WHAT WE DO
The Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation is a volunteer-run not-for-profit organization established in 2005 to continue spreading Mattie’s message of hope and peace. The Foundation develops educational and recreational programs and outreach activities for children and adults that encourage peacemaking as a deliberate action. The Peace Garden in the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park, Rockville, Maryland is a living reminder and tribute to this young hero.
Our Programs and Projects
Pathways to Peace Program -early components now available!
Read about this program on our What’s New page
NEW! Pathways to Peace© brochure download here...
NEW! Pathways to Peace© postcards order here...What Next? Project – in development – check back soon!
Read our What’s New brief here...
Our Activities and Events
Jeni Stepanek – Presentations, Interviews, and Events
September, 2011: Interview on EWTN’s The World Over (view here...)
September 2011: Interview with Her Exchange (view here...)
September 22: St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Rockville, MD
October, 24: We Are Family Foundation Gala, NYC
November 5: 9th Annual MDA Heartsongs Gala, Washington, DC
November: Guest lecturer at University of Maryland, College Park
March-April: 2012 Just Peace Summit (Three Dot Dash/Global Teen Leaders), NYC
May 19, 2012: Gaithersburg Book Festival, presentation and signing, Gaithersburg, MD
June 14, 2012: Keynote presentation – CVI community & professional conference, Pittsburgh, PAVisits and Skype Chats with Schools
August: Jeni will be visiting the Milton Hershey School in Pennsylvania
More information about school presentations coming soon!
To inquire about a visit or chat with your school, please e-mail heartsongbooks@aol.comConnecting with Information and Inspiration
Monthly e-Peace updates for all members of Mattie's Peace NetworkPeace Celebrations
2011 Peace Celebration – “We Are Peace” photo album coming soon!
2012 Peace Celebration – planning begins soon!
Our Resources and Materials
Books and Music
Postcards, Posters and Bookmarks
T-Shirts and Bumper Stickers
BrochuresGeneral Brochure
Partnership Program
Giving and Support
Pathways to Peace
Messenger Program - coming soon!Mattie's Peace Network e-Peace Updates
Press Releases and Archived News Items
Gift Bricks for Mattie’s Peace Garden
Mini-statues of Mattie and Micah
Crystal Pen Holders with Mattie etching
Teacher Tips and Lessons plans
Information shared by teachers – page being developed, check back soon!Peace Posters & Postcards, t-shirts & bumper stickers, and more...
Our Mission and Committees
