Our Work
The Susan Kay Matthew Foundation aims to improve the lives of individuals, children, families, and the environment. Our mission is to support community partners in making life better by providing resources and support where it's needed most. We are dedicated to making a positive impact on the world and addressing critical issues facing our communities.
We aim to help where help is needed, responding to the current needs, events, and issues impacting our communities.
Activities
Charitable Donations
The Susan Kay Matthew Foundation has been helping communities since 2021 through our annual giving agenda. Through charitable donations allotted to trusted community partners and service providers, we help support individuals, children, families, and the environment and the organizations that directly serve them.
Grant Collaborations
With the Board's expertise in grant writing, the Susan Kay Matthew Foundation collaborates with community partners on grant-funded initiatives to develop new programs and activities within its focus areas. We are particularly interested in collaborating with community partners on government grants such as those offered by SAMHSA, NIH, and NOAA, among others.
Stategic Partnerships
Collaborating with community partners is at the core of our work, and we welcome ideas on ways to work together. Whether through a joint venture or supporting one another in other ways, we believe that one of the best ways to help our communities is to work together.
Children's and Families' Well-Being
We believe that every child deserves a happy and healthy childhood, and that all families should have access to the resources for that to happen. We support initiatives that promote the well-being of children and families in need in areas like support for foster youth, education, and safe housing.
Domestic Violence
The Foundation is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of survivors of domestic violence. We work with trusted organizations that provide shelter, safety, and support services to survivors, particularly mothers and children.
Focus Areas
Health & Mental Health
We believe everyone deserves access to the tools and resources they need to take control of their physical and emotional health. That’s why we partner with different organizations that provide a range of health and mental health services.
Environmental Restoration & Conservation
We are committed to protecting the environment and preserving our natural resources, especially those of our oceans. We support community initiatives that promote sustainable practices and conservation efforts.
Housing & Homelessness
Everyone deserves safe housing and we work with partners who share our vision. We support organizations providing emergency housing as well as those helping individuals and families secure long-term accommodation.
Disaster Relief
We are dedicated to helping communities rebuild and recover from devastating events. We work with partners who specialize in disaster response to ensure that aid is provided to communities and individuals in need.
