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Pillars of light and love
Our mission is to empower youth and adults to build self-esteem, confidence and strengthen abilities through educational, social, supportive and employment programs in an inclusive, diverse and collaborative environment. Through youth empowerment programs, workshops and support groups, we teach youth and adults to reduce stress, have strong self-esteem, overcome anxiety, depression and bullying. Our mission expanded in 2022 when we opened the So Much to Give Inclusive Cafe(opens in new tab) and then the So Much to Give Inspiration Studio(opens in new tab) in 2023 with a focus on inclusion.
The “pillars” of light and love are the volunteers, instructors, and community members who help us support and empower individuals, strengthen our community and create a lasting impact through kindness, compassion, and inclusion.
When you support us, you become one of the pillars that make our various missions possible.
To volunteer with us, please complete this form(opens in new tab).
our impact
For more than a decade, Pillars of Light and Love has empowered children, teens, adults and families to build confidence, resilience, healthy coping skills and stronger connections.
Our mission has grown to serve the community in five key impact areas—all centered on helping people overcome challenges, find support and opportunity, and thrive. Through prevention, empowerment, inclusion and kindness, we work to strengthen lives before challenges become crises.
Youth Empowerment & Prevention
We help children and teens build self-acceptance, confidence, resilience, stress-management skills and healthy coping strategies so they are better prepared to navigate bullying, social pressures and life’s challenges before they become crises.
Programs include:
- Empowering U
- Julia's Joy
- BE ME Kids & Courageous Kids
- Tween & Teen Talk
- Youth Workshops
Adult Empowerment & Wellness
Through workshops, support programs and educational opportunities, we help adults strengthen coping skills, build confidence, improve emotional well-being and create healthier connections.
Programs include:
- Grief & Loss Support
- Caregiver & Parent Groups
- Trauma & Survivor Support
- Women’s & Men’s Support Groups
- Stress-Management & Empowerment Workshops
Kindness, Volunteerism & Community Connection
Our Monthly Kindness Projects bring children, adults and families together to support people in need, spread compassion and see how small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference. Community members can also support our programs, events and mission through additional volunteer opportunities. To get involved, please complete the volunteer form here.(opens in new tab)
Inclusive Employment & Independence
Through the So Much to Give Inclusive Café, we create meaningful supported-employment opportunities for individuals of all abilities to develop job skills, build confidence, connect with the community and experience true inclusion. Individualized training and ongoing support help each employee grow and succeed in a welcoming workplace.
Inclusive belonging, creativity & community
Through the So Much to Give Inspiration Studio, we provide inclusive creative, social and recreational opportunities for teens ages 15 and older and adults of all abilities. Through art, music, movement, outings and shared experiences, participants express themselves, build confidence, develop friendships and experience a true sense of belonging.
