Willow House Sharon Aspinall represented Meg’s Legacy at the Willow House 17th annual Walk to Remember. Sharon is a dedicated ambassador and relationship manager for Willow House, a 2025 grantee. Cooper’s Hawk Cooper’s Hawk Kildeer supported Meg’s Legacy in September and October for their Giving Back to the Community efforts, generously donating proceeds from Wednesday…
“Meg’s Gifts of Love” is a Toy Drive that mirrors Megan’s passion for helping underprivileged children experience the joy of receiving presents during the holiday season. “Meg’s Gifts of Love” helps us carry on her efforts to share individual gifts with the hope of bringing glimpses of joy to those in our communities needing a little…
Students Inspired through Wellness Day Our grant to Carmel Catholic High School, Meg’s alma mater, provided faculty training called “Mental Health First Aid,” provided by The Josselyn Center, before the school year began. In September, CCHS hosted Wellness Day for the entire student body of 1,200 teens, focused on the social, emotional, and spiritual well-being…
Bill Moylan, local Chef and Sommelier, and Sous Chef Ken Edwards, generously donate a specially curated gourmet dinner for ten to Meg’s Legacy in our live auction, and it’s always a fan favorite when the crowd starts bidding!
More than 250 generous people gathered in September for a beautiful day of golf and an exciting evening with dinner, raffle, and auction items to support this great cause of improving the mental health of youth. The outstanding attendance led to a sold-out event of fun while raising funds to make a big difference in…
Give Hope. Save Lives. Transform Futures. This Giving Tuesday, December 2nd, we invite you to make Megan Butz Legacy of Hope your charitable choice—and here’s why your gift matters more than ever. The Crisis We’re Facing Right now, thousands of Illinois youth are silently struggling with depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide. Too many don’t…
by Jaclyn Psenka, MA Take Care of Your Body Exercise by walking outside in the fresh air, stretching at home, or dancing to your favorite songs, for example Exercise helps boost mood, emotional regulation, and energy levels Sleep Try to maintain a consistent sleep schedule to rebuild and restore Breathe Calm your nervous system and…
Mental Health and the Holidays by Jaclyn Psenka, MA The holiday season may bring joy and time with your loved ones, but the holiday season also can trigger difficult thoughts, feelings and behavior especially if you have less plans or feel more isolated at home. Whether it be colder weather, less sunlight, or busier schedules,…
GRATITUDE and GIVING Thanksgiving is approaching and we are reminded how the art of gratitude can be healing. Taking some time to get in the mindset of gratefulness is a healthy way to stay grounded. I genuinely thank you for your ongoing support in overcoming our loss of Megan. On behalf of Mary Jo, Sophie,…
Thank you to the Daily Herald for covering Meg’s Legacy and our important work with students. This article ran on the front page and on the Daily Herald web site, extending our reach throughout suburban Chicago. News Out of grief, hope for others: Suicide prevention organizations work together to spur dialogue, reduce rates in schools…