Mission Statement:
Our nonprofit, Marley’s Heart of Light provides resilient solutions for individuals and families impacted by traumatic loss.
- Divorce
- Loss of income
- Loss of health
- Loss related to addiction
- Loss of a loved one
- Suicide
Our Vision:
To create a world where every person affected by these tragedies have access to the resources, understanding, and support they need to heal and reclaim their lives. We envision a future where confusion is met with clarity, fear is replaced with faith and turmoil is transformed with peace.
Programs and Services:
- Mindful Health Education Workshops:
Offering workshops that focus on coping strategies, emotional resilience, and building mindful health for individuals affected by loss, including families, friends, and community members. - Support Groups:
Facilitating peer-led support groups for both individuals struggling with loss and their families, fostering a space of shared experience, empathy, and recovery. - Resource Hub:
A comprehensive online platform with educational tools, articles, and videos to help individuals understand their loss, recovery processes, and mindful health. - Therapeutic Outreach:
Providing access to professional mental health counselors, support in navigating treatment options, and strategies for building sustainable mental well-being.
Foundation Overview:
The Marley’s Heart of Light Foundation will serve as the financial arm of the non-profit, focused on raising funds for program expansion, scholarships for therapy, community outreach initiatives, and partnerships with schools and recovery centers. The foundation will be integral in ensuring our programs are accessible to all, regardless of financial background.
Target Audience:
Our services are tailored for individuals who have been directly impacted by traumatic loss, including:
- Finding resilience after divorce
- Rebuilding financial security
- Adjusting to health challenges
- Overcoming addiction
- Finding joy after the loss of a loved one
- Families of those affected by addiction
- Community leaders and educators
- Mental health professionals and addiction specialists
Why Support Marley’s Heart of Light?
Life’s tragedies present ongoing battles and may extend beyond the individual to the entire family and community. By supporting Marley’s Heart of Light, you’re joining a movement dedicated to breaking the cycle of confusion, fear and turmoil to restoring a future filled with faith, hope, and peace. Together, we can bring light to the hearts of those who need it most.
Personal Background of the Foundation President:
As the president of Marley’s Heart of Light, my own traumatic loss journey of grief and hope shapes every aspect of our mission. I am a divorced mother of four sons who tragically passed due to addiction and suicide. Though their loss is immeasurable, my belief that “families are forever” has provided me with the power, love, and hope to carry on. I am deeply rooted in my faith in the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which provides me with strength, peace and continued resilience.
To support my family through this devastating loss, I pursued education as a teacher and a licensed clinical mental health counselor. This background has equipped me with the knowledge and tools to guide others in their mindful health journeys, particularly those struggling with addiction. My personal story fuels my passion to help others find healing, knowing that love and hope transcend even the darkest of times.
Get Involved:
- Donate: Help fund our educational programs, workshops, and outreach services.
- Volunteer: Lend your time or expertise to support our initiatives.
- Partner: Collaborate with us to expand our reach and provide additional resources for families in need.
Together, let’s ignite the light within every heart, offering strength and support to those affected by traumatic loss.
Warmly,
Kirstine Keel