Change Matters is a student community service and philanthropy initiative designed to raise awareness of Grassroots’ services, especially suicide prevention and the shelter program. Grassroots provides 24-hour crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and support to individuals and families with a mental health, substance use or homelessness crisis. Student fundraising activities includes walkathons, sports competitions, movie nights, talent shows, candy sales, concerts, and change collections among other efforts. At any grade level, Change Matters provides opportunities for leadership and advocacy. Change Matters teaches students that you are never too young to make a difference.
