“This is the world. Beautiful and terrible things will happen. Don’t be afraid.”–Frederick Buechner Hi YuMMies, I know that it can be difficult to see the good in-between all the bad that’s occurring in the world right now, so I wanted to share one of the...

Hi YuMMies, I’m incredibly excited to introduce you to my friend and fellow YuMMie Brad Aronson, and to tell you about his special and uplifting book, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time. The book is full of stories about seemingly small acts of...

A few years ago, I shared a disappointing experience I had in a parking lot. I was looking for a spot in a crowded lot. A woman illegally parked in front of me waved for me to go around her, but the cars were packed so tightly that I couldn’t get by. I politely...

Hi YuMMies, In this time of physical distancing, many of us are missing loved ones and the mask-free interactions we were able to have just months ago. Though this ‘new normal’ may feel dim and lonely, I believe it is a true You Matter Moment in the world. The...

Dear YuMMies, Opportunities for kindness don't always come to you on a silver platter. Often you have to take risks when you see an opening for a kindness – and sometimes they don't pay off – but when they do, you've struck gold. This story came to me a few days ago...

This veterinarian teared up through her mask when she received a YM card Hope you are taking care of your special self. I continue to be deeply moved by your generosity of spirit and the You Matter stories and photos you share all year long. Even during a pandemic!...

“In times of crisis, helping others is the best way to find meaning and mattering.” Professor Isaac Prilleltensky You matter – and you make the You Matter Marathon the success that it is every year. Thank you!Six months after the 2019 Marathon we’re still receiving...

Stay well and wonderful, You Matter. Cheryl Rice https://youmattermarathon.org/ PS: Find more digital You Matter Cards here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L-87zcsT_Xn_iJXFe4ettQX0vXa8aTTP/view?usp=sharing

And as we all know, telling other people they matter, matters. To them and to us. Let’s not wait until the time of physical distancing is over to create meaningful connections. Let’s make kindness even more contagious than the Coronavirus. Let’s tell someone they...

Until we meet again In this time of physical distancing the need for social and emotional connection is more essential than ever. We yearn for hugs. We ache for those who are suffering. We champion those who are on the front lines, whether delivering our groceries or...

Image credit: Dennis Pitocco Dear YUMMies, It can be easy to succumb to feeling helpless during these times. But, one of the best things we can do for ourselves is to reach out and take small meaningful actions that align with our values. As YuMMies living through...

Thank you so much for your multi-year participation in the You Matter Marathon. Without you, this message would not have spread as deep and as wide as it has. Thought you might value this candid and heartfelt story from a friend and multi-year YuMMie, Janet Falon. ...

"Person to person, moment to moment, as we love, we change the world." ―Samahria Lyte Kaufman Dear YuMMies: Thanks to those of you who have already signed up for this year's Marathon. And thanks to our donors and sponsors for making it possible. Already, our community...

"Do your little bit of good where you are;it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world."—Desmond Tutu Hi YuMMies, We’re working hard to get the word out about the You Matter Marathon and need your help! Please consider taking a moment to tell...

Hi YuMMies,Wanted to share this You Matter poem and video that we originally shared last year. They are both so representative of the You Matter magic that we felt they should be shared again.First, enjoy this You Matter poem written by YuMMie Howard...

Dear YuMMies: Mr. Rogers said to “Always look for the helpers.” I’m looking for help. Specifically, I’m eager to connect with the person at TriStar Pictures in charge of marketing for the upcoming Mr. Rogers movie, “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood”...

Great news: The You Matter message is so powerful that my TEDx talk, was just picked up by TED.org. This means many more people world-wide will have a chance to join our movement. A movement and a message that is needed more now than ever.I couldn’t have...

“The You Matter Marathon reminded me the world could be kind.The impact this has is other worldly.”– Brooke (Diamondhead, MS)We did it, YuMMies! Thanks to you, we have raised $5,125 for our “You Matter Match-a-thon” campaign, passing our initial goal of...

“In the end we all just really want the same simple thing…to know that WE MATTER”– Harriet (Orange County, CA)Over the years, the You Matter Marathon has grown from a small idea to a worldwide movement thanks to you, YuMMies. You Matter cards have...

If you’ve participated in the You Matter Marathon before, you know it feels just as good to give a You Matter card as it does to receive one.  Watching someone’s face light up as they read the words “You Matter” is like watching a child open a present on...

“I Don’t Matter”Have those words ever run through your head?  If you’re human, chances are they have. Everyone, at some point, feels alone or even worthless, and it is our job at the You Matter Marathon to prove you wrong.Every person on this planet...

Dear YuMMies,           Karen lives in West Virginia and has been giving out You Matter cards for two years. She loves to see the positive impact of the You Matter Marathon in action, and her husband spreads the message even further on his business trips...

Every single one of our hearts really does matter…because that’s what it’s all about – our common humanity.—John Kabat ZinnDear YuMMies,Even though the Marathon begins in November, summer is our season for preparing You Matter cards to be mailed throughout...

Dear YuMMies,We’re delighted to share another powerful You Matter story.Keri lives in Orlando, FL and has participated in the You Matter Marathon several times. This past year, she was an ambassador for Eastland Christian School and helped them achieve a...

Hi YuMMies, In the spirit of “You never know when a You Matter moment will show up,” I offer this story. While walking in the park this morning, I saw a man cleaning a bench with Windex and a paper towel. The bench had a small plaque on it with the names of two...