
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 challenges/ Blackout Challenge) and helping families cope with grief after losing a loved one. We have established a scholarship fund for local college-bound students in the DC, MD, and VA areas to further their future educational goals.
The Matthew E. Minor Awareness Foundation was created to honor 12-year-old Matthew E. Minor. He transitioned on March 7th, 2019. Matthew passed as a result of the Knock-Out online challenge
Matt, as he was affectionately known, was the kind of kid that helped anyone he met. He showed new kids around the school. He was considered the "ambassador" of his academy for his likability & openness.
We sincerely believe that with your help, we can bring awareness to Cyberbullying & Cyber-dares, Black-out, and Knock-out challenges. We strive to raise funds for our scholarship fund to help college-bound students with scholarship money for their future educational goals.
All Donations Are 100% tax Deductible
After purchasing your dozen donuts, you will receive an email with the redemption code to redeem your donuts at any Krispy Kreme location.


Obituary Picture



Matt as a baby







About Us
Our Story
Matthew E. Minor Awareness Foundation 501(c)(3) was established in 2019 to honor our namesake, who passed away at the tender age of 12. This was due to the Knock-out challenge. For more information about the foundation, reach out today.




Upcoming Events
- Mon, Apr 10https://www.matthewminorfoundation.org/shopApr 10, 2023, 2:46 PM – Dec 31, 2024, 3:01 PMhttps://www.matthewminorfoundation.org/shop
- Fri, Jan 19Zoom ConferenceJan 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMZoom Conference
- Thu, Mar 07Cheltenham Veterans CemeteryMar 07, 2024, 2:17 PM – Mar 08, 2038, 2:17 PMCheltenham Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Hwy, Cheltenham, MD 20623, USA