The You Matter Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to changing lives, donating time to causes such as supporting domestic violence survivors, and advancing humanity through various nonprofit initiatives. My mission is to better society and humanity by providing education and training in trauma-informed care, peer support, collaboration, and empowerment to all individuals including children, individuals, families, aging adults, and people with disabilities in need of services. At the core of our organization is the belief that everyone matters, regardless of their circumstances.
I’m Susie Delo, the founder of the You Matter Foundation–a trauma-informed and peer coaching organization that also focuses on situational awareness and self-defense. I left my career of 20 years as Agency Manager for the T L Robertson Insurance Agency to pursue my purpose and mission from God to help others thrive.
I am honored to share my journey with you today, as it is a testament to the power of resilience and the transformative nature of entrepreneurship. My story is one of overcoming adversity and finding purpose in the pain. I firmly believe that God took the mess of my life and turned it into a message for others.
I’m Susie Delo, the founder of You Matter Foundation–a trauma-informed and peer coaching organization that also focuses on situational awareness and self-defense. I left my career of 20 years as Agency Manager for the T L Robertson Insurance Agency to pursue my purpose and mission from God to help others thrive.
I am honored to share my journey with you today, as it is a testament to the power of resilience and the transformative nature of entrepreneurship. My story is one of overcoming adversity and finding purpose in the pain. I firmly believe that God took the mess of my life and turned it into a message for others.
Driven by my passion and the desire to create change, I founded You Matter. My organization is dedicated to providing trauma-informed coaching and support to individuals who have experienced adversity and trauma. I also emphasize the importance of situational awareness and self-defense, empowering individuals to feel safe and confident in their daily lives. My journey with You Matter has taught me that no matter how challenging life may be, there is always an opportunity to create positive change. I encourage each and every one of you to embrace your own unique journeys and use your experiences to make a difference in the world.
Let us continue to support and uplift one another, breaking down barriers and creating a brighter future for all.
Growing up, I faced numerous challenges and hardships. However, these experiences ignited a fire within me to make a positive impact on the lives of others. I realized that there was a significant need for Mental Wellness (Fitness) for trauma-informed support and coaching, as well as empowering individuals with situational awareness and self-defense skills.
Driven by my passion and the desire to create change, I founded the You Matter Foundation. My organization is dedicated to providing trauma-informed coaching and support to individuals who have experienced adversity and trauma. I also emphasize the importance of situational awareness and self-defense, empowering individuals to feel safe and confident in their daily lives.
Through my journey, I have discovered the power of collaboration, mentorship, and creating a supportive network with others. Among many others, I have formed a valuable partnership with the Founder of Underground Moves, a specialized employee assistance program for survivors of domestic violence. Women’s Services: Human Trafficking Task Force.
It is through our struggles that we find the strength to rise above and make a difference. By sharing my story and providing trauma-informed coaching, I aim to inspire others to embrace their own journeys and find their purpose by encouraging them to share their stories.
You Matter has had a significant impact on the economy by providing valuable services. I am proud to contribute to the growth and development of our local community and others. By coming together and supporting one another, we can overcome these challenges and build a stronger, more vibrant economy.
I want to emphasize the importance of resilience, purpose, and the power of entrepreneurship. My journey with the You Matter Foundation has taught me that no matter how challenging life may be, there is always an opportunity to create positive change. I encourage each and every one of you to embrace your own unique journeys and use your experiences to make a difference in the world.
Let us continue to support and uplift one another, breaking down barriers and creating a brighter future for all.
In addition to all proper clearances through the Pennsylvania Sate Police and Department of Human Services, I also have multiple certifications that enable me to provide you with proper training and insight on your journey.
💥 Ladies, it’s time to feel EMPOWERED. 💥
Join Erika from Eternal Glow and the incredible Susie Delo, founder of the YOU MATTER Foundation, for a transformative Self-Defense + Empowerment Class you won’t forget! 💪✨
🗓 Wednesday, July 23
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Ice House Park, Conneaut Lake – with a beautiful view of the lake as your backdrop! 🌅💧
This isn’t just about learning to defend yourself — it’s about stepping into your strength, boosting your confidence, and healing from the inside out.
Here’s what you’ll experience:
👜 Real-world self-defense techniques (using items in your purse!)
🧠 Mental strategies to stay calm under pressure
👀 Situational awareness for everyday safety
💖 Healing + self-care to support your emotional well-being
Led by the powerful and inspiring Susie Delo, this session will leave you feeling strong, supported, and ready to take on the world. 💫
👊 Ready to tap into your inner power?
📲 TEXT “SELF DEFENSE” to 814-335-1040 to reserve your spot.
