EXPERT’S CORNER JULY 2025

Here at Meg’s Legacy, we think it’s important to be a voice to address mental health issues. We feature an educational article in each newsletter, and today, we address the topic of self-harm by youth. Alie Kirch is an advisor for Meg’s Legacy of Hope. As we have discussed here, social media continues to be…

GROWING BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Megan Butz Legacy of Hope has appointed Ken Edwards and Beth Sherman, PsyD, to its Board of Directors. Both leaders bring extensive experience and a deep commitment to the organization’s mission of providing support and resources to youth with mental health challenges. Edwards joins the board with a proven track record in nonprofit leadership and…

REPRESENTATIVE NABEELA SYED MEETING

Founders Larry and Mary Jo Butz and board member Susan Stoga met with Illinois State Representative Nabeela Syed (D-51) to discuss our progress at Meg’s Legacy and a variety of mental health issues, including the need for more mental health education in schools. Child welfare is a priority of Rep. Syed, and she provided an…

GRANT CYCLE 3 OPENING AUGUST

We are excited to announce our new grant cycle will be open in August! Meg’s Legacy will accept and review grant requests from organizations in the Greater Chicago area. All submissions will be accepted through our online portal. Our Grant Committee has created a quantifiable method to evaluate and score all grant requests. Upcoming grants…

2025 GRANTEE UPDATE

Meg’s Legacy granted multiple non-profit organizations in 2025 that offer programs aligned with our mission. In each newsletter, we highlight one of the grant recipients so our generous donors can learn how funds are shared to help make a difference in the world around us. WILLOW HOUSE Meg’s Legacy granted $15,000 to Willow House in…