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We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization committed to bringing awareness about the hidden dangers of the internet to our children and teens, such as cyberbullying, self-harm, cyberdares i.e. (Knock-out challenge, Blackout Challenge, fentanyl poisining and body shaming) and helping families cope with grief after losing a loved one.

At the Matthew E. Minor Awareness Foundation, we don't just believe in advocacy; we live it. Our proactive approach ensures that our mission to protect children online remains in action at all times.

We have established a nationwide memorial scholarship for college-bound students to further their educational goals for the future.

The Matthew E. Minor Awareness Foundation was created to honor 12-year-old Matthew E. Minor. He passed away on March 7, 2019. Matthew passed as a result of accidental asphyxiation from the Choking/Black-out challenge on YouTube & TikTok

 

Matt, as he was affectionately known, was the kind of kid who helped anyone he met. He showed the new kids around the school. He was considered the "ambassador" of his academy for his likability and openness.

We sincerely believe that with your help, we can raise awareness about cyberbullying, cyber-dares, blackout challenges, and Knockout challenges. We strive to raise funds for our nationwide scholarships, helping college-bound students achieve their future educational goals with scholarship money. 

All Donations Are 100% tax Deductible

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"For us, it’s a campaign born from the deepest loss, driven by the love and memory of a young boy who always worked hard to protect others."
-The Minor Family

Matthew E. Minor

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Matthew E. Minor Awareness Foundation 501(c)(3) was established in 2019 to honor our adorable son Matt, who passed away at the tender age of 12 years old. This was due to the Blackout challenge on YouTube and TikTok. For more information about the foundation, reach out today.

Upcoming Events

  • Annual Celebration of Life
    Annual Celebration of Life
    Annual Celebration of Life
    Mar 07, 2024, 4:00 PM EST – Mar 07, 2040, 5:00 PM EST
    Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Hwy, Cheltenham, MD 20623, USA
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Building Resiliency in the Family Videos

Resiliency Podcast featuring the Know 2 Protect Campaign-Part 2

Resiliency Podcast featuring the Know 2 Protect Campaign-Part 2

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Our Sponsor Area

The Support of the Community Means So Much. Thank You

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  1. Waldorf Outback Steak House (301) 645-4120 (3020 Crain Highway - Waldorf, MD 20601)

  2. SWH Advisory Group Inc. (301) 779-8415 (an independent accounting firm that provides tax services and financial accounting services.) 6343 Ivy Lane, Greenbelt MD 20770 https://swhadvisory.com

  3. ICE Man 240-604-1044 ( Jimmy's Barber Shop Ft Washington, MD 20744)

  4. Accokeek Academy (14400 Berry Rd, Accokeek, MD 20607) https://www.pgcps.org/accokeek/

  5. Khadijah Vaughn Scholarship Foundation (https://www.khadijahscholarshipfoundation.org/?)

  6. Victory Church Sundays, @11:00 am ) 14400 Berry Road Accokeek, MD 20607  https://www.ourvictory.live/

  7. Tina Angeli (is a spiritual Psychic/Medium/Channel Healer, author of We Are Angels, and the director of the S.O.U.L. Center in Granby, CT.  She was born in Italy and has been in communication with Angels and Guides her whole life. Author and Near-Death Survivor)  www.weareangels.net

  8. Green Branch LLC. https://greenbranchlandscaping.com/

  9. JR-Barber, located in Accokeek, MD Ph# 678-603-5130

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a Non-Profit Charitable Organization 501(c)(3)

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