i𝐧g l𝐨c𝐚l b𝐮s𝐢n𝐞s𝐬e𝐬 𝐚n𝐝 𝐞n𝐣o𝐲i𝐧g e𝐱c𝐥u𝐬i𝐯e d𝐞a𝐥s. 𝐈t’s t𝐡e p𝐞r𝐟e𝐜t o𝐩p𝐨r𝐭u𝐧i𝐭y t𝐨 𝐜r𝐞a𝐭e m𝐞m𝐨r𝐚b𝐥e e𝐱p𝐞r𝐢e𝐧c𝐞s w𝐢t𝐡 𝐥o𝐯e𝐝 𝐨n𝐞s w𝐡i𝐥e e𝐱p𝐥o𝐫i𝐧g a𝐥l t𝐡a𝐭 𝐨u𝐫 𝐜o𝐦m𝐮n𝐢t𝐲 𝐡a𝐬 𝐭o o𝐟f𝐞r.
💐Don’t Miss Out on the Fun! Come and make this Mother’s Day celebration a truly special occasion for everyone.
#meadvillepa #CommunityEvent #MentalHealthMatters #Empowerment #YouMatterFoundation #crawfordcounty #CommunityStrength #mothersday
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Join us for an empowering self-defense class in collaboration with local trauma therapist Kayla Scheanon, @selfpartneredtherapist, and Susie Delo from You Matter Foundation, Inc. This event is designed to enhance your mental fitness, trauma healing, and self-care skills.
🗓️ Date: Friday, June 13, 2025
📍 Location: 145 Water Street, Conneaut Lake, PA 16316
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Don't miss this opportunity to learn essential situational awareness and self-defense techniques. Secure your spot today by texting "Self Defense" to 814-573-3011.
Let's take this important step towards mental health and personal empowerment together! 💪
#SelfDefense #TraumaInformedCare #Empowerment #SelfPartneredTherapist #YouMatterFoundation #CommunityEvent #meadvillepa #DamselInDefense #YouMatter #MentalHealthMatters #SituationalAwareness
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🧠 May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental health matters every day — and this month, we’re spotlighting the amazing local organizations in Crawford County working to support healing, connection, and hope. Whether you need counseling, crisis support, housing help, or just someone to talk to, help is here.
Crawford County Mental Health Awareness Program (CHAPS): Offers mental health and housing supports to promote resiliency and recovery.
Crawford County Health and Human Services: Provides intake, assessment, and case management for mental health services. Join in on their 'Be Seen in Green' on May 15th.
Crawford County Suicide Task Force: The Crawford County Suicide Task Force is committed to helping children, teens and adults at risk for suicide, as well as families and communities affected by suicide, through education, advocacy and support.
Family Services of NW PA: Offers professional, family-centered psychiatric care in Crawford County, including therapy, counseling, and case management. Their team supports individuals of all ages in navigating mental health challenges, with a strong focus on strengthening families and promoting emotional well-being through accessible, compassionate care.
Women’s Services, Inc.: Provides trauma-informed counseling, emergency shelter, and advocacy for those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and abuse. They offer a safe space for healing and mental health support.
The Raising Wonder Foundation: Offers coaching, support groups, and community workshops that nurture the emotional well-being of children and parents. By focusing on connection, empathy, and mindful communication, they help families build mentally healthy homes from the inside out.
The You Matter Foundation, Inc.: Provides trauma-informed coaching, peer support, and self-defense training to empower individuals in overcoming past and present challenges. Their programs focus on building resilience, enhancing situational awareness, and promoting mental wellness within the community.
Family Children & Community Association: Offers programs and services aimed at supporting families and children in the community. Their initiatives focus on promoting unity and providing resources that contribute to the overall well-being of individuals and families in Meadville and the surrounding areas.
Center for Family Services, Inc.: Offers voluntary, trauma-informed programs such as parenting and anger management classes, tailored for individuals and families dealing with mental health challenges like anxiety or depression. Their supportive approach empowers participants to build healthier relationships and emotional resilience.
Meadville Medical Center Foundation: Supports access to mental health care in Crawford County through programs like the “Let’s Talk” initiative, aimed at breaking the stigma around addiction and emotional wellness. The Foundation also funds services at MMC’s Behavioral Health Unit, helping ensure compassionate, local care is available to those in need.
Social Connection: A consumer-driven mental health drop-in center offering a welcoming, peer-supported space for individuals to connect, share experiences, and build social skills. Located at 116 W Spring St, Titusville, it provides a safe environment for those navigating mental health challenges to find community and support.
United Way - Titusville, PA & United Way of Western Crawford County: Work together to support programs that promote mental wellness, family stability, and access to local resources. Through grant funding, community partnerships, and support services like PA 211 (a free, 24/7 hotline connecting people to local health and human services) they ensure that residents can get help when they need it most.
📞 Dial 211 or visit pa211nw.org to find mental health resources near you.
📍 Crawford County is full of compassionate people and powerful programs. This Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s spread the word, reduce the stigma, and lift each other up.
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #YouAreNotAlone #CrawfordCountyStrong #TitusvillePA #SupportLocalResources #EndTheStigma #UnitedForMentalHealth #PA211 #CommunityCare #ItsOkayToAskForHelp
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💎Meadville Area Chamber of Commerce Diamond Awards Night was a memorable celebration of community excellence. Held at a beautifully decorated venue, the evening featured delicious food and engaging presentations. Each award recipient was warmly applauded, reflecting the community's appreciation for their achievements. The night was a wonderful celebration of success and community spirit, leaving everyone inspired.
@hotelconneaut @juliansbarandgrill @meadvilleareachamberofcommerce
#meadvillepa #CommunityEvent #CommunityStrength #crawfordcounty #ChamberOfCommerce #diamondawards #inspiration #beautiful
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