The 2025 Survey Results Are In!

2025 Survey Results

Happy New Year!

Thank you for all you did to make the 2025 You Matter Marathon a huge success. We had 4,720 total participants and 62 Ambassador organizations from all 50 states and 11 countries. It was an amazing year for the You Matter Marathon.

Below are some highlights from the 2025 You Matter Marathon Feedback Survey:

Top 3 reasons why people signed up for the You Matter Marathon:

1. 1. 1. To share the words, “You Matter” with others.
      2. To express kindness in a new way.
      3. To express gratitude in a new way.

Top 4 reported gains from participating in the YMM

1. 1. 1. A greater sense of gratitude in my life.
      2. Increased compassion for others.
      3. Enhanced connections with other people.
      4. Increased level of happiness.

Stories

We received so many stories and comments! Here are some highlights:

• • • I really have enjoyed participating with the You Matter Marathon. I find so much enjoyment from random acts of kindness and card sharing. My favorite thing I do personal message making it more personalized and meaningful.
    • Many people young and old are so lost in the world of darkness and with these cards I am able to make care packages and put a smile in someone’s heart.
    • This simple and elegant way of reaching out to others in the world is a wonderful soothing balm for so many hurting hearts.
    • These two words have impacted so many people that I have come in contact with, sparked connections and conversations, many broke down feeling like they were alone but after handing them a You Matter card they felt an embrace of love again. So thankful to be a part of sharing the YOU MATTER cards and I will continue to do so as well so that everyone knows they are cared for, loved and they matter.

Five Ways to Continue Sharing You Matter Cards

1. 1. 1. Did you know that you can sign up each year to receive 10 free cards? Sign up for this year’s You Matter Marathon on our website.
      2. Order more You Matter cards from our store.
      3. Print more You Matter cards.
      4. Download one of our Digital You Matter cards to share online.
      5. Join our Facebook group to connect with other YuMMies and get inspiration on new ways to share cards.

Please continue posting your You Matter experiences and photos on our website or Facebook page.

You matter.

 

Cheryl Rice, Founder
https://youmattermarathon.org/