Bears, Beer & a Great Cause Join us on September 20th at Phase Three Brewing to cheer on your Chicago Bears — grab a few beers, some good bites, and help support an important cause while you’re at it. The game starts at noon! 10% of all sales that day will be donated to Meg’s Legacy of Hope, an…
Thanks for celebrating our third anniversary since establishing Meg’s Legacy of Hope! With 200 guests in attendance, you proved again that our shared mission to improve mental health for youth is an important goal that binds our community together. Special thanks to Jeff Porter for organizing the event, plus all the volunteers who kept it…
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call 988 or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Confidential, judgment-free support available to anyone 24/7. Suicidal thoughts, like mental health conditions, can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or socioeconomic background. While they may be common, they should never…
Have you ever been concerned that a person may be suicidal? It is a common belief that suicide only affects individuals with mental health conditions. If that is not a diagnosis, should you worry? Myth – Talking about suicide will lead to and encourage suicide. Fact – Talking about it openly can help the person…
When we think about suicide warning signs, we often imagine a young person saying, “I want to die.” Sometimes that happens. But often, the signs are much quieter—and they can easily be mistaken for typical teenage behavior. The most important thing to watch out for is change. A behavior that seems insignificant by itself can…
As the end of the school year approaches, it’s worthwhile reviewing how to best approach your child’s social media use in advance of the upcoming summer break. Social media has become the new “best friend” for many children and adolescents and even adults. You can hardly go to a restaurant without seeing someone on their…
Many parents hope for a teen who is agreeable, polite, and easy to get along with. On the surface, these traits seem like signs of emotional maturity. But experts warn that what looks like a calm, accommodating personality may actually be something more concerning: a stress response known as “fawning.” Fawning is often grouped alongside…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thirteen Chicago-Area Nonprofits Get a Lifeline Thanks to $312,500 in Mental Health Grants from Megan Butz Legacy of Hope Suburban foundation surpasses $700,000 in total grants since 2023 founding Lake Zurich, Ill., April 20, 2026 — From school hallways in Chicago to counseling rooms in Lake and Cook County, 13 organizations are…
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…