💵 $30 deposit required to hold your space – spots are limited!
Come grow, heal, and glow with us — all with the serene and empowering vibes of Conneaut Lake in the background. 💛
Because YOU matter!
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🌟 ℝ𝕖𝕗𝕝𝕖𝕔𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕠𝕟 𝕒𝕟 𝕀𝕟𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕕𝕚𝕓𝕝𝕖 𝕁𝕠𝕦𝕣𝕟𝕖𝕪 𝕨𝕚𝕥𝕙 𝕃𝕖𝕒𝕕𝕖𝕣𝕤𝕙𝕚𝕡 𝕄𝕖𝕒𝕕𝕧𝕚𝕝𝕝𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤 #15 🌟
𝙾𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚙𝚊𝚜𝚝 11 𝚖𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚑𝚜, 𝙸'𝚟𝚎 𝚑𝚊𝚍 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚙𝚛𝚒𝚟𝚒𝚕𝚎𝚐𝚎 𝚘𝚏 𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚊𝚛𝚔𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚘𝚗 𝚊𝚗 𝚞𝚗𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚐𝚎𝚝𝚝𝚊𝚋𝚕𝚎 𝚓𝚘𝚞𝚛𝚗𝚎𝚢 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚊𝚗 𝚊𝚖𝚊𝚣𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚐𝚛𝚘𝚞𝚙 𝚘𝚏 𝚙𝚎𝚘𝚙𝚕𝚎. 𝙵𝚛𝚘𝚖 𝚒𝚗𝚜𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚏𝚞𝚕 𝚕𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚑𝚒𝚙 𝚕𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚘𝚗𝚜 𝚝𝚘 𝚎𝚡𝚙𝚕𝚘𝚛𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚞𝚗𝚒𝚝𝚢'𝚜 𝚛𝚒𝚌𝚑 𝚑𝚒𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚢 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚋𝚞𝚒𝚕𝚍𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚒𝚗𝚟𝚊𝚕𝚞𝚊𝚋𝚕𝚎 𝚗𝚎𝚝𝚠𝚘𝚛𝚔𝚜, 𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚢 𝚖𝚘𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚑𝚊𝚜 𝚋𝚎𝚎𝚗 𝚊 𝚝𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚜𝚞𝚛𝚎. 𝙰 𝚑𝚞𝚐𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚔 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚝𝚘 𝙶𝚊𝚛𝚢 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙲𝚑𝚛𝚒𝚜𝚝𝚊 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚒𝚛 𝚒𝚗𝚜𝚙𝚒𝚛𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚐𝚞𝚒𝚍𝚊𝚗𝚌𝚎, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚊𝚕𝚕 𝚖𝚢 𝚠𝚘𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚏𝚞𝚕 𝚌𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚜𝚖𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚜 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚏𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚗𝚍𝚜𝚑𝚒𝚙𝚜 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚕𝚊𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚎𝚛 𝚠𝚎'𝚟𝚎 𝚜𝚑𝚊𝚛𝚎𝚍. 𝙸'𝚖 𝚊𝚕𝚜𝚘 𝚐𝚛𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚏𝚞𝚕 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚋𝚞𝚜𝚒𝚗𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚎𝚜, 𝚘𝚛𝚐𝚊𝚗𝚒𝚣𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚜, 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙻𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚑𝚒𝚙 𝙼𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚟𝚒𝚕𝚕𝚎 𝚊𝚕𝚞𝚖𝚗𝚒 𝚠𝚑𝚘 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚎𝚗𝚛𝚒𝚌𝚑𝚎𝚍 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚎𝚡𝚙𝚎𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚗𝚌𝚎 𝚋𝚢 𝚛𝚎𝚏𝚒𝚗𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚞𝚛𝚛𝚒𝚌𝚞𝚕𝚞𝚖 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚊𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚟𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚎𝚜, 𝚖𝚊𝚔𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚎𝚊𝚌𝚑 𝚟𝚒𝚜𝚒𝚝 𝚖𝚎𝚊𝚗𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚏𝚞𝚕 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚒𝚖𝚙𝚊𝚌𝚝𝚏𝚞𝚕. 𝙼𝚢 𝚈𝚘𝚞 𝙼𝚊𝚝𝚝𝚎𝚛 𝙵𝚘𝚞𝚗𝚍𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗 𝚑𝚊𝚜 𝚐𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚝𝚕𝚢 𝚋𝚎𝚗𝚎𝚏𝚒𝚝𝚎𝚍 𝚏𝚛𝚘𝚖 𝚌𝚘𝚕𝚕𝚊𝚋𝚘𝚛𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚌𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚜𝚖𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚜, 𝚠𝚑𝚎𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚙𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚘𝚗𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢, 𝚝𝚑𝚛𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚒𝚛 𝚋𝚞𝚜𝚒𝚗𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚎𝚜, 𝚘𝚛 𝚟𝚒𝚊 𝚛𝚎𝚏𝚎𝚛𝚛𝚊𝚕𝚜 𝚝𝚘 𝚘𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚜. 