At You Matter Marathon, we know the power of a simple message: You Matter. It's a phrase that validates someone's existence, affirms their worth, and reminds them they're not alone. But feeling like you matter goes beyond just words. It's deeply connected to a...

You Matter Moment of the Week Mattea's Chiropractor"Tonight, my sister, niece, and I went to my chiropractor's office. It had been a few months since we saw him for treatment. While he was adjusting my niece, I pulled out a You Matter card and left it on his table...

We're all about spreading positivity and reminding everyone of their worth – and what better way to do that than with a bold statement on your shirt? Our popular You Matter t-shirts are now on sale! For a limited time, you can snag a comfy tee in classic black or...

You Matter Moment of the Week "The You Matter Marathon is not only a worthy cause, but it could also change someone’s perceptions of themselves. With all the depression and other mental illnesses people suffer with these days, people need to know they matter. There...

You Matter. Giving and receiving a YOU MATTER card can be life changing. Enjoy these inspiring stories and meaningful resources."I really love giving the cards to people. They stop and say, "You know I really needed that today." That’s the best feeling in the world....

You Matter Moment of the Week "I try to leave a card when I see someone struggling, very busy, or just looking alone. Sometimes I tape them to the bottom of a plate at a restaurant for the dishwasher, or, when I donate a plate of goodies. Sometimes I hand one to a...

Coaching for a Cause!The excitement is building! Already, 12 incredible people have signed up for my free life coaching sessions, raising an amazing $720 for worthy causes. There's still room for you! Turning 60 this year, I wanted to celebrate by giving back in a big...

You Matter Moment of the Week Christina with the first You Matter card she received"You Matter is a beautiful thing and more people should participate. This world has become such an ugly and scary place. People canbe so mean and judgmental. You Matter shows people...

Thanks to the generous advocacy of Sarah Tachon, one of our long time YuMMies, Wisconsin is getting a warm dose of kindness with the brand new Spread Goodness Day! This year, Governor Evers declared March 8th as the official Spread Goodness Day in the state. Sarah, a...

You Matter Moment of the Week Cards Leigh handed out to the nurses at Jefferson Oncology"I have been giving these out for some time now. This morning we made cards for the AMAZING nurses at Jefferson Oncology infusion lab here in Philadelphia, PA. My husband was...

Coaching for a Cause!Shockingly, this year I’m going to meet the minimum age requirement to be a contestant on the Golden Bachelor. (Fortunately, it’s the only requirement I’d meet as I’m happily married.) Yes I’ll be turning 60 this year and as I did in in my 50th...

You Matter Moment of the Week "I have 6,000 cards printed to make certain I don't run out. Often, when I give a card, the person will say they want to pass it on. I then give them several cards so that they too may enjoy giving cards to others. In the very cold...

You Matter. Giving and receiving a YOU MATTER card can be life changing. Enjoy these inspiring stories and meaningful resources."We’ve enjoyed distributing the "you matter" cards! Our crazy world needs all the kindness it can get, now more than ever. I purchased 1,000...

You Matter Moment of the Week Dori from Lincoln, NE"I have distributed hundreds of cards. Giving someone a "You Matter" card is the easiest way in the world to communicate with ANYONE! Pretty easy to determine who might need a card- everyone! I always give a card to...

You Matter Marathon is a powerful movement dedicated to spreading kindness and reminding everyone of their inherent worth. One of the most impactful ways to participate is to share You Matter cards. These two words on a little card reminding the card recipient that...

You Matter Moment of the Week Debbie's students in Boca Raton, FL"Each of our 5th graders and their teachers gave out at least one card. To date, we have given out over 100 cards in the Boca Raton, FL area of South Florida. This is our first year participating in this...

“The best times we’ve had on earth are usually with those we love.”― Van HardenSometimes life gets busy. We get caught up in routines, deadlines, and the daily grind. In the midst of it all, it's easy to forget the simple power of reminding those closest to us that...

You Matter Moment of the Week Maribel and co-workers. Lebanon, PA"Recently I participated in the Point-in-Time Count in my town of Lebanon, PA along with some of my co-workers. The point-in-time count happens all over the country on the same night to count the number...

“There are only four kinds of people in the world: Those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need a caregiver.” – Rosalyn CarterBeing a caregiver is an incredible act of love, but it can easily...

You Matter Moment of the Week "I participate because I believe all life matters and some folks do not hear those words - sometimes ever. It’s important as a society that we find ways to build each other up, and You Matter cards have the potential to impact strangers...

"Activism is my rent for living on the planet."- Alice WalkerFebruary marks the annual celebration of Black History Month, a time to acknowledge and honor the rich history and ongoing contributions of Black Americans throughout the United States. It's not just about...

You Matter Moment of the Week Janine from Brisbane, Australia."I attended a residential week long art workshop in July 2021 and gave the participants a YOU MATTER card on the last day. They were most appreciative and happy to receive them. Then 7 months later I got an...

You Matter. Giving and receiving a YOU MATTER card can be life changing. Enjoy these inspiring stories and meaningful resources."The You Matter Marathon has been a heart-warming experience for me as I have secretly and sometimes not so secretly delivered this powerful...

You Matter Moment of the Week "I have shared YM cards both to unsuspecting recipients and through the Loving Kindness meditation group I facilitate (a small army of warm-hearted people).  Sadly, my card supply (and enthusiasm) dwindled and my YM sharing became few and...

Happy New Year! Hope you’re taking good care of yourselves to start 2024. Thanks again for all you did to make the 2023 You Matter Marathon a huge success. We had 18,642 total participants and 153 Ambassador organizations from all 50 states, and 21 countries. It was...