Finding Unity Amidst Divisiveness It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the noise of political debates and international conflicts. The current political climate in the United States and across the globe often seems dominated by negativity and divisiveness. Yet, amidst...

Thank you for participating in the You Matter Marathon for four incredible years! Your dedication and participation have made a significant impact on our mission of creating positive connections between individuals and their communities. As we near our sign-up goal...

Thank you for participating in the You Matter Marathon for three incredible years! Your dedication and participation have made a significant impact on our mission of creating positive connections between individuals and their communities. As we near our sign-up goal...

A Little Encouragement Goes a Long WayCelebrating National Day of Encouragement Today is National Day of Encouragement! National Day of Encouragement is a day dedicated to uplifting and inspiring those around us. It's a reminder that even the smallest act of kindness...

You Matter Moment of the Week "As my students and I prepared breakfast at a shelter for displaced children, women, and men, I put a You Matter card at each place setting.. When one young lady came to get her breakfast, she just said a simple, “thank you, I needed...

You Matter. Giving and receiving a YOU MATTER card can be life changing. Enjoy these inspiring stories and meaningful resources.Share Your You Matter Moment With UsWe’d love to hear about your You Matter Moment! If you’ve shared a You Matter card with someone or...

You Matter Moment of the Week YuMMie Joy from West Chester, PA."The You Matter Marathon came into my life with perfect timing. I was seeking a way to help others and make a difference. My friend and creative writing professor told our class at Barnes & Noble about...

National Grief Awareness Day Tomorrow is National Grief Awareness Day. Grief is a complex emotion that can affect us in profound ways. It's a natural response to loss, but it can also feel overwhelming and isolating. It's important to acknowledge and address grief....

You Matter Moment of the Week "I joined the YMM at the beginning of the month. I enthusiastically signed up to receive my You Matter cards and started my marathon with running shoes on! After handing out a few cards to unexpected strangers and realizing the impact...

Internet Self-Care Day I just learned about Internet Self-Care Day - a day dedicated to prioritizing our digital well-being. While it’s essential to have a designated day to reflect on our digital lives, it’s equally important to carry these practices into our online...

You Matter Moment of the Week "It may sound a little cliche to say 'you never know what someone else is going through,' but I experienced first hand just how much truth there is to this statement. I wanted to give my first You Matter card to a random stranger. I...

National Back-to-School Prep Day Today is National Back-to-School Prep Day! Whether you're a parent gearing up for kindergarten drop-off, a high schooler facing a new semester, or a teacher welcoming a fresh batch of eager minds, today's the perfect day to get...

You Matter Moment of the Week "I participate in You Matter Marathon to spread kindness and to let people know they're not alone. I have been handing out You Matter cards for some years now and have started to make my own. Recently I handed out 35 at a Pride event near...

You Matter.You Mattered Yesterday.You Will Matter Tomorrow.You Will Matter Every Day For The Rest of Your Life.It’s That Simple.It’s That True.Believe It.-Howard RiceIn Loving Memory of Howard Rice We’re sad to share that Howard Rice, our most dedicated and generous...

You Matter Moment of the Week "Three years ago I was having some problems with office politics. My boss was making my life very difficult. I was lamenting this to my daughter over coffee one day, and had just finished saying, ‘No matter how successful I am or how much...

You Matter. Giving and receiving a YOU MATTER card can be life changing. Enjoy these inspiring stories and meaningful resources.Did You Know? Did you know you can receive 10 FREE "You Matter" cards every year? Even if you participated in the You Matter Marathon during...

You Matter Moment of the Week "I have passed out You Matter cards for many years. I am often overwhelmed by the response these little cards generate. One of my favorite places to use them is in the drive thru at a fast food restaurant. Those folks are working hard and...

You Matter Moment of the Week "I order You Matter cards by the thousands and give them to any and everyone. I put them inside my bill payments, letters, place then on parked cars, and share 25-50 to those who would like to pass them along. Recently, at a big box...

International Self-Care Day Tomorrow is International Self-Care Day. Here's a reminder that prioritizing our well-being is not selfish, but essential. In our fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the demands of work, family, and social obligations, often...

Our Mission and Why It Matters You Matter Marathon isn't just about handing out cards. It's about the fundamental need to feel like we matter. Our mission is to create positive connections between individuals and others in their communities. The heart of this mission...

You Matter Moment of the Week "I work for a university, and on campus we have many students who come from broken homes. They come to school with little or no support. For our basketball home games, I always made goodies for the players on both the women's and men's...

Interview with the Inspiring “Godmother” of the You Matter Marathon   The idea for the You Matter Marathon began when a colleague gave me a You Matter card. She had picked it up from a reception table at a conference she had attended. She later learned that another...

You Matter Moment of the Week "I have given probably 2,000 You Matter cards to folks since early 2021! In our world today, it seems that kindness and human communication stands out to all of us. Giving someone a You Matter card is usually a somewhat dramatic departure...

You Matter Moment of the Week YuMMie Muneerah from San Jose, CA"I saved and gave all the free You Matter cards to our teachers at my daughter's high school. I also gave cards to the teachers who serve voluntarily at a religious school in our community. More often than...

A hotel staff member with a You Matter card.Pack Kindness for Your Next AdventureDon't Forget Your You Matter Cards! Adventure awaits! But before you zip up your suitcase and grab your passport, don't forget to pack an essential travel companion: your You Matter...