𝙸𝚏 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎𝚗'𝚝 𝚢𝚎𝚝 𝚎𝚡𝚙𝚎𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚗𝚌𝚎𝚍 𝙻𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚑𝚒𝚙 𝙼𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚟𝚒𝚕𝚕𝚎 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝙼𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚟𝚒𝚕𝚕𝚎-𝚆𝚎𝚜𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚗 𝙲𝚛𝚊𝚠𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚍 𝙲𝚘𝚞𝚗𝚝𝚢 𝙲𝚑𝚊𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝚘𝚏 𝙲𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚛𝚌𝚎, 𝙸 𝚑𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚕𝚢 𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚍 𝚜𝚒𝚐𝚗𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚞𝚙! 𝙸𝚝'𝚜 𝚋𝚎𝚎𝚗 𝚒𝚗𝚌𝚛𝚎𝚍𝚒𝚋𝚕𝚢 𝚋𝚎𝚗𝚎𝚏𝚒𝚌𝚒𝚊𝚕 𝚋𝚘𝚝𝚑 𝚙𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚘𝚗𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚙𝚛𝚘𝚏𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢. 𝙷𝚎𝚛𝚎'𝚜 𝚝𝚘 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚖𝚎𝚖𝚘𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚜 𝚠𝚎'𝚟𝚎 𝚌𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚍 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚗𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚜 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚠𝚒𝚕𝚕 𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚝 𝚊 𝚕𝚒𝚏𝚎𝚝𝚒𝚖𝚎. 𝙻𝚎𝚝'𝚜 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚗𝚞𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚖𝚊𝚔𝚎 𝚊 𝚙𝚘𝚜𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚟𝚎 𝚒𝚖𝚙𝚊𝚌𝚝 𝚒𝚗 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚞𝚗𝚒𝚝𝚢 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚒𝚗 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚕𝚒𝚟𝚎𝚜. 💪💖
#LeadershipMeadville #Class15 #CommunityImpact #Memories #Friendship #Networking #ChamberOfCommerce #youmatterfoundation
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Look who is here too. My wonderful friend and business owner Debra Yoder. Everlinked Permanent Jewelry with Lakeside Tranquility Massage & Spa ... See MoreSee Less
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Come on out to Conneaut Lake! So many things to see, do and buy🤗
You Matter is in the hallway between Remedies Wellness and Sonseeahray’s Boutique
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🎆Happy 4th of July!🎆
Today, we celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave! Let's honor the spirit of independence and the values that make our nation great. Whether you're enjoying a BBQ, watching fireworks, or spending time with loved ones, take a moment to reflect on the freedom we cherish.
Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with laughter, love, and liberty! 🎉✨
#FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #CelebrateFreedom #YouMatterFoundation #DamselInDefense #YouMatter #inspiration #SituationalAwareness
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🌟 Join Us for a Fun-Filled Weekend! 🌟
I'm excited to announce that I'll be alongside my wonderful friend Debra Yoder, who will be showcasing Everlinked Permanent Jewelry, this Saturday & Sunday, July 5th & 6th! Find us in the hallway between Sonseeahray’s Boutique & Home Remedies Web.
I will be setting up as You Matter this Friday, July 4th, and Saturday, July 5th.
I'll be offering a variety of personal safety items (Damsel in Defense), motivational products, t-shirts, children's games, and more! It's a fantastic opportunity to discover unique items, enjoy some shopping, and connect with our amazing community.
We can't wait to see you there! Come by, say hi, and explore all the wonderful offerings. 💫
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🌻💙💙💛💛🌻What an amazing day at Goddard State Park on Saturday, June 21, 2025!
We had a fantastic class with great interaction and discussion about situational awareness and self-defense. It was inspiring to see everyone actively participating and eager to learn.
A special thank you to Megan McDowell, Environmental Education Specialist from the Bureau of State Parks at Maurice K. Goddard State Park, for organizing this event. Your dedication to education and safety is truly appreciated!
In the photo, I'm with Sharon Long from CATA. We were both part of Leadership Meadville #15, and it was wonderful to reconnect.
Thank you to everyone who joined us. Your enthusiasm and commitment to learning are what make these events so rewarding!
#MentalHealthSelfDefense #inspiration #MentalHealth #Empowerment #SituationalAwareness #DamselInDefense #CommunityWellness #YMF #TraumaAwareness #YouMatterFoundation #YouMatter
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