Check out this Week’s You Matter Moment!
You Matter Moment of the WeekRandom Acts of Kindness Day has passed, but that doesn't mean it's too late to spread joy, kindness, and cards with your community! If this quote made you smile, help make a difference by signing up for your 2023 You Matter Marathon...
Are You Ready To Be a Difference Maker?
Dear YuMMies, It's only March and our 2023 YMM community is growing faster than ever before. The 2023 YMM has over 4,200 total participants with 37 Ambassador organizations from all 50 states. When we see the numbers as impressive as they are – it’s easy to think of...
Check out this Week’s You Matter Moment!
You Matter Moment of the Week"I have personally witnessed the power of a little card in delighting and empowering others. The first thing I noticed about Joshua was his sparkling eyes behind the mask. My husband, Harold, and I were doing our weekly “geezer” grocery...
Can the You Matter Marathon Change Your Life?
Dear YuMMies, YuMMies from around the world often share with us why they love joining the You Matter Marathon. Some of the top reasons include: spreading kindness, expressing gratitude, and sharing the words YOU MATTER with others. What surprises some of our...
Check out this Week’s You Matter Moment!
You Matter Moment of the WeekWhen people are reminded that others care, they remember it. Even if it's just through a little card, an affirmation can make a big difference in people's lives. Help make a difference by signing up for your 2023 You Matter Marathon...
Check out our YMM March Newsletter!
You Matter. Giving and receiving a YOU MATTER card can be life changing. Enjoy these inspiring stories and meaningful resources.You Matter Marathon 2023 Sponsorships Available! Want to Be a Sponsor?Know an Organization That Aligns with our Missions?Complete this Form...
Don’t Underestimate Your Power!
Snowmobiling Trail in Marquette, MI–Sarah Tachon A reminder that the power of two words and one little card should never be underestimated. You Matter.“The majority of us lead quiet, unheralded lives as we pass through this world. There will be no ticker-tape parades...
You Matter Special Moment
Dear YuMMies, February is Black History Month. Consistent with the You Matter Marathon mission, we stand with the Black community, and all people of color, and support the Black Lives Matter movement as a way to shine a light on racial inequities and...
Inspiring You Matter Teacher Story and Heart Matters Storytime Reminder
Mr. Tyrone Jones Mr. Jones – A Teacher’s You Matter Story Mr. Tyrone Jones is a Reconnections Teacher in Davenport, Iowa. He has been handing out cards to students and staff for quite a few years. Mr. Jones is from Pennsylvania where he originally learned about the...
Random Acts of Kindness Day
February 17, 2023Tomorrow is Random Acts of Kindness Day! In celebration of RAOK Day here are a few special random acts of kindness offered by a few special YuMMies: "A group of psychology students on our campus was participating in a “Random Acts of Kindness” event...
Check out this Nourishing You Matter Story
Dear YuMMies, Karen lives in West Virginia and has been giving out You Matter cards for a few 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 around the country....
Check out our YMM February Newsletter!
You Matter. Giving and receiving a YOU MATTER card can be life changing. Enjoy these inspiring stories and meaningful resources.YMM News Don't Miss our Heart Matters Story Time People love hearing You Matter stories almost as much as they love sharing You Matter...
You Matter Storytime! Register for Free Today.
Don't Miss our Heart Matters Story TimeDear YuMMies, People love hearing You Matter stories almost as much as they love sharing You Matter cards! Join YMM participants from around the globe as we share inspiring You Matter stories from the 2022 You Matter Marathon....
New Year, More Self-Care!
Dear YuMMies, Instead of focusing on "New Year, New You" what if we focused on "New Year, More Cared for You"? We owe it to ourselves to start 2023 with a fresh perspective on what self-care means and why it’s so important in our lives. The You Matter mission...
You Matter Marathon Survey Results & Stories
Happy New Year! Hope you’re taking especially good care of yourselves to start 2023. Thanks again for all you did to make the 2022 YMM a huge success. We had 11,099 total participants and 295 Ambassador organizations from all 50 states, and 99 countries. It was a...
Inspiring You Matter Story for the New Year!
Ruby from Pennington, NJ “All the beautiful sentiments in the world weigh less than a single lovely action.”–James Russell LowellYou Matter Moment We’re delighted to share this gorgeous You Matter essay written by Ruby and submitted by her grandmother, Jan. “A single...
Did You Hear the Big YMM News?
We want to make sure you heard the exciting YMM news for 2023!We've grown over 400% in the last 18 months. Together we've touched more than 2,130,000 people throughout the world. And your stories and notes confirm that you're equally touched by these heart-felt...
Exciting Changes for You Matter Marathon
We will be known forever by the tracks we leave.–Dakota ProverbDear YuMMies, Thank you. Your commitment to sharing the You Matter message with others has been profoundly impactful. One card at a time, together we've touched more than 2,130,000 people throughout the...
You Matter Marathon Totals & Gratitude
"Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot,nothing's going to get better, it's not."–Dr. SeussWhat a Marathon! Believe it or not, we had over 10,700 participants who signed up for the 2022 You Matter Marathon! Even during this unprecedented demand for You Matter...
Exciting Announcement Coming in the New Year!
You Matter Marathon has Exciting News Coming in the New Year!Meanwhile, enjoy this highlight flipbook.We Would Love to Hear From You! If you have a memorable You Matter Marathon story that you would like to share, we would love to read it. Please send an email to...
You Matter Marathon Holiday Greeting
We hope you enjoy this You Matter MarathonHoliday GreetingYou matter. Cheryl Rice, Founderhttps://youmattermarathon.org/
You Matter Moment
"I have been donating blankets and cozy warm wraps around town this holiday season. Several of my cards were placed with donated blankets and given to a local dialysis center. Another blanket with a You Matter card was ‘secretly’ placed on the steps of a fire truck in...
You Matter Moment
"I am elderly and disabled due to M.S. I am housebound but mail these to my friends, family and give in person to my caregivers, visiting nurses, etc. God bless you for all you do! It makes me feel so proud to be able to join in on this touching and heartfelt...
Let’s Keep the You Matter Marathon Going
“Everyone I gave a card to smiled and said Thank You for caring!!I still have some and they are going into my family's Christmas stockings and others at my church.”–YuMMie Dear YMM'ers, Let's keep the marathon going! We’re jumping for joy and gratitude as our...
You Matter Moment
"The first thing I noticed about Joshua was his sparking eyes behind the mask. My husband, Harold, and I were doing our weekly “geezer” grocery shopping at Walmart in Richland, Washington. Joshua asked if he could assist me in finding something in the produce section